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Ox Recruitment are partnering with a well-established, growing construction contractor in Bedfordshire, offering an exciting opportunity for an experienced Bid Manager / Writer to play a key role in securing major public sector projects. Join a collaborative, forward-thinking team where your work will have a real impact on business success. What you ll be doing: Producing high-quality bid submissions end-to-end Managing tenders across public sector frameworks and commercial projects Collaborating with internal teams to develop winning content What we re looking for (essential): Proven experience with a construction contractor (non-negotiable) Strong bid writing and tender management experience Background in public sector frameworks and commercial tenders Experience supporting bids for emergency services, defence, and the blue light sector Excellent attention to detail and ability to meet tight deadlines Proficiency in Microsoft packages, InDesign, and tender portals Why apply? Strong pipeline of work with a respected contractor Supportive, ambitious team environment Competitive salary up to £65,000 If you re ready for your next challenge, get in touch with Ox Recruitment to register your interest.

Senior Bid Writer Location: Glasgow Job Type: Full-time, Permanent, office-based. Experience Required: 3 5 years An established yet growing contractor based in Glasgow is looking to appoint a Senior Bid Writer to support their ongoing work-winning efforts. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience in the construction industry or a closely related sector to join a forward-thinking business that values quality, consistency, and creative input. As a Senior Bid Writer, you will play a key role in the preparation and delivery of high-quality, engaging submissions, helping the business secure new opportunities across a range of projects. Key responsibilities include: • Completing pre-qualification questionnaires and tender submissions • Writing compelling, creative, and technically accurate bid content • Ensuring all documents meet brand and visual presentation standards • Managing bid administration and supporting documentation • Sourcing and identifying potential new business opportunities • Producing engaging content for case studies, newsletters, the company website, and industry news articles • Managing social media accounts and content, and monitoring campaign success • Advising on best practice and future improvements in bid and content delivery What we're looking for: You'll be a self-motivated and organised individual who is confident working independently as well as part of a wider team. Strong communication skills, attention to detail, and a creative mindset are key. Ideally, you'll also bring: • 3 5 years of experience in a similar role • Background in construction or a related field • Proficiency across Microsoft Office, especially Word, Excel, and PowerPoint • Excellent written and verbal communication skills. If you're ready for your next step and want to be part of a business with real ambition, please apply with your CV. Legal Information: We act as an employment agency for permanent work and as an employment business for temporary work. For roles in the UK, applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. We value diversity and promote equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all areas of society and can discuss any reasonable adjustments to support your application.

Bid Manager Civil Engineering Glasgow-Based UK-Wide Projects Permanent Full-Time Our client, a well-established and highly regarded civil engineering contractor, is looking to appoint a Bid Manager to support a growing pipeline of work across Scotland and the North East of England, largely driven by major energy and infrastructure projects. This opportunity is open to candidates from a range of backgrounds. Whether you are an experienced Bid Manager or a Senior Bid Writer looking to step up, this role offers the chance to take greater ownership of the bid function and play a key role in securing future work overseeing the full submissions process, contributing to bid strategy, and supporting the development of a small team of bid writers. The Role: Help to lead and manage the end-to-end bid process, from initial enquiry through to submission Take overall responsibility for the quality and delivery of submissions Work collaboratively with internal teams, including commercial, operational, and technical departments Coordinate input from across the business to develop compelling, compliant bids Oversee and support a small team of bid writers Liaise with clients to clarify requirements and strengthen pre-construction relationships Contribute to continuous improvement and post-tender reviews Projects Include: Windfarms Battery storage facilities Flood and coastal protection Substation works General civil engineering and infrastructure projects Who This Could Suit: An experienced Bid Manager looking for a new challenge A Senior Bid Writer ready to step into a more senior, strategic role Candidates from a range of professional or educational backgrounds with strong organisational, communication, and coordination skills Individuals with experience managing complex processes, deadlines, and multi-stakeholder input Those interested in developing their career within a commercially focused, project-led environment Why Join: Join a business with a strong reputation and long-standing industry presence Take ownership of a key function within a growing team Opportunity to step into a leadership position and shape the bid process Work within a collaborative and professional office environment Be part of a business actively investing in its future pipeline and people Legal Information: We act as an employment agency for permanent work and as an employment business for temporary work. For roles in the UK, applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. We value diversity and promote equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all areas of society and can discuss any reasonable adjustments to support your application.

