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Vacancy Summary Job Title: Bid Writer Job Type: Permanent Job Ref: Location: Norwich (Office on outskirts of city with parking) Salary: c 40k basic salary (DOE) plus competitive package including enhanced holiday allowance and pension. Company & Project: A privately owned Main Contractor who have a track record delivering New Build and Refurbishment projects between c 5m- 30m across Commercial, Higher Education, Healthcare, Blue Light, Education and Residential sectors are looking to recruit a Bid Writer to join their Pre Construction team. Our client has a busy order book already secured for 2027 and they are continuing to be strategic in targeting new business, offering a stable environment backed by decades of winning and delivering projects in the East. The Main Contractor is an innovative and growing business, offering a collaborative culture and genuine room for long-term career progression as the Pre-Construction division expands. They are recognised for their long term success delivering projects secured from both framework 2-stage tenders (regional and national frameworks) in addition to securing projects from single stage tenders in the local area. Duties & Responsibilities: The successful candidate will take responsibility for Bid Writing and supporting the work winning team, handling tenders generated from a range of single stage tenders and frameworks, projects typically worth 5m- 30m in single value. Formulate strategic bid plans, win themes, and client-tailored strategies prior to drafting responses. Research market trends, competitor landscapes, and relevant tender topics to inform win strategy. Draft, edit, and proofread bid responses to ensure high clarity, consistency, and value-focused messaging. Facilitate formal draft review stages throughout the tender lifecycle to refine submission quality. Ensure full compliance with client specifications, internal standards, and mandatory limits. Design and format bid documentation using desktop publishing tools in line with corporate branding. Embed health, safety, and operational governance standards into submission materials. Collaborate with estimators, planners, and design manager to gather accurate content without duplication. Work with commercial and operations teams to tailor personnel CVs and project case studies. Update central bid databases and reference libraries for future reuse. Analyse post-submission feedback to drive continuous improvement in response quality and win rates. Desirable Experience: 5 years+ experience as Bid Writer. Experience working on bids for construction companies would be advantageous. Good knowledge of construction management process and techniques. Previous roles: Bid Writer OR Assistant Bid Manager OR Senior Bid Writer OR Bid Coordinator OR Senior Bid Coordinator. Qualifications & Skills: Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Project packages. HNC, BTEC, A-Levels, or a comparable level of post-GCSE study / relevant qualification. Application Process: If you would like more information on this Bid Writer position or any other vacancy please email your current CV through to Jess Quinn; where it will be reviewed and you will be contacted within 48 hours if your CV is of interest. Services advertised by Apple Technical Recruitment are that of an Employment Agency/Business.

Bid Writer Salary £55000 - £65000 per annum East Midlands Excellent Benefits Description: An excellent opportunity for an experienced Bid Writer. You will play an important part in shaping our proposals and producing clear, professional client-facing documents and presentations. You will also be part of a supportive team environment where cooperation, communication, and shared knowledge help drive strong bid outcomes. The Role Develop clear win strategies and answer planning. Review PQQ and tender requirements and plan the overall submission approach. Carry out research to support high-quality, well-informed bid submissions. Lead assigned bids, including organising kick-off meetings, planning tasks, and coordinating written responses. Produce, edit, and review bespoke tender responses that are clear, accurate, engaging, and aligned with client needs Work with internal teams and external consultants to develop high-quality technical and methodology content. Prepare materials for client presentations and attend interviews as required. Maintain and update bid information within bid software and company systems. Support continuous improvement by monitoring feedback and implementing updates to processes and documents. Person: Minimum 5 years' experience preparing high-quality PQQs and tender submissions for construction or civil engineering projects Highly motivated, proactive, and committed to producing strong, competitive bids. Confident communicator with clear, effective written and verbal skills. Strong organiser, able to manage workload, prioritise tasks, and meet tight deadlines. Skilled with IT and presentation tools, creating engaging and professional bid content. Careful and precise, with excellent attention to detail and a focus on producing accurate, high-quality submissions. Works well both independently and as part of a team, with a positive and collaborative approach. Proven background in delivering complex bids and producing high-quality tender, PQQ, and proposal responses. Please apply for immediate consideration Shillito Group is a specialist recruitment and executive search partner, working with ambitious businesses to secure high-impact talent across commercial and engineering markets. Our reputation is built on deep expertise, trusted relationships and delivering results that go beyond the brief.

Bid Writer Salary 55000 - 65000 per annum East Midlands Excellent Benefits Description: An excellent opportunity for an experienced Bid Writer. You will play an important part in shaping our proposals and producing clear, professional client-facing documents and presentations. You will also be part of a supportive team environment where cooperation, communication, and shared knowledge help drive strong bid outcomes. The Role Develop clear win strategies and answer planning. Review PQQ and tender requirements and plan the overall submission approach. Carry out research to support high-quality, well-informed bid submissions. Lead assigned bids, including organising kick-off meetings, planning tasks, and coordinating written responses. Produce, edit, and review bespoke tender responses that are clear, accurate, engaging, and aligned with client needs Work with internal teams and external consultants to develop high-quality technical and methodology content. Prepare materials for client presentations and attend interviews as required. Maintain and update bid information within bid software and company systems. Support continuous improvement by monitoring feedback and implementing updates to processes and documents. Person: Minimum 5 years' experience preparing high-quality PQQs and tender submissions for construction or civil engineering projects Highly motivated, proactive, and committed to producing strong, competitive bids. Confident communicator with clear, effective written and verbal skills. Strong organiser, able to manage workload, prioritise tasks, and meet tight deadlines. Skilled with IT and presentation tools, creating engaging and professional bid content. Careful and precise, with excellent attention to detail and a focus on producing accurate, high-quality submissions. Works well both independently and as part of a team, with a positive and collaborative approach. Proven background in delivering complex bids and producing high-quality tender, PQQ, and proposal responses. Please apply for immediate consideration Shillito Group is a specialist recruitment and executive search partner, working with ambitious businesses to secure high-impact talent across commercial and engineering markets. Our reputation is built on deep expertise, trusted relationships and delivering results that go beyond the brief.

