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Madisons Recruitment are recruiting for a Pre-Contract Administrator for a new client of ours based in Cumbria. Our client are a leading civil engineering and construction firm specialising in construction, civil engineering, joinery manufacture and installation operating throughout the North West and Scottish Borders. The primary goal is to ensure that all necessary documentation, procedures, and administrative tasks are completed efficiently. The role is essential in preparing for the contract award and ensuring a smooth transition into the project execution phase. Responsibilities Assist in preparing, submitting, and tracking tenders and bids, ensuring all pre-contract documentation is submitted accurately and on time. Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all tender and pre-contract activities, ensuring data is easily accessible for future reference. Help prepare reports on pre-contract activities, ensuring milestones are achieved within the required timelines. Organise and maintain all pre-contract documentation, including correspondence, tender documents, contract terms, and specifications. Regularly check procurement portals for potential opportunities and updates on existing ones. Provide administrative support to the Estimators, Bid Writer, and Pre-Contracts Manager, handling phone calls, emails, and general office duties. Assist with preparing cost estimates, risk assessments, and other related documents. Analyse and compile Pre-Qualifying Questionnaire requirements. Develop Supporting Documentation Write & Submit Bids Pre-Contract Planning Requirements A relevant qualification in Construction Management, Business Administration, or a related field is desirable but not essential. Previous experience in a construction or project administration role, particularly in the pre-contract phase, is preferred. Familiarity with construction terminology and the Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) is essential. Familiarity with Creative Suite packages is desirable. Strong organisational and multitasking abilities with excellent attention to detail and accuracy. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate clearly and professionally with internal teams and external stakeholders. Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to assist with project and contract queries as they arise. Benefits A dynamic and supportive working environment with opportunities for continued professional development 24 days annual leave plus bank holidays 4% employer pension contribution BUPA Cash Plan Life assurance cover Company vehicle or allowance (if applicable) If you are actively searching for a new role and interested in hearing more on the above Pre-Contract Administrator position, please apply or contact using any of the methods below. Consultant Name: Kieran Landline: (phone number removed) Email: (url removed) INDHP

JOB DESCRIPTION FORM Role: Head of Bid Management Salary: Neg plus package Location: East London COMPANY BACKGROUND The group offers an unparalleled range of services, including planned maintenance, responsive maintenance, fire protection, electrical services, decarbonisation, energy efficiency, and refurbishment. With nationwide coverage and enhanced expertise, we provide significant benefits to our clients. The growth opportunities for the business are immense, and as a result, they are expanding the bid team. Head of Bid Managemnet duties : We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Bid Team Lead to join our team. This role is pivotal in leading and developing a small team of bid writers, with a strong focus on continuous improvement. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the highest standards of quality control to maintain our competitive edge. Your leadership will be instrumental in fostering a collaborative and high-performing team environment. The team are responsible for bids over 1m. In addition to team leadership, the Bid Team Lead will take on the critical role of bid management for our most important tenders. This involves developing and executing winning bid strategies, and leading the bid process from inception to successful conclusion. Building strong relationships with operational leads and other stakeholders will be critical to success. The candidate will also be required to collaborate with other bid team leads, sharing knowledge and ideas to support the group bid management strategy and goals. We are looking for a people person who is passionate about leading and creating a winning culture for each bid they work on. Their enthusiasm should extend to the social housing sector, with a thirst for knowledge to support in bringing out the best strategies and insights in our bids. Their ability to inspire and motivate a team, coupled with sector expertise, will be key to driving our success in the market. Head of Bid Management Resposibilities: Lead and Develop Team: Manage and develop a small team of bid writers, fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment focused on continuous improvement. Workload Management: Manage the team workload and distribute to suit tender and team development requirements. Quality Control: Ensure the highest standards of quality control by meticulously reviewing all key opportunities. Bid Management: Take responsibility for managing the most important tenders, developing and executing winning bid strategies, and leading the bid process from inception to successful conclusion. Collaboration: Collaborate with other bid team leads, sharing knowledge and ideas to support the group bid management strategy and goals. Stakeholder Relationships: Build strong relationships with operational leads and other stakeholders to ensure alignment and support for bid activities. Winning Culture: Create and maintain a win culture within the team, inspiring and motivating team members to achieve success in each bid. Sector Expertise: Demonstrate a passion for the social housing sector, continuously seeking knowledge to enhance bid strategies and outcomes. Innovation and Improvement: Identify and implement innovative approaches to improve bid processes and outcomes. Feedback: Actively seek feedback on submitted bids and give timely feedback to writers to support continuous improvement and development. Head of Bid Management Skills, Knowledge & Experience Must have experience in Bid/Project Management for high value/business critical opportunities Experienced in working with technical/operational/BDM teams to develop win strategy/value proposition Deep understanding of the tendering process, experienced in leading strategy workshops, storyboarding sessions and leading launch meetings Experience in the social housing or other construction sector Must have experience in a business to business or Public-Sector environment Must have very strong interpersonal skills, at all levels of management Must have excellent experience of writing business context and advanced written communication skills Ability to interpret tender request information and design the appropriate response Accurate proof reading Must have Excellent all-round IT skills Organised with good time management skills Thorough with excellent attention to detail Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines Experience in line management and people development. 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.