Bid Writer 45,000 - 55,000 + Company Bonus + 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. 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.

Job Title: Senior Bid Writer (Social Housing) Location: Woodford (Hybrid working) Salary: 60,000 - 80,000 per year (depending on experience) Howells are working with a leading regional Social Housing contractor that are looking for a talented Senior Bid Writer to join their successful bid team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on high-value public sector bids across education, residential, and commercial projects, with contract values ranging from 500k to 20m. You'll play a key role in producing persuasive, well-structured, and compliant tender responses, working closely with operational, commercial, and technical colleagues to secure new business. Senior Bid Writer Key Responsibilities Write and develop high-quality responses for PQQs, ITTs, and frameworks. Coordinate with technical teams to gather accurate project information. Ensure submissions are compliant, compelling, and delivered on time. Manage deadlines and maintain bid libraries and templates. Senior Bid Writer experience: Minimum 2 years' bid writing experience (ideally within construction or social housing maintenance). Excellent writing and communication skills with the ability to produce clear, persuasive content. Strong organisational and time management abilities. Confident working with cross-functional teams to gather technical input. If you have the experience above please click apply or for more info please contact Gary Sewell on (phone number removed) Applications If you feel that you have the relevant experience to be successful in this position and would like to find out more please apply online today attaching a copy of your current CV. Alternatively contact us on (phone number removed). Howells are an Equal Opportunities employer. All applications will be dealt with in the strictest confidence. Howells acts as an Employment Business for the supply of temporary workers and an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies.

Role: Bid Writer Location: Home based but able travel to the Woodford Green office when required Salary: up to 75k plus benefits. Self employed status is also welcome in addition to PAYE. Howells are working with a family run Social Housing contractor that are looking for a Bid Writer due to continued business growth. The main purpose of the role is to compile and produce high quality SQ and tender submissions in order to ultimately achieve contract wins. You will be working on opportunities typically between 100,000 to 10 million plus in value. The majority of work is focused on social housing refurbishment. You will be responsible for general management of the bid process and, specifically, for any quality / written parts of a bid submission. Estimators are responsible for handling the pricing element of bids. You will take care of the upload in a timely manner to the stated deadline. The department handles multiple opportunities at any one time, at varying stages of the tender process. Whilst individuals are given responsibility for individual opportunities you will always be supported by an experienced Bid Manager. Bid Writer Main duties: Maintain a high level of market intelligence, legislative requirements and best practice in order to create winning bids Use and help to maintain the bid database and AI site to ensure it remains up to date and relevant. Responsible for the timely planning, management and completion of allocated selection questionnaires and tender submissions through the various stages of the procurement process Planning, drafting, writing and coordinating responses to bids. Be able to construct relevant answers which clearly answer the client's requirements, ensuring the company is in the best position to be successful in the process Build internal and external relationships with individuals in order to create high quality bids Visit operational sites. Gather information from other stakeholders and share information with the rest of the team, either through written reports or verbally, to record the visit Identifying opportunities to enhance and improve the process, whilst obtaining and sharing best practice with the team Undertake research for the team to improve bid content Develop and use creative approaches to the writing and presentation of bids Reviewing bid submissions for quality and accuracy Ensure the quality of the response meets company standard Bid Writer Experience 2-5 years minimum experience in a bid team Social housing refurbishment bid experience is essential Bid Writer Skills / Knowledge Industry knowledge - familiar with the industry as a whole Proven written communication skills Able to work effectively as part of a team Good at developing relationships with a wide spectrum of people High level of interpersonal skills Able to communicate at all levels Proficient in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint Database management Desk top publishing (Adobe InDesign etc.) experience desirable but not essential Bid Writer Education / Qualifications English A level desirable but not essential APMP desirable but not essential Please click to apply or for more information please call Gary Sewell on (phone number removed) Applications If you feel that you have the relevant experience to be successful in this position and would like to find out more please apply online today attaching a copy of your current CV. Alternatively contact us on (phone number removed). Howells are an Equal Opportunities employer. All applications will be dealt with in the strictest confidence. Howells acts as an Employment Business for the supply of temporary workers and an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies.