Proposals Manager - 12 months Fixed-term Contract We are recruiting for a Proposals Manager to join our Construction South team. You will work with our Project Manager's to craft bespoke and compelling bid submissions, addressing our customers key project drivers. We are committed to truly understanding our customers' needs and developing sustainable solutions that are articulated into clear and attractive submissions. Working flexibly from home and from one of our offices ( based in Weybridge OR Southampton ), you will have a passion for creating high-quality bids and must be able to demonstrate the skills and capabilities outlined below: You should have experience as a Bid Writer, Bid Editor, Bid Coordinator or similar role. Also critical is the ability to lead the creation of our written responses to achieve high quality, winning bids that meet our company objectives. You will have good experience of writing and editing tender submissions. Knowledge and experience of the Adobe Suite, particularly InDesign is required . Note - This is an initial 12-month fixed term contract opportunity, with the possibility of converting into a permanent role for the right candidate! The target start date for this role will be Early February 2027 onwards! The Project The main role of a Proposals Manager at Willmott Dixon is to lead the development of quality submissions and actively work with our bid managers to enhance the quality of bids. You will be able to work with our subject matter experts to assess technical bid requirements and assist the Project Manager in shaping our proposals. You will ensure the formal bid process is followed, providing recommendations for improvement to the process. Through your writing, review and editing of drafts you will ensure the writing structure and words used in the bid persuasively conveys our offer to the customer. Working with subject matter experts, you will conceptualise and work with our graphic designers to help best convey our offer. You'll also support the creation of clear and effective customer presentations and provide creative ideas and initiatives for bids. Essential & Desirable skills: Essential skills: Experience of facilitating answer plan sessions, win theme workshops and managing the tender review process Proven experience of bid writing and bid editing, creating compelling and persuasive responses Excellent resource planning skills Experience of using Microsoft Office Use of Adobe InDesign Experience working within the construction sector Desirable skills: Ideally hold DfE - Department for Education tendering experience (CF25) Relevant degree or equivalent qualification About Us With over 170 years of rich history, Willmott Dixon's purpose is beyond profit; delivering brilliant buildings, transforming lives, strengthening communities and enhancing the environment so our world is fit for future generations. Ensuring that we add lasting value to the neighbourhoods we work in; our values, people, innovation, partnerships and focus on sustainability has allowed us to build a successful and solid privately owned business where our people can thrive. Willmott Dixon was recognised by The Sunday Times as one of the Top 10 'Big' Companies to Work For in 2025, named among the Times Top 50 Employers for Gender Equality in 2024, and ranked in the Top Five of Europe's 1,000 best workplaces by the Financial Times in 2025. Willmott Dixon is also the first major contractor and developer to win a King's Award for Enterprise in the category of sustainable development.

Overview of the Bid Writer position The Senior Bid Writer is responsible for producing high-quality tender responses, pre-qualification submissions and framework applications for EFT Systems Ltd. The successful candidate will work closely with operational, commercial and leadership teams to gather technical information, develop compelling written responses and manage submissions through to completion. This role combines technical understanding, strong written communication skills and commercial awareness. It provides an opportunity to play a direct role in securing new business whilst helping the organisation present its expertise, capabilities and values in a clear and compelling way. The position supports the wider work-winning function and contributes directly to revenue growth through successful tendering activity. As a senior member of the evolving bid function, the successful candidate will also play an important role in helping establish best practice, improve processes and support the future development of the team. • The postholder will review tender documentation, identify response requirements and develop clear plans for the structure, content and delivery of each submission. • They will write, edit and proofread tender responses, method statements, case studies, quality submissions and supporting documentation to a consistently high standard. • The successful candidate will work closely with subject matter experts across operational, technical, commercial and leadership teams to gather information and convert technical content into clear, persuasive and client-focused responses. • The role includes managing multiple live submissions simultaneously whilst ensuring that all responses are compliant, accurate and submitted within required deadlines. • The postholder will support bid strategy development, win theme creation and storyboarding activities to strengthen the quality and competitiveness of submissions. • They will develop and maintain a library of approved content, evidence, case studies, accreditations, policies and supporting information that can be utilised across future submissions. • The role includes reviewing tender feedback and identifying opportunities to strengthen future responses, improve bid quality and increase overall success rates. • The successful candidate will support continuous improvement within the bid function and contribute ideas that enhance processes, efficiency and response quality. • As the function develops, the postholder will help shape standards, methodologies and working practices that support the future growth of the bid team. • The postholder will confidently utilise technology, including AI-assisted writing tools where appropriate, to improve drafting efficiency and support response development. Experience required Candidates should have a minimum of 3 to 5 years' experience within a bid writing, proposal writing or tender management role within fire and security systems, facilities management, compliance services or a related technical environment. • Experience producing tender submissions, PQQs, SQs, ITTs and framework responses within a deadline-driven environment is essential. • Exceptional written English, proofreading skills and the ability to translate technical information into clear, persuasive content are critical requirements of the role. Apply today and join the team to play a key role in shaping and developing an expanding in-house bid function.

