Freelance Bid Writer

  • Building Careers UK
  • 15/01/2026
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Job Description



Freelance Bid Writer - Construction Projects

Merseyside / Remote (Flexible) - 350 - 450 per day (depending on experience)

About the Company

Our client is a well-established construction contractor delivering a diverse mix of general build, refurbishment, and minor civil engineering projects across the North West. They have a strong track record of securing repeat business across commercial, residential, and public-sector projects and are looking to bring in a Freelance Bid Writer to support their commercial team during periods of high tender activity.



The Role

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Freelance Bid Writer to work on a flexible basis, managing high-value bids and tender submissions for a growing construction business. You will collaborate with estimators, project managers, and the commercial team to produce compelling, accurate, and timely bid documentation. The role offers the flexibility to work remotely while engaging closely with internal teams to maximise success.



As Freelance Bid Writer, you will be responsible for:

  • Leading and managing the bid writing process from enquiry to submission

  • Preparing high-quality, client-focused tender documentation

  • Collating technical, commercial, and project information from internal teams

  • Ensuring all bids are accurate, complete, and submitted on time

  • Supporting pre-qualification questionnaires (PQQs), ITTs, and other client-specific tender documents

  • Contributing to bid strategy to maximise the probability of success

  • Maintaining bid templates, case studies, and supporting materials

  • Liaising with estimators, project managers, and commercial teams to ensure consistency and quality

  • Reviewing bid outcomes to identify areas for improvement and lessons learned



The Ideal Candidate

You will be a self-motivated, detail-oriented professional, experienced in producing successful bids under tight deadlines. You must be comfortable working independently while collaborating with multiple internal stakeholders.



The successful Freelance Bid Writer will have:

  • Proven experience writing successful bids in the construction or contracting sector

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong attention to detail

  • Ability to gather information from multiple stakeholders and present it clearly and persuasively

  • Knowledge of bid processes, tender requirements, and client expectations

  • Strong organisational and time management skills to handle multiple bids simultaneously

  • Confident with Microsoft Office and bid management tools

  • Previous experience with projects in general build, refurbishment, or minor civil engineering (desirable)



What's on Offer

  • Competitive daily rate 350 - 450 per day, depending on experience

  • Flexible working arrangements - remote and on-site as required

  • Opportunity to work across a variety of projects and sectors

  • Engage with a growing construction contractor and contribute to key business wins

  • Supportive environment with the potential for ongoing freelance work

  • Apply: If you're interested in this opportunity, then please get in touch today with our Commercial Specialist, Mark Harris.


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    Please Note: Due to high volume of applicants, only those shortlisted will be contacted.

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