Bid Writer - Construction We have an excellent opportunity for a Bid Writer to join a renowned main contractor based in Swindon. The business turns over over 200mil across the group, and works across several sectors including education & further education, defence, commercial, student accommodation and healthcare valuing up to 30mil. They work with both public and private sector clients, and are in engaged in several national and local authority framework agreements. They're now looking to expand the pre-construction team with a highly capable Bid Writer. About the role of Bid Writer: As Bid Writer, you will be working within the pre-construction team, having the technical understanding to write compelling and accurate bids. You will be responsible for working on all bids, with a particular focus on frameworks. Key responsibilities as a Bid Writer: Write engaging and compelling bids with specific client focuses Review and answer tender questions Edit and review content Support bid teams through through submissions, reviews and post-bid feedback Understand feedback and continually develop bid writing skills Key requirements for this Bid Writer role: Must have experience working within a construction company previously in a similar role Ideally will have experience working on frameworks Must live within commutable distance to Swindon and be happy to commute Must have the full right to work in the UK Whats on offer for this Bid Writer role: Salary: up to 55k Company Car / Car Allowance Excellent Benefits Package Flexible working agreement This is a fantastic opportunity to join a renowned main contractor and contribute to the success of the work-winning team. If you think you'd be a suitable applicant for the role or would like more information on the position, please apply through the link below or contact Abbie in our Southampton office.

Senior Bid Coordinator / Bid Writer Our client, a well-established North West contractor, is seeking a Senior Bid Coordinator / Bid Writer to join their team. This is a key role responsible for managing tender submissions, enhancing marketing efforts, and ensuring the company maintains a consistent, professional presence in all communications. Key Responsibilities Bid Preparation: Write high-quality, winning bid documents for projects and frameworks, coordinating and editing content to meet deadlines. Presentations & Meetings: Attend and contribute to framework presentations. Tender Administration: Complete PQQs, Contractor Questionnaires, ITT quality sections, and submit completed tender documents. Collaboration: Work with the estimating team to gather technical information, ensuring accurate, high-quality bids. Marketing & Promotion: Produce promotional materials, award submissions, and maintain up-to-date bid libraries and internal policy documentation. Client Support: Provide insurance renewal information and maintain Constructionline profile with regular project references. Business Development Support: Assist with marketing campaigns, including quarterly email communications via Insightly CRM, and support business development initiatives. Quality & Compliance: Ensure all documentation meets ISO standards and company quality benchmarks, liaising with accreditation bodies as required. Accreditations: Attain and maintain key industry accreditations, including Constructionline, CHAS, and SafeContractor. About You Proven bid writing experience within the construction sector, ideally with a main contractor. Knowledge of Adobe InDesign is desirable. Exceptional written English, copywriting, and editing skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work independently or collaboratively. Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple deadlines under pressure. Flexible, proactive, and committed to delivering high-quality submissions consistently. Quality & Standards Support and lead the team in achieving and maintaining ISO accreditations. Write policies and procedures in line with quality standards. Communicate with external accreditation bodies when required.

Are you an experienced Bid Writer, with a background working in Construction? Approach Personnel are proud to be partnered with a family owned, regionally based main contractor, who are currently looking to appoint a Bid Writer to join them on a permanent basis. As a Bid Writer, you will be responsible for playing a pivotal role in shaping high-quality, compelling bid submissions across the full bidding lifecycle.This role suits a creative, organised professional who thrives on delivering outstanding written work. What's in it for you? Competitive basic salary of upto 55,000 (D.O.E) Generous car allowance total Yearly bonus potential Private medical care What are we looking for? Prior experience working as a Bid Writer across ANY industry Proactive & detail-focused individual with strong written communication skills. Excellent strategic thinking, able to translate client needs into winning bid approaches. Confident using tender portals and familiar with procurement stages. Key Responsibilities: Lead bid submissions. Coordinate bid delivery through tender portals. Manage multiple bids across the full pursuit lifecycle. Drive continuous improvement by capturing feedback. Maintain high standards of quality and compliance through use of tender portals. IF THIS SOUNDS LIKE YOU, WHY NOT APPLY NOW!