Bid Writer Location - Swindon/London As a key member of the Work Winning Team, responsible for contributing to the development, coordination, and production of high-quality pre-qualification and tender submissions. The role involves creating compelling written and visual content that effectively communicates project solutions, capabilities, and value propositions while ensuring full compliance with client requirements and bid procedures. Key Responsibilities - Produce high-quality written responses for PQQs, SQs, ITTs, and tender submissions. - Develop bespoke content including case studies, project experience profiles, references, executive summaries, and personnel CVs. - Support Bid Managers, Business Development teams, and senior stakeholders in the preparation and delivery of winning submissions. - Review tender documentation and interpret client requirements to develop compliant and persuasive responses. - Facilitate and participate in bid kick-off meetings, progress reviews, workshops, and storyboarding sessions with subject matter experts. - Translate complex technical information into clear, client-focused, benefit-led content. - Edit, proofread, and format submission documents to ensure consistency, accuracy, compliance, and a professional presentation standard. - Support contributors throughout the bid process by reviewing draft responses and ensuring questions are fully addressed. - Prepare and coordinate supporting graphics, including flowcharts, process maps, organisation charts, and diagrams to enhance submission quality. - Provide regular progress updates to bid leadership teams and key stakeholders throughout the submission lifecycle. - Contribute to final document production, quality assurance reviews, and submission activities to meet strict deadlines. - Maintain document management systems and bid libraries, ensuring accurate records and reusable content are retained. - Identify, update, and tailor existing content for future opportunities, supporting continuous improvement and knowledge management initiatives. - Develop and maintain an understanding of project portfolios, using project information and evidence to strengthen tender responses. Key Skills & Experience - Proven experience in bid writing, proposal writing, or tender submission management. - Demonstrable success producing high-scoring quality responses within construction, infrastructure, engineering, or built environment sectors. - Excellent written English, proofreading, editing, and document formatting skills. - Strong understanding of bid processes, tender requirements, and evaluation criteria. - Ability to develop engaging content using graphics, images, active headings, and visual communication techniques. - Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Word, and experience using Microsoft 365 and Adobe Creative Suite. - Knowledge of construction industry practices, health and safety requirements, business management systems, and project delivery environments.

Bid Manager 60,000 - 65,000 + Car Allowance + Autonomy + Progression + Influence + Long-Term Stability Bristol (Commutable from: Bath, Keynsham, Filton, Yate, Portishead, Weston-super-Mare, Newport, Chippenham) Are you a Bid Manager / Bid Writer or Pre-Construction professional looking for a role where you'll work closely with the Directors, have genuine influence, and take ownership of bids from invitation to tender through to submission? On offer is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established construction contractor with a strong position in the market, working on a range of public sector and private contractor within a close knit motivated team. This is a key hire due to business growth and will suit someone who wants to make their mark in a role with real autonomy and long-term progression potential. In this position you will lead the bid process, reviewing tender documents, carrying out appraisals, and producing compliant written responses that allow the business to make strong, confident tender decisions. You'll work closely with the Estimator, Contracts Manager and wider team to shape programmes, logistics, planning and quality responses. This role would suit a Bid Manager / Bid Writer with main contractor experience, looking for ownership, responsibility and the chance to have genuine impact within a stable, growing business. The Role: Leading bid writing and compliance responses for construction tenders Reviewing invitations to tender and carrying out tender appraisals with the Estimator Working with the Contracts Managers and Estimators to develop logistics, costings and planning content Ensuring quality assessment requirements are understood and addressed The Person: Experience writing and managing bids/tenders, producing compliant submissions Commercial Construction experience Good understanding of construction project sequencing / pre-construction Reference Number: BBBH(phone number removed) To apply for this role or to be considered for further roles, please click "Apply Now" or contact Zoe Cann at Rise Technical Recruitment. Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles. The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles. The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set and will be decided by our client, the employer. Rise are not responsible or liable for any hiring decisions made by the end client. We are an equal opportunities company and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.

Job Title: Bid Writer - Public Sector & Social Housing Location: Peterborough Salary: 30,000 - 40,000 per annum Job Type: Permanent, Full Time About Us: Westone Housing Ltd is a leading property refurbishment, maintenance and adaptation contractor based in Peterborough. Working across the Insurance, Commercial and Public Sector markets, we deliver high-quality repair, refurbishment and maintenance services through our directly employed workforce and approved contractor network. Our Public Sector Department partners with Local Authorities, Housing Associations and Registered Providers to improve homes and communities through the delivery of property adaptations, planned maintenance, repairs, refurbishment and compliance programmes. Due to continued growth and an increasing volume of tender opportunities, we are seeking an experienced and commercially focused Bid Writer to join our expanding team. About the Role: As a Bid Writer, you will play a key role in supporting the continued growth of Westone Housing Ltd by producing high-quality, compelling and compliant tender submissions across our Public Sector, Housing, Commercial and Insurance sectors. Working closely with operational managers, commercial teams, HR, finance and senior leadership, you will coordinate, write and manage bid submissions that demonstrate our technical expertise, social value commitments, customer-focused approach and proven delivery capability. Typical opportunities include: Responsive repairs and maintenance contracts Property adaptation programmes Planned maintenance frameworks Void property refurbishment contracts Damp, mould and disrepair programmes Decarbonisation and retrofit projects Compliance and building safety contracts Housing Association and Local Authority frameworks Commercial refurbishment and maintenance contracts Key Responsibilities and Duties: Lead the preparation and submission of SQs, PQQs, ITTs and framework applications. Write high-quality, persuasive and tailored tender responses. Manage multiple bid opportunities and submission deadlines simultaneously. Coordinate contributions from operational, commercial and support teams. Maintain and improve the company bid library and case studies. Support framework registrations and procurement portal management. Research clients, competitors and market opportunities. About you: Qualifications and Experience: Previous experience as a Bid Writer, Proposal Writer or Bid Coordinator. Experience producing successful tenders within construction, property services, social housing, facilities management or a related sector. Strong understanding of public sector procurement processes. Excellent written communication and proofreading skills. Benefits: Competitive salary. Performance-related bonus scheme. Hybrid working opportunities following probation. Pension scheme. 28 days annual leave including Bank Holidays. Career progression opportunities within a growing business. Please click on the APPLY button to send your CV and Cover Letter for this role. Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of; Bid Writer; Proposal Writer; Tender Specialist; Construction Bid Manager; Grants Writer; Business Development Writer; Contract Specialist; Bidding Coordinator; Construction Proposal Coordinator; Social Housing Bid Writer may all be considered.