The Bid Writer / Senior Bid Writer will support regional teams as an integral member of the Proposals Team, which operates within the Pre-Construction department. This role is essential in managing and delivering high-quality bids across a variety of projects, including development, new build, fire remediation, decarbonisation, and retrofit works. The Bid Writer / Senior Bid Writer will be responsible for producing client-focused, compelling proposals that reflect company expertise and innovation while ensuring all submissions are compliant, timely, and aligned with client requirements. Working collaboratively with regional and multidisciplinary teams, the Bid Writer / Senior Bid Writer will play a key role in the success of the business Key Responsibilities - Content Development and Writing - Bid Strategy and Management - Submission Document Preparation - Presentation Development - Knowledge Management For more details please contact (url removed)

Bid Administrator Location: London Full Time, Fully site based Permanent basis I am currently working with a large contractor in the recruiting of a Bid Administrator to oversee one of their London sites. Your key responsbilities will consist off: Receive, process, record and track all incoming tenders and alerts Take ownership of internal tender/outcome tracking systems Maintain all tendering/response portals with up-to-date company information/documents Organise and arrange meetings/event attendance and bid calendars/diaries Assist with and populate pre-qualification/selection questionnaires/applications as instructed and within deadline Support with the formatting/quality control activities of bid/tender applications and supporting material Provide general administrative support in a timely manner Co-ordinate communication across the bid team for individual tender cycles Conduct research projects upon request of Bid Manager/Senior Writer Be responsible for sourcing and providing information and documents from the Bid Library Any other duties as required This company are actively growing and have a huge pipeline of current and upcoming work. Please could you apply to be considered for this excellent opportunity, or contact Paige Camies at the Fawkes & Reece office for more information.

I am recruiting for a FM Bid Writer / Bid Manager to join a tier 1 contractor in both construction and FM. You will be involved in working as part of the business development team to draft high quality facilities management responses to Invitations to Tender, Pre-Qualification Questionnaires and Expressions of Interest, as well as developing FM service delivery models and solutions in conjunction with the operational teams. In addition, this role will support the Regional Directors and their teams in the bid process and negotiations for all current and new bids. The Role: Support the Regional Directors in providing creative and commercial solutions to bid requirements and first draft submissions Support and at times lead the bid process ensuring all relevant parties are kept fully informed of their requirements and progress. This includes planning and advising of the bid activities and resources available for the pipeline of work Provide support and take ownership of populating generic organisational content into Selection Questionnaires, Requests for Information and other bid submission formats Compiling cost and data information for FM bids to ensure risks and commercial opportunities can be accurately identified Conducting site visits as part of the bid process and identify cost and efficiency drivers Supporting mobilisation activity in relation to FM services at new sites Identifying pre-written content that may be available to start to develop the proposal Developing and re-writing content into a consistent and excellent proposal style by either: Taking information provided by the individual contributors in the business development team to create responses; Meeting with and interviewing individual contributors to capture the raw information and details required to then develop draft responses; About you: Direct experience of facilities management technical and tender process Outstanding writing, editing and verbal communication skills Working knowledge of Office including MS Excel, MS PowerPoint and MS Project Skilled in the application of IT systems, including Office 365 including advanced Word skills Media, English degree or similar subject or equivalent would be advantageous but not essential 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.