A Tier One main contractor is recruiting for an experienced and talented Bid Writer to work as part of the Preconstruction Team in Welwyn Garden City, acting as bid writing lead to create high-quality submission documents and carry out client research that helps the business win work within the Northern Home Counties region. This position is office-based, with flexibility for occasional remote working. About the Company They provide national construction services to private and public sector customers across a range of markets. Together, they deliver strong results for customers, partners and employees. They are one of the UK s most successful Tier One contractors and, as a progressive and ambitious organisation, employees benefit from a safe and rewarding working environment. About the role: Understand the drivers within each sector and for various clients Produce winning bid responses with strong style, structure and persuasion Support Business Development in scheme research, pipeline and events management Hold brainstorming and response workshops Align and develop themes and a coherent winning bid strategy Share ideas to raise the standard of submissions Engage with the wider bid/project team to ensure all ideas are captured and developed Undertake desktop research Liaise with tender and project teams and prepare CVs Identify and develop key themes with the team Attend launch meetings and agree deliverables and deadlines Attend site visits Arrange and facilitate workshops with the bid team Draft executive summaries and distribute key win themes and ideas Review team responses and ensure consistency Keep the team on track to meet submission deadlines Support the team in preparing for interviews during and after tender stages Agree and incorporate feedback Additional responsibilities include: Producing high-quality, persuasive written content for PQQs, tenders and proposals Understanding client requirements, identifying USPs and developing compelling win themes Researching and summarising markets, competitors and bid-related topics Ensuring all submissions meet mandatory requirements and deadlines Interviewing subject matter experts to extract project details and methodologies Interviewing client teams (where appropriate) to understand objectives and requirements Maintaining a database of standard responses, case studies, CVs and feedback Collaborating with subject matter experts, managers and stakeholders to gather technical input Ideally, they are looking for: Experience in creative writing and structuring winning bids Previous experience in developing proposals What are they looking for? As an experienced Bid Writer, you will be educated to degree level and able to understand organisational procedures and policies. You will work effectively both independently and as part of a team, with strong writing, analytical and problem-solving skills. You will be proficient in Microsoft Office and creative software, and capable of coordinating with third parties, including authors and animators. To thrive in this environment, you should have a passion for delivering high-quality work and enjoy being part of an inclusive, collaborative and hardworking team. Employees are encouraged to support and challenge one another to achieve success. The organisation promotes equality and has built a culture where all voices are heard and respected. What can they offer? You will join a growing and dynamic team that is passionate about its work and enjoys the pace and challenge of the construction sector. No two days are the same, and employees are encouraged to deliver the best outcomes for customers. Their culture is a key part of how they operate. It is inclusive, supportive and team-focused, with strong, long-standing relationships across their supply chain. They place a high level of trust in their people, with clear expectations and a shared commitment to delivering results both individually and as a team. Employees are encouraged and rewarded for working collaboratively to achieve a Perfect Delivery approach. This strategy find, win, deliver, repeat has led to a strong forward order book and continued focus on long-term work-winning capability across key sectors including education, public sector frameworks, civic buildings, leisure, investment-linked opportunities and healthcare. Their commitment to employees is as strong as their commitment to clients. They recognise that their people are central to success and actively support development and progression for those who demonstrate dedication and integrity. Their strength lies in their people their skills, knowledge and professionalism keep them at the forefront of the industry.

Bid Writer Civil Engineering Location: Staines 8We re working with a well-established main contractor to recruit a Bid Writer for their growing Staines office. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established business delivering major projects across civil engineering, infrastructure, and the built environment. You ll play a key role in producing high-quality, compelling bids that help secure large-scale projects. Key Responsibilities Writing, editing and coordinating high-quality tender submissions (PQQs, ITTs, RFPs) Working closely with estimating, commercial and operational teams Managing bid timelines and ensuring all submissions are completed to deadline Tailoring content to meet client requirements and scoring criteria Reviewing and improving existing bid library content Supporting continuous improvement of bid processes and win strategies What We re Looking For Proven experience as a Bid Writer / Bid Coordinator / Proposals Writer ESSENTIAL: Background in civil engineering or infrastructure projects Strong understanding of main contractor environments Experience working on frameworks, public sector tenders, and large-scale bids Excellent written communication and attention to detail Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment Salary & Package Competitive package + benefits Long-term career progression Why Join? Work on high-profile UK infrastructure and civils projects Strong pipeline of secured work Supportive, collaborative team environment Genuine opportunities for progression