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an organised and proactive Bid Coordinator to join a highly respected, family-owned main contractor based in North East London. Our client is an established refurbishment specialist with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality projects across a range of sectors. The business prides itself on its professional yet personable approach, long-standing client relationships and commitment to delivering projects to the highest standards. With a strong emphasis on repeat business, quality workmanship and building lasting relationships, the company has developed an excellent reputation within the industry. Despite its success, it retains the close-knit, supportive culture of a family-run business, offering employees a friendly and collaborative working environment where their contribution is genuinely valued. This is an excellent opportunity to become an integral part of a successful and well-regarded contractor, supporting its continued growth and business development activities. The Role The successful candidate will take responsibility for managing and coordinating the tendering process, ensuring submissions are completed accurately, professionally and within deadlines. The position is primarily focused on bid coordination rather than bid writing, although some writing experience would be advantageous. Key Responsibilities Manage and coordinate incoming tender opportunities from initial enquiry through to submission. Oversee tender documentation, ensuring all information, compliance requirements and checklists are completed accurately and on time. Upload and submit tender documentation through client procurement portals. Liaise with internal teams and external stakeholders to gather information required for submissions. Monitor tender deadlines, chase outstanding information and ensure submissions remain on programme. Prepare and update project case studies, company profiles and supporting bid documentation. Maintain and update the company website with relevant projects, news and company information. Track incoming enquiries, follow up on opportunities and maintain accurate tender records. Support the company's freelance Bid Writer with information gathering and coordination. Candidate Requirements Previous experience as a Bid Coordinator, Tender Coordinator or in a similar role within the construction industry is essential. Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tenders and competing deadlines. Experience using tender portals and managing bid submissions. Excellent attention to detail and strong written communication skills. Confident liaising with internal teams, clients and external stakeholders. Some bid writing, marketing or website content management experience would be advantageous but is not essential. The Ideal Candidate We are looking for a highly organised, proactive and detail-oriented individual who understands construction tendering processes and can take ownership of bid administration and coordination. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a stable, established and highly regarded construction business that combines the professionalism of a successful main contractor with the personal touch and supportive environment of a family-owned company. Please forward your CV for further details on this opportunity.

Bid Writer Location: Derby, hybrid working Salary: £37,500 - £43,000 + Benefits The Opportunity We are working with a leading civil engineering and specialist contracting business that delivers complex projects across the UK. Operating principally as a Principal Contractor, the company has built an excellent reputation within demolition, industrial dismantling, earthworks, remediation and water infrastructure projects. With a strong pipeline of secured and upcoming work across the petrochemical, nuclear, industrial, rail and commercial sectors, they are looking to strengthen their Pre-Construction team with the appointment of a Bid Writer. This is an excellent opportunity for an organised and detail-oriented Bid Writer to join an established business where you will play a key role in the preparation and delivery of high-quality bid submissions for major projects and frameworks. The Role As a Bid Writer, you will be responsible for supporting the bid process from initial opportunity identification through to final submission. Working closely with operational, commercial and technical teams, you will develop compelling and compliant written responses that effectively communicate the company's capabilities, experience and value proposition. Key responsibilities will include: Writing, editing and reviewing high-quality bid and tender submissions Producing engaging content for PQQs, ITTs, SQs and framework submissions Coordinating bid responses from internal stakeholders and subject matter experts Ensuring submissions are completed accurately and in line with client requirements Maintaining and developing the bid library and supporting documentation Helping to identify win themes and key differentiators within submissions Managing multiple deadlines while maintaining exceptional attention to detail Supporting continuous improvement initiatives across the bid function About You The successful candidate is likely to have: Previous experience in a Bid Writer, Proposal Writer or similar role Experience working within construction, civil engineering or a related sector Excellent written communication and proofreading skills Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities Experience producing tender responses and pre-qualification submissions A collaborative approach and ability to work effectively with stakeholders across the business Strong Microsoft Office skills What's on Offer Opportunity to work on challenging, high-profile infrastructure and industrial projects Career development within a growing and well-respected contractor Supportive and collaborative team environment Please submit your CV to apply, and a member of our team will be in contact! Job Contact: Tory Recruitment INDLON We act as an Employment Agency/Business with regards to this vacancy. As an Equal Opportunities employer we welcome applications regardless of race, gender, nationality, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, religion, marital status, disability or age. All applicants are considered on the basis of their merits and abilities for the job.