Our client is seeking a talented Assistant Bid Writer to join their team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a passion for writing and a keen interest in the construction industry. As an Assistant Bid Writer, you will be responsible for supporting the bid writing team in preparing high-quality proposals and tender documents. You will work closely with the bid managers and subject matter experts to gather information, write compelling content, and ensure that all submissions are completed on time and to a high standard. The ideal candidate will have excellent writing skills, a strong attention to detail, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Previous experience in bid writing or a related field is preferred. If you are a motivated individual looking to take the next step in your career, we want to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's dynamic team. Expereince Degree level qualification ideally within a construction-related discipline Enthusiastic and keen to develop within job role Strong written and oral communication skills Strong IT and creative presentation skills Meticulous attention to detail and accuracy Ability to work under pressure and to strict timescales Time management and prioritising workload Ability to work on own initiative Team player Previous experience in similar role Knowledge/experience within the construction industry Responsibilities Identifying Opportunities: Proactively reviewing web portals to uncover new PQQ and tender opportunities that align with our business goals. Strategic Analysis: Assessing the viability and competitiveness of tenders to ensure the best chances of success. Managing Submissions: Updating and maintaining PQQ and tender information within company IT systems to streamline processes. Crafting Winning Proposals: Preparing engaging, high-quality written responses to PQQ and tender questions, ensuring we stand out. Collaborating Across Teams: Working closely with internal teams and external stakeholders to gather critical information for submissions. Leading the Clarification Process: Managing clarifications and RFIs, ensuring all queries are handled efficiently and professionally.

About the Role We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Bid Writer to join our clients Estimating team. The successful candidate will play a critical role in securing new business by preparing, writing, and coordinating high-quality bid submissions. You will work closely with various departments to ensure compelling proposals that align with client needs and company objectives. Key Responsibilities Research, write, and edit bid proposals, ensuring accuracy and compliance with client requirements. Collaborate with internal stakeholders to gather essential information for compelling submissions. Maintain a bid library of templates, case studies, and standard responses. Ensure all proposals adhere to company branding and tone of voice. Work to tight deadlines, managing multiple bids simultaneously. Review and analyse tender documents, ensuring a clear understanding of client expectations. Develop and maintain strong relationships with framework partners. Support the bid process from start to finish, including post-submission clarifications. Requirements Proven experience as a Bid Writer , Proposal Writer , or in a similar role. Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills with excellent attention to detail. Ability to interpret complex information and present it clearly and persuasively. Experience managing bid timelines and working to strict deadlines. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and bid management software. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Knowledge of procurement and tendering processes. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Desirable Qualifications Strong English, Experience operating Microsoft packages Experience in construction or demolition sector. Benefits Competitive salary and benefits package. Opportunities for professional development and training. Supportive and dynamic work environment. 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 Privacy Notice.