Bid Writer - Luton - Up to 45K Are you a Bid Writer within the construction market who are looking for a role with a leading company in their sector, who can demonstrate a solid pipeline of work and work within an environment that cares about you and your own career development? We are actively recruiting for a Bid Writer who has experience working across public sector frameworks within the UK construction market. Responsibilities: Producing high-quality, compelling bid and tender submissions across public sector frameworks, leading the end-to-end bid and tender process. Writing, editing and proofreading clear, persuasive and compliant bid responses. Reviewing tender documentation to identify requirements, risks, compliance obligations and opportunities. Developing bid plans, response structures and win themes tailored to client requirement. Ensuring all submissions meet framework, regulatory, quality and security requirements. Managing submission deadlines, formatting requirements and electronic tender portals Monitoring framework opportunities and pipeline activity in collaboration with management Supporting continuous improvement of bid processes, quality and content. Assisting with one-off business projects either solely or as part of a team. Skills & Experience Proven experience in construction bid writing and tender management. Demonstrable experience working on public sector frameworks and commercial tenders. Exceptional written English with strong editing and proof-reading skills. High levels of accuracy and attention to detail. Excellent organisational and time management skills. Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines. Experience using Microsoft Office packages and tender portals. The successful candidate will be highly organised, detail-focused, commercially aware and possess excellent written communication skills, with the ability to work to tight deadlines and collaborate with stakeholders at all levels within the business.

Bid Manager - Hybrid - Up to 70K plus package Are you a Bid Manager within the construction market who is looking for a role with a leading company in their sector, who can demonstrate a solid pipeline of work and work within an environment that cares about you and your own career development? We are actively recruiting for a Bid Manager or Senior level Bid Writer who has experience working across public sector frameworks within the UK construction market. Responsibilities: Producing high-quality, compelling bid and tender submissions across public sector frameworks, leading the end-to-end bid and tender process. Writing, editing and proofreading clear, persuasive and compliant bid responses. Reviewing tender documentation to identify requirements, risks, compliance obligations and opportunities. Developing bid plans, response structures and win themes tailored to client requirement. Ensuring all submissions meet framework, regulatory, quality and security requirements. Managing submission deadlines, formatting requirements and electronic tender portals Monitoring framework opportunities and pipeline activity in collaboration with management Supporting continuous improvement of bid processes, quality and content. Assisting with one-off business projects either solely or as part of a team. Skills & Experience Proven experience in construction bid writing and tender management. Demonstrable experience working on public sector frameworks and commercial tenders. Exceptional written English with strong editing and proof-reading skills. High levels of accuracy and attention to detail. Excellent organisational and time management skills. Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines. Experience using Microsoft Office packages and tender portals. The successful candidate will be highly organised, detail-focused, commercially aware and possess excellent written communication skills, with the ability to work to tight deadlines and collaborate with stakeholders at all levels within the business.

Due to a recent internal transfer, 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 and Dartford), 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. 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 Criteria Experience of facilitating answer plan sessions, win theme workshops and managing the tender review process. 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. Desirable Criteria Relevant degree or equivalent qualification. Personal Qualities You will be able to model behaviour that shows, respect, helpfulness and cooperation. Make best use of available resources and seek new sources of support when necessary. State your own position and views clearly and confidently in conflict situations. Identify your customers' needs and expectations and strive to deliver them. Prioritise and plan to deliver agreed objectives. Present plans clearly, concisely, accurately and in ways that ensure understanding. Set demanding but achievable objectives for yourself. Find practical ways to overcome barriers. Additional Information At Willmott Dixon we provide an inclusive and flexible working environment for people to thrive in and we are happy to support agile working wherever possible. We are a proud member of the Disability Confident Scheme. 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.