Senior Bid Manager Location : Apsley, Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire Type: Permanent, Full-Time, Mon-Fri, Hybrid (3 onsite, 2 WFH) Hours: 8am 5pm, 40hrs, 1hr lunch break Salary: £70k - £90k depending on candidate experience (+ car allowance) Role Purpose: The Senior Bid Manager will take full ownership of a varied portfolio of opportunities from qualification through submission, clarification and post tender review. The role will establish the bid plan, define responsibilities, manage dependencies and coordinate operational, technical, commercial and senior stakeholders against clear deadlines. Working within the companies lean pre-construction structure, the post holder will apply proportionate governance across major framework procurements and a high volume of smaller in-framework opportunities, maintain momentum across concurrent bids, resolve gaps and ensure every input, review and final output is complete, coherent, compliant and submission-ready. Role Responsibilities: Strategy/Planning: Take ownership from qualification onwards, agreeing the proportionate bid strategy, governance route and submission plan with the Head of Bid Management and opportunity leaders. Establish clear programmes, deliverables matrices, responsibilities, dependencies, review stages and decision points for each opportunity. Facilitate mobilisation, win-strategy and answer-planning workshops where appropriate, converting evaluation criteria and client requirements into practical response plans, evidence needs and stakeholder actions. Maintain senior oversight through disciplined progress reporting, early escalation of risks and clear recording of actions and decisions. Bid Management Writing: Lead and manage concurrent bids from qualification through submission, clarification and post tender review, remaining accountable for quality and timely delivery. Apply proportionate governance to a mixed portfolio, from major strategic framework procurements to fast-moving small and medium-sized in-framework opportunities. Set expectations, assign responsibilities, follow through on actions and challenge missed commitments so that inputs and decisions are secured to programme. Write, shape and edit high-quality responses from first principles, turning complex technical and commercial input into clear, persuasive, evaluator-focused narrative. For major frameworks, develop strategic, benefit-led qualitative responses that articulate the companies positioning, capability, governance and long-term value. For smaller in-framework opportunities, work at pace with operational and commercial teams to shape the proposed methodology, programme, resources, risk position and commercial strategy. Coordinate appropriate review stages and ensure all comments, gaps, contradictions and unsubstantiated commitments are resolved before submission. Edit contributions from bid writers and subject matter experts for consistency, accuracy, evidence, compliance and a single voice. Ensure every final submission is complete, coherent, compelling, professionally presented and delivered on time. Commercial and Technical Pre-Construction: Work as an integrated member of the pre-construction team, bridging bid, operational, technical and commercial inputs rather than acting only as a submission coordinator. Support operational teams to develop clear, credible and deliverable methodologies, using informed questioning to test sequencing, resources, logistics, interfaces, constraints and risk controls. Work with commercial colleagues to understand the pricing strategy, contractual requirements, assumptions, exclusions, risk allowances and value opportunities that shape the offer. Ensure the technical narrative, programme, resourcing, commercial position and client commitments remain consistent throughout the submission. Identify gaps, contradictions or unsubstantiated commitments and bring the right operational, technical or commercial specialists together to resolve them. Contribute to solution-development discussions and challenge proposals constructively, while recognising when specialist commercial or technical judgement is required from the subject matter experts (SMEs) Stakeholder Engagement: - Build productive relationships across operational, technical, commercial, engineering, planning, design, SHEQ, ESG, finance and support functions, including direct engagement with Directors and senior decisionmakers. - Use focused interviews and workshops to draw out credible methodologies, evidence and differentiators from subject matter experts. - Secure timely inputs, challenge missed commitments, resolve dependencies and escalate risks early while keeping stakeholders aligned to immovable deadlines. - Coordinate partners, suppliers and external specialists where required and coach contributors to improve the quality and timeliness of their input. Systems, content and continuous improvement - Support the development and upkeep of the company s bid library and knowledge hub. - Capture reusable content, case studies, CVs, project evidence and lessons learned following each submission. - Improve templates, controls and reporting tools and support appropriate digital and AI-enabled working practices. - Contribute to performance reviews, lessons learned and initiatives that improve bid efficiency and win rates. Candidate Knowledge & Skills required: - Experienced, hands-on bid professional with the judgement and resilience to manage several opportunities at different stages. - Excellent written and verbal communicator with strong bid-writing, editing and proofreading judgement. - Highly organised and comfortable taking personal ownership of submission quality, actions and deadlines. - Confident influencing senior and multidisciplinary stakeholders, challenging missed commitments and escalating risks early. - Commercially aware and technically curious, able to test assumptions and understand how programme, pricing, contractual obligations, risk and delivery methodology influence the bid. - Comfortable creating order from complex inputs and operating across functional boundaries in a lean pre-construction environment. - Able to recognise when specialist judgement is required and bring the right people together to resolve an issue. - Collaborative, persuasive and willing to coach writers and contributors to improve their output. - Calm under pressure and flexible around working hours during critical submission periods when necessary. Candidate Experience Required: - Proven experience managing and delivering bids for a main contractor. Direct UK water-sector bidding experience is a significant advantage; otherwise, relevant experience should come from civil engineering, infrastructure or electrical/MEICA contracting. - Strong experience controlling concurrent bids through clear programmes, deliverables matrices, action tracking, review schedules and disciplined progress reporting. - Experience working as part of a pre-construction team and helping operational, technical and commercial specialists develop credible methodologies covering sequencing, resources, logistics, interfaces, constraints and risk controls. - Demonstrable stakeholder-management and influencing experience, including securing inputs, challenging commitments, resolving dependencies and escalating risks under tight deadlines. Commercial awareness and a working understanding of how pricing strategy, programme, contractual obligations, assumptions, exclusions, risk and opportunity influence the proposed solution and written submission. - Strong experience writing responses from scratch, editing contributions and translating evaluation criteria and client requirements into compliant response strategies. - Experience leading both complex strategic or framework procurements and smaller, faster-paced project or in-framework opportunities. Candidate Qualifications: - High standard of written English, including persuasive writing, editing and proofreading. - Strong planning, organisation, stakeholder management and influencing skills. - Ability to interpret and connect commercial, technical and operational information without needing to be a qualified Quantity Surveyor or engineer. - Competence across Microsoft 365, particularly Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams and SharePoint. Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet immovable tender deadlines. - APMP accreditation or another relevant bid or project management qualification (desirable)