Bid Writer Permanent, Full Time This role will allow the successful candidate an opportunity to work with an organisation that delivers a wide range of high profile construction projects within the education, retail, leisure, commercial and industrial sectors. Duties: Attend start-up meetings with the production team to agree strategy, content and actions Provide written content for business-critical public sector national frameworks Dissect questions and produce answer plans to maximise relevant information extracted from team members Manage some key regional bid team relationships and share key information with the central team Writing support on key target bids Collaborate effectively as part of a variety of UK-wide bid and proposal teams What are they looking for? Excellent organisational and time management skills with the ability to meet competing deadlines concurrently Experience as the Bid Writer with a regional / national contractor The ability to communicate complex ideas Attention to detail with the ability to secure timely, accurate and relevant support from colleagues to answer questions Interested in the opportunity above? Please contact Sam for more information. Randstad Construction Property Engineering is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Vacancy Summary Job Title: Bid Manager Job Type: Permanent Job Ref: Location: Essex Start Date: ASAP Salary: c 75k- 85k + benefits package inc car allowance, healthcare, pension, bonus etc. Company & Project: An award winning Main Contractor operating across multiple sectors including Commercial, Mixed-Use, Residential and Education are currently recruiting for an experienced and effective Bid Manager to complement their Pre Construction team and hold a strategic position within their business. The client has a strong reputation in the market for work winning and build quality, with a varied project pipeline that includes projects across New Build and Refurbishment sectors. Our client has an enviable order book already secured for 2025 but they are continuing to target new business and grow their team. Duties & Responsibilities: The successful candidate will take responsibility for managing a work winning team, handling a variety of tenders, working hands on writing bids and leading a team of up to 5 pre-construction colleagues. Experience managing Bids through the PCSA stage and securing projects through frameworks is essential for this opportunity. Previous experience in managing pre-con teams of 5 staff including planning, estimating or design disciplines is essential along with a background in bid writing would also be advantageous. Desirable Experience: 5 years+ UK experience as Bid Manager for a Main Contractor. Extensive experience managing bids for construction projects c 10m+. Experience managing Bids through 2-stage tenders. Good knowledge of construction management process and techniques. Previous roles: Bid Manager OR Bid Coordinator OR Proposals Manager OR Estimator OR Design Manager OR Planner OR Framework Manager OR Senior Bid Writer. Qualifications & Skills: Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Architecture or comparable qualification. Application Process: If you would like more information on this Bid Manager position or any other vacancy please email your current CV through to; 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.

Our client is one of London's leading Civil Engineering and Infrastructure contractors, with over 30 years experience delivering iconic build and infrastructure projects. Due to continual growth and the successful expansions into new infrastructure sectors, they have the immediate need for a Bid Coordinator / Writer to join their established Preconstruction & Bid team, reporting directly into the Preconstruction Director. As the successful candidate, you will be responsible for actively working on invitations to tender and developing bids through the production of high quality PQQ's, ITT submissions and bid documents that are tailored to suit the specific requirements of the enquiry. You will be from a construction industry background, and our client is happy to consider different levels of experience. A full JD for the role can be provided upon request. Bid Coordinator roles and responsibilities: Managing and coordinating the receipt of leads, PQQs, ITTs, TQ's from portals, emails, and document sharing platforms etc. Logging all PQQs, ITTs and TQ's, and undertaking Client and Project Research. Undertaking the initial review of PQQs and ITTs to understand next actions to be taken and ensure correct distribution to the relevant teams, including Pre-Construction, Planning, Commercial & Estimating, Health & Safety, Business Development & Marketing departments to ensure deadlines are met. Management of the tender process, coordinating the completion of PQQs and tender submissions including all supporting evidence, preparing internal meetings and assigning actions, and the collation of tender submissions and client feedback. Proof reading of documents for readability, grammar and spelling errors, and suitability of answered tender questions, liaising with projects and Engineering team to gain feedback and information that could improve the bid. Assist the Preconstruction Director in developing and maintaining work winning procedures and maintaining PQQ and tender library for the Company. Bid Coordinator requirements: Degree or HNC/HND a construction, media design, English Language or journalistic qualification would be advantageous. Experience working within the construction industry, within preconstruction and tendering, and document control. Experience using a range of document and project portals, e.g. BIW, A-site, Aconex, Business Collaborator, CRM etc. an advantage. Must have an exceptional eye for detail, able to work to tight deadlines, on multiple bids and maintain accuracy under pressure. Strong IT Literate in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook. Bid Coordinator Benefits: Working for an established and fast-growing civil engineering contractor, delivering major projects in London and nationwide (inc HS2) Opportunity to work as part of an established team, with freedom to work on your own initiative. Excellent training and support will be provided. Competitive salary and package. Immediate role.