Bid Writer Property Servcies & Construction Up to £60,000 Plus Package I am currently recruiting for a Bid Writer to join a rapidly growing construction contractor. This role will be working within their exciting property services & construction teams. As a Bid Writer, you will play a crucial role in securing new business by producing high-quality, compelling bids and tenders that accurately reflect our capabilities and values. You will be responsible for writing, editing, and coordinating bids for a range of construction projects. Day to Day Responsibilities: - Develop and produce high-quality, persuasive bid documents, including PQQs, ITTs, and RFPs, tailored to the specific requirements of each opportunity - Write and edit clear, concise, and compelling content that effectively communicates the company's value proposition, technical capabilities, and project experience - Work closely with the New Business team, operations managers, and SMEs to gather the necessary information for bids, ensuring accuracy and alignment with client requirements - Manage the end-to-end bid process, including timelines, submissions, and internal reviews, ensuring all deadlines are met - Conduct research on potential clients, projects, and industry trends to inform bid strategies and improve win rates - Maintain and update a library of bid content, case studies, and standard responses to ensure consistency and efficiency in the bid process - Analyse feedback from clients and stakeholders to continuously improve bid quality and success rates. - Ensure all bid documents comply with client specifications, industry standards, and company policies. Qualifications and Experience: - Proven experience as a Bid Writer, ideally within the construction industry - Strong understanding of the construction/social housing sector is preferred - Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills with a keen eye for detail - Ability to produce high-quality, persuasive content under tight deadlines - Strong project management skills and the ability to manage multiple bids simultaneously - Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) - Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues at all levels. This is a brilliant opportunity to join a fast growing business with a great reputation. They are offering a great salary & package along with good opportunities of career progression should you perform well. If this role is of interest please apply directly or contact Danny Mangan for more information Fortus Recruitment Group Limited acts as an Employment Business for the supply of temporary workers and an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies. Fortus Recruitment Group is an equal opportunities employee.

If you are currently working as a bid writer or working within the construction sector and believe you may have appropriate transferable skills to succeed as a writer, this role could be suitable for you. We are looking for a Construction Bid Writer / Estimator. You will support your clients by preparing compelling, persuasive and compliant bids for a variety of construction related tenders and projects. Working in a fast paced environment, you will be required to complete multiple projects at once so strong organization skills together with excellent attention to detail and an ability to work well under pressure is essential. Main Duties: Provide technical and commercial writing skills, displaying creative flair in tender submissions You will be taking the project from start to completion Project manage the bid process end to end on own initiative in a pressured. deadline-driven environment Objectively appraise tender submissions and complete internal quality assurance checks Manage client relationships and maintain existing individual bid libraries Support and guidance to other writers and internal stakeholders on preparing written documents and presentations Review successful and unsuccessful submissions, feedback and lessons learned to promote continuous improvement Become involved in all aspects of the business, including strategy, sales, business development and quality management Ideal Candidate: Experience of working in the pre-construction sector is preferred Outstanding writing, editing and verbal communication skills Experience working for main contractor Experience working in mix used projects Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application. Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK. For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.

Pre-Construction Manager We have an excellent opportunity for a Pre-construction Manager to join an established main contractor based in Cardiff. The business has built a reputation for delivering excellent construction projects across South Wales, undertaking projects across the commercial, healthcare, education and residential sectors valuing up to 20mil. About the role of Pre-Construction Manager: As Pre-Construction Manager, you will be responsible for managing a team of Estimators, Bid Writers and Proposals Co-Ordinators. You will be managing the bid process, working closely with senior leadership to target projects which support the wider businesses growth plans. You will also be instrumental in developing and maintaining bid strategy. Key Responsibilities as Pre-Construction Manager: Lead pre-construction teams Oversee preparation and submitting of bids Develop and enhance current bid strategies Maintain relationships with repeat clients and nurture new relationships Key requirements for this Pre-Construction Manager role: Have a background in pre-construction roles and have led pre-construction teams Main Contracting background Be a strategic and dynamic leader Possess a construction related degree This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Pre-Construction professional to join an established business and play a pivotal role in its growth plans.

Bid Writer Permanent Location: Glasgow Salary: DOE + benefits package Ref: GR1518 Gibson Recruitment Limited Your New Company & Role: Based in Glasgow, this established and growing main contractor is seeking an experienced BID WRITER to join their commercial team. As a Bid Writer, you will play a central role in producing high-quality bid documents for construction projects. Working closely with the directors and commercial team, you will ensure that our submissions are persuasive, accurate, and aligned with client requirements. The ideal candidate will have excellent writing and editing skills, a sound understanding of construction industry requirements, and experience developing strong, client-focused proposals. Responsibilities: Draft, edit, and format bid and tender documents to ensure clarity, accuracy, and compliance with client specifications. Collaborate with technical, commercial, and operational staff to translate complex information into persuasive, client-focused responses. Assist in reviewing tender documents, identifying key requirements, and contributing to bid strategy. Assist in providing estimates. Ensure bid submissions are well-structured, consistent, and delivered on time. Liaise with suppliers and subcontractors to support information when required. Contribute to lessons learned reviews and continuous improvement of bid processes. Applicant Criteria: Experience in bid writing or related roles within the construction sector. Exceptional written communication skills, with the ability to produce clear, concise, and persuasive content. Proven ability to analyse and interpret tender documentation. Excellent organisational and time-management abilities, capable of meeting tight deadlines. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; experience with bid management software is desirable. Strong team player with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments. Applicants MUST live within commuting distance of the advertised location. What to Do Now: Please apply now with your most up to date CV or call Graeme on the details below for more information. If this role is not for you but you would like to have a conversation regarding your next career move, do not hesitate to give us a call, in confidence.