Are you an experience Bid Writer that sees opportunities others don't? Working in the UK head Office you will be pulling together integral information for a BID submission . Working in liaison with the Lead Tender Manager, Estimation Manager & Global Head of Pre-construction. All these individuals are based in the Head Office near Slough - West London. You will need to be based near the office to have a comfortable daily commute. You will be open to travel as and when needed to hit business needs and client wishes. A HIGHLY profitable business that pride themselves on a flat management structure and quick decision making ability. One ingredient of success is the turnaround time and ability to manage risk internally before making decisions. In this role you will have regular coordination with the Board so rest assured you will not be lost as a number within a PLC. If you have an idea or strategy this will be embraced. They are rewarding you to make decisions be it right or wrong. Yes, they want to win every bid but at present they have a very healthy 58% WIN ratio. Mainly due to the prequalification and time committed. They would prefer to pull out of a bid than make up numbers and be a rebound strategy for a client. With the track record they have an ethos they are very open with clients. This approach has led to numerous bids being negotiated, sole supplier or Early Contractor Involvement (ECI). This approach with clients has been appreciated and with the ability to deliver it has set them apart as we have seen certain so called GLOBAL main Contractors go to the Wall! Responsibilities: Responsible for writing tender submissions, tweaking and adjusting as you see fit for success Able to get into the program, methodology, price and coordinate the artwork You will pull together and strike the right balance of strategy and brief for content and technical You know how to win a case study and brief You will have the people skills and communicate to client face throughout the process Managing a team of writers in a Hands-on approach to upskill and lead from the front Working across all work sectors and locations, your role will be focused on improving consistency, innovation and creativity across our work winning teams, ensuring we deliver the best possible outcomes. Skills: Ability to take rough draft information and develop into a submission High level knowledge of PowerPoint & presentation / IT tools Capable of managing several deadlines and fluctuating workload Able to perform under pressure Qualifications Clear track record working for Global Construction Organizations handling Bids & Bid writing Ideally Degree Level Qualification but client is open minded for the right person If you are keen to learn more regards this opportunity then please send a CV in word

Bid Writer 55,000 - 65,000 + Company Bonus + Hybrid Working + Excellent Benefits Hayes, Middlesex (Commutable from: Uxbridge, Slough, West Drayton, Hounslow, Feltham and surrounding areas) Are you a Bid Manager / Bid Writer looking to take the next step in your career with an award winning, global leader in the engineering sector that offers long term career development opportunities? On offer is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established business, where you will play a key role in shaping the company's strategic direction while leading the bid winning process for major contracts. This specialist manufacturer operates at a multi-million-pound turnover, supplying advanced equipment across a wide range of industries, including rail and transport networks, in the public and private sector. With continued growth and a strong pipeline of projects, they are now looking to add a strategic and driven Bid Manager or Writer to their team. In this varied and rewarding role, you will take ownership of the full bid process, developing and delivering compelling proposals to clients across the UK. You will work closely with senior management, stakeholders, and a supportive UK based team to ensure successful outcomes. This position would suit an experienced Bid Manager or Writer who is looking to progress their career with a market leading business that has exciting plans for future growth and development. The Role: - Oversee bid process / proposals from start to finish - Work with senior management to hit business growth targets - Mon - Fri (40 Hours) The Person: - Experience of bid / proposal writing - Engineering or Construction/Civils background - Commutable to Hayes Job Reference Number: BBBH(phone number removed) To apply for this role or to be considered for further roles, please click "Apply Now" or contact Jack Banks at Rise Technical Recruitment. Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles. The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set and will be decided by our client, the employer. Rise are not responsible or liable for any hiring decisions made by the end client. We are an equal opportunities company and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.