Construction Bid Writer Birmingham The Role As a Construction Bid Writer, you will be responsible for producing compelling, high-quality bid and tender submissions that help win new projects. You'll work closely with estimators, project managers, and senior stakeholders to develop clear, persuasive proposals tailored to client requirements. Key Responsibilities Write, edit, and coordinate bid submissions Develop engaging and compliant responses to tender questions Collaborate with internal teams to gather technical and commercial information Produce method statements, case studies, and project narratives Ensure all submissions are completed on time and to a high standard Maintain and improve the bid content library Review and proofread documents for accuracy, clarity, and consistency About You Proven experience in bid writing, proposal writing, or similar role Background in construction, engineering, or a related industry Excellent writing, editing, and communication skills Strong attention to detail and ability to meet tight deadlines Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple bids simultaneously Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel) What We Offer Competitive salary and benefits package Opportunities for career progression Supportive and collaborative working environment Flexible / hybrid working options About Us We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options. We are committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients. If you choose to apply, your information will be processed in accordance with the Nicholas Associates Group of companies Privacy Notice.

FERROVIAL CONSTRUCTION (UK) LIMITED is seeking an experienced and highly skilled Senior Bid Writer to join our dynamic team. This role is crucial in crafting compelling and winning proposals for complex infrastructure projects. Job Responsibilities: Provide Lead Author/Bid Writing services on forthcoming PQQs and Tenders (subject to timely client release of documents). Ensure responses are produced to a high standard and quality, taking into account the full question is being answered and the scoring criteria followed and applied. Ensure effective engagement with subject matter experts (SME) in relation to gathering response information/evidence and ensuring adherence to deadlines (internal and client). Ensure the full suite of client documents associated with the PQQ/Tender have been read and understood. Ensure content provided by SMEs is appropriately challenged and escalated to the appropriate person within the bid team if the SME is under delivering. Ensure the responses produced are optimised to score the highest marks possible. Working closely with bid directors, BD directors, bid managers, technical leads and field specialists to develop key messages, themes, approaches and innovative / value-added concepts Working with external specialists/writers and working directly with clients, if required Support other Business Development related tasks such as BD related marketing collateral and/or master case study/evidence gathering activity Analyze requirements and ensure that all proposals meet requirements Coordinate and lead all technical aspects of the bid process including development, outlines, preparing drafts, scheduling reviews, and tracking completion of team assignments Assist with maintaining a database with standard proposal responses Contribute intelligence related to clients and competitors to support project pursuits Assist in ensuring all bidding qualifications are in place and maintained Effectively catalog department information, templates, databases, generic information, etc. Job Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Journalism, English, or a related field. Proven experience as a Bid Writer, Senior Bid Writer, Demonstrable track record of successfully securing major contracts through high-quality bid submissions. Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with a keen eye for detail and a strong command of grammar, punctuation, and style. Strong project management and organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple bids simultaneously under tight deadlines. Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse teams and stakeholders. A strategic thinker with a proactive and results-oriented approach. Understanding of public procurement processes and frameworks (e.g., PQQ, ITT, RFQ) within the UK construction market. Work Location: London / Chiswick Please note that this job description does not represent a comprehensive list of activities and employees may be requested to undertake other reasonable duties. Seize the challenge. Move the world together! Innovative, creative, respectful, and diverse are some of the ways we describe ourselves. We are motivated by challenges, and we collaborate across our business units to move the world together. Your journey to a fulfilling career starts here! Ferrovial is an equal opportunity employer. We treat all jobs applications equally, regardless of gender, color, race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, covered veteran status or protected genetic information (each, a Protected Class ), or any other protected class in accordance with applicable laws.