Bid Writer Location: Leatherhead, Surrey Salary: 41,223 per annum Contract: Permanent Working Pattern: Hybrid Sector: Social Housing About the Role We are looking for an experienced and talented Bid Writer to join our team in Leatherhead on a permanent, hybrid basis. This is an exciting opportunity for a strong communicator with a passion for producing high-quality, persuasive bid submissions. You will play a key role in supporting business growth by developing compelling tender responses that demonstrate our expertise, understanding of client requirements and ability to deliver excellent services. You will work closely with operational teams, subject matter experts and senior stakeholders to produce high-quality submissions across the social housing sector. Key Responsibilities Lead and coordinate the development of high-quality bid and tender submissions. Write clear, compelling and customer-focused responses to ITTs, PQQs, RFQs and other procurement documentation. Review tender requirements and ensure all submissions are fully compliant with evaluation criteria. Work with subject matter experts to gather information and develop strong, evidence-based responses. Research clients, contracts, markets and competitors to strengthen submissions. Develop effective win themes and ensure responses clearly demonstrate our value proposition. Coordinate bid content, deadlines, reviews and approvals across multiple stakeholders. Proofread and edit submissions to ensure accuracy, consistency and a high standard of presentation. You will ideally have: Previous experience as a Bid Writer, Tender Writer or Bid Coordinator . Experience within social housing, housing management, property services, facilities management or the public sector is highly desirable. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Experience responding to public sector or regulated procurement opportunities. Strong attention to detail and the ability to work accurately to tight deadlines. Excellent organisational and project management skills. The ability to extract information from subject matter experts and turn it into compelling bid content. A good understanding of procurement and tendering processes. A commercial mindset and understanding of what makes a successful bid. The ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a wider team.

Bid Writer £55,000 - £65,000 + Company Bonus + Hybrid Working + Excellent Benefits Hayes, Middlesex (Commutable from: Uxbridge, Slough, West Drayton, Hounslow, Feltham and surrounding areas) Are you a Bid Manager / Bid Writer looking to take the next step in your career with an award winning, global leader in the engineering sector that offers long term career development opportunities? On offer is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established business, where you will play a key role in shaping the company's strategic direction while leading the bid winning process for major contracts. This specialist manufacturer operates at a multi-million-pound turnover, supplying advanced equipment across a wide range of industries, including rail and transport networks, in the public and private sector. With continued growth and a strong pipeline of projects, they are now looking to add a strategic and driven Bid Manager or Writer to their team. In this varied and rewarding role, you will take ownership of the full bid process, developing and delivering compelling proposals to clients across the UK. You will work closely with senior management, stakeholders, and a supportive UK based team to ensure successful outcomes. This position would suit an experienced Bid Manager or Writer who is looking to progress their career with a market leading business that has exciting plans for future growth and development. The Role: - Oversee bid process / proposals from start to finish - Work with senior management to hit business growth targets - Mon - Fri (40 Hours) The Person: - Experience of bid / proposal writing - Engineering or Construction/Civils background - Commutable to Hayes Job Reference Number: BBBH280685 To apply for this role or to be considered for further roles, please click "Apply Now" or contact Jack Banks at Rise Technical Recruitment. Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles. The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set and will be decided by our client, the employer. Rise are not responsible or liable for any hiring decisions made by the end client. We are an equal opportunities company and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.

Bid Writer Leatherhead based £41,223 per annum Monday - Friday Hybrid working available following completion of training We are recruiting for an exciting opportunity for a Bid Writer to join the growing bids team of a well-established property maintenance and installation organisation based in the heart of Leatherhead. Working across public and private sector opportunities, including housing associations, local authorities, commercial landlords and property owners, you'll play a key role in securing new and repeat business through the development of high-quality, compelling and compliant tenders and proposals. This is an excellent opportunity for a strong writer who enjoys research, stakeholder engagement and developing persuasive content that helps win business. Your key areas will include: Bid strategy and opportunity qualification Tender and proposal writing Stakeholder engagement and information gathering Bid governance, compliance and quality assurance Bid knowledge library management and continuous improvement Market research and competitor analysis Business development and marketing support Bid administration and tender portal management oversight Key responsibilities: Write compelling, tailored tender responses and proposals for new and existing clients. Support the qualification of tender opportunities, helping identify key win themes and differentiators. Coordinate bid plans, deadlines and stakeholder contributions to ensure timely submissions. Gather technical, operational and commercial information from internal teams. Review submissions to ensure compliance, accuracy, quality and professionalism. Maintain bid records, action logs and submission outcomes. Contribute to the development and maintenance of a bid content library, case studies and reusable content. Conduct market and competitor research to support bid positioning. Assist with proposal presentations, communications and wider business development activities. Support continuous improvement initiatives through lessons learned and feedback reviews. You'll need: Excellent written English and the ability to produce clear, persuasive and engaging content. Outstanding attention to detail and proofreading skills. Strong organisational and time-management abilities. The ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities effectively. Strong research and analytical capabilities. Confidence using Microsoft Office, including Word, PowerPoint and Excel. Experience using tender portals, online systems and document management tools. A proactive and solution-focused approach. The ideal candidate will be analytical, results driven and able to thrive under pressure while managing tight deadlines. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing team and play a key role in winning new business for a respected organisation. Refer a friend and earn a retail voucher worth up to £500! Unfortunately, due to high numbers of applications, we are only able to respond to shortlisted applicants. If you have not heard from us within 5 days, please assume that you have not been shortlisted on this occasion. By applying for this vacancy, you accept Lloyd Recruitment Services Privacy and GDPR Policy which can be found on our website and therefore gives us consent to contact you. Lloyd Recruitment Services are acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy and are an equal opportunities employer. KW15857

Bid Writer Leatherhead based 41,223 per annum Monday - Friday Hybrid working available following completion of training We are recruiting for an exciting opportunity for a Bid Writer to join the growing bids team of a well-established property maintenance and installation organisation based in the heart of Leatherhead. Working across public and private sector opportunities, including housing associations, local authorities, commercial landlords and property owners, you'll play a key role in securing new and repeat business through the development of high-quality, compelling and compliant tenders and proposals. This is an excellent opportunity for a strong writer who enjoys research, stakeholder engagement and developing persuasive content that helps win business. Your key areas will include: Bid strategy and opportunity qualification Tender and proposal writing Stakeholder engagement and information gathering Bid governance, compliance and quality assurance Bid knowledge library management and continuous improvement Market research and competitor analysis Business development and marketing support Bid administration and tender portal management oversight Key responsibilities: Write compelling, tailored tender responses and proposals for new and existing clients. Support the qualification of tender opportunities, helping identify key win themes and differentiators. Coordinate bid plans, deadlines and stakeholder contributions to ensure timely submissions. Gather technical, operational and commercial information from internal teams. Review submissions to ensure compliance, accuracy, quality and professionalism. Maintain bid records, action logs and submission outcomes. Contribute to the development and maintenance of a bid content library, case studies and reusable content. Conduct market and competitor research to support bid positioning. Assist with proposal presentations, communications and wider business development activities. Support continuous improvement initiatives through lessons learned and feedback reviews. You'll need: Excellent written English and the ability to produce clear, persuasive and engaging content. Outstanding attention to detail and proofreading skills. Strong organisational and time-management abilities. The ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities effectively. Strong research and analytical capabilities. Confidence using Microsoft Office, including Word, PowerPoint and Excel. Experience using tender portals, online systems and document management tools. A proactive and solution-focused approach. The ideal candidate will be analytical, results driven and able to thrive under pressure while managing tight deadlines. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing team and play a key role in winning new business for a respected organisation. Refer a friend and earn a retail voucher worth up to 500! Unfortunately, due to high numbers of applications, we are only able to respond to shortlisted applicants. If you have not heard from us within 5 days, please assume that you have not been shortlisted on this occasion. By applying for this vacancy, you accept Lloyd Recruitment Services Privacy and GDPR Policy which can be found on our website and therefore gives us consent to contact you. Lloyd Recruitment Services are acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy and are an equal opportunities employer. KW15857

Estimator (Any Construction Background) 50,000 - 70,000 + Progression + Hybrid + Company Benefits Bristol Are you an Estimator with a background in Construction or similar, looking to take the next step in your career with a leading design and installation company, where you will be provided with all the tools to succeed in a permanent, long term role as well as the opportunity to work on an exciting array of varied commercial projects? On offer is the opportunity to join a company in a highly autonomous role, they provide roofing and cladding solutions to a range of blue-chip clients across the South West, they have just taken on another lucrative contract which will give the company a substantial workload for the next 5 years. In this autonomous role, you will be responsible for tender requests, robust cost estimation and building relationships with suppliers and customers. This will involve cost planning, commercial handovers and supplier selection. This is a Monday to Friday role with flexible working arrangements. This role would suit an Estimator with a background in Construction or similar projects, looking for a permanent role, progression into a senior position for a company that have long-term stability due to new contracts to see them through for the next 5-10 years. The Role: Cost planning and Estimation Build up tenders after consultation and assess which projects the company will tender for Build strong relationships with clients, suppliers and internal staff Monday to Friday - 40 hour week The Person: Estimator or similar Background in Construction or similar Commutable to Bristol and surrounding areas Reference Number: BBBH25830B Estimator, Cost Planner, Cost Planning, Estimating, Tender, Bid Manager, Bid Writer, Budgeting, Cladding, facades, Roofing, Construction, Estimator, Senior, Bristol, South West, Somerset If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered renumeration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set. Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job, you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at our website.

An established and growing construction business is looking to appoint an experienced Bid Writer to join its pre-construction and bids team across the social housing refurb sector. This is an excellent opportunity for a strong communicator with experience in construction tenders who enjoys turning complex technical information into clear, compelling and commercially focused submissions. The successful candidate will work closely with the senior pre-construction, commercial, estimating and operational teams to produce high-quality tenders that clearly demonstrate the company's capability, approach and added value. Bid Writer Roles & Responsibilities As Bid Writer, you will take responsibility for developing compelling written content for competitive tenders, PQQs, frameworks and other business-development opportunities. You will be involved throughout the bid process, working with internal stakeholders and external partners to gather information, develop responses and ensure submissions are delivered to an exceptional standard and within strict deadlines. Writing, editing and coordinating high-quality tender submissions. Developing clear and persuasive responses to quality, technical and project-specific questions. Reviewing tender documentation and identifying key requirements, themes and opportunities. Working closely with estimating, pre-construction, commercial, design and delivery teams to gather relevant information. Translating technical and construction-related information into engaging client-facing content. Developing project-specific methodologies, case studies, CVs, executive summaries and supporting documentation. Ensuring bid responses are tailored to the client, project and evaluation criteria. Maintaining consistency of messaging, tone and quality across all submissions. Supporting the development of bid strategies and win themes. Coordinating input from internal teams, consultants and supply-chain partners. Proofreading and quality-checking submissions prior to final issue. Managing multiple bids simultaneously and ensuring deadlines are consistently met. Maintaining and developing a library of bid content, case studies and supporting information. Contributing to the continuous improvement of the company's bid processes and standards. Bid Writer Requirements Previous experience in a bid writing Experience within the social housing refurb sector Excellent written English and a strong eye for detail. The ability to take technical information and turn it into clear, engaging and persuasive content. The confidence to liaise with senior stakeholders and subject-matter experts. The ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities effectively. Strong Microsoft Office skills Bid Writer Benefits Negotiable salary Travel allowance Hybrid working Good annual leave package Private medical Pension Friendly, family-owned culture More benefits