An excellent opportunity for a Bid Writer to join leading civil engineering contractor in the London area. The Bid Writer will ideally come from a civil engineering or construction background. The Bid Writer duties - Devising "win-themes" - Coordinating inputs from supply chain - Creating draft responses - Liaising with suppliers and partners for reviews and producing final responses written to a high standard. - You will also take ownership of our library of responses, including case studies, re-writing them to improve their impact. - You will produce professionally written proposal content that clearly articulates the company's value proposition and in accordance with the company's brand "tone of voice". - This important role requires an ability to work under pressure and to demanding deadlines and, ideally, you will be able to demonstrate a track-record of thriving in a busy environment. Bid Writer - Skills & Requirements - Degree educated (ideally English Literature) or journalistic / professional writing background. - Advanced MS Word skills & proficient in MS Office. - Ideally experience as a bid writer in civil engineering or construction - A high attention to detail with an excellent editing and proofing ability - Excellent literacy skills, with an extensive vocabulary - Deadline driven with effective time management skills - Ability to multitask and prioritise workload (url removed)

Bid Writer / Bid Coordinator is required to work for an independent award-winning architecture practice in Notting Hill. We are seeking an ambitious and creative Bid Writer with vision and drive. The Bid Writer role pays up to £50k, depending on experience. This Bid Writer / Bid Coordinator is a hybrid role with three days from the office and two from home. Bid Writer / Bid Coordinator role: • Working independently with the Principal and Senior Team to deliver high-quality bid documents, PQQs, and write the PCQ case studies, competition entries, award submissions, and newsletters. • Responsible for collaborating with the Marketing Manager in writing content for use in the bids, presentations, and all supporting documentation, ensuring a cohesive and consistent approach. • Identify tender opportunities, monitor tender portals and OJEU notices, and present relevant opportunities to the management team. • Responsible for producing and compiling bid documents for RFQs and solicitations, including but not limited to composing Company Profiles, Team Organizational Charts, Design Approach and Methodology Documents, and Team CVs. • Managing and updating writing in all marketing collateral including publications, portfolios, and CVs. Reviewing competitions lists and compiling PQQs, tenders, proposals, presentations Bid Writer / Bid Coordinator skills: • Experience in bid writing and bid coordination within the architectural industry for at least 2 years. • Demonstrable prior experience writing bids in an architectural practice is essential. • Excellent writing skills. A creative writing or journalism background is preferred. IDA Recruitment Ltd specialises in office support recruitment across London. We work with sectors from Creative start ups to Professional Service organisations. We have a great deal of experience of the London Market and throughout our careers have nurtured long term respectful relationships with candidates, enabling them to reach their potential. Due to high volumes we are unable to respond to every application. We expect to contact successful candidates within 5 working days

O'Neill and Brennan are assisting a main contractor that are based in central london with their search for an Assistant Bid Writer / Coordinator ideally the rigth candidate will need some construction expierence within SIte/Project Admin or Document Controlling. You dont need Bid Expierence just someone who is looking for a career and a great progression pathway in the construction sector! you will be working with a team of 2 other BID Writers and assisting the Office Estimators and the Pre con team Please apply with an uptodate CV

This role includes being the single point of contact on multiple bids at any one time and involves the use of numerous procurement portals. You will express interest in opportunities and in turn download and distribute documents to members of the bid team. You will manage all subsequent distribution of Q&A and document distribution during the SQ/tender period. Attention to detail and retention of tasks to do is essential in the role. 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. 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 standards Maintain a high level of market intelligence, legislative requirements and best practice in order to create winning bids JOB DESCRIPTION BID COORDINATOR / BID WRITER Experience 2-5 years experience in a bid team Social housing refurbishment bid experience 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 Desk top publishing (Adobe InDesign etc.) experience desirable but not essential Education / Qualifications English A level desirable but not essential APMP desirable but not essential Location Woodford Green office Hybrid working possible after probation period 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.

Are you an experienced bid writer or coordinator with a passion for delivering winning proposals? Do you have a strong background in construction, particularly with main contractors? Are you looking to join a dynamic team with excellent career growth opportunities? About the Company Our client is a leading main contractor based in Hertfordshire, renowned for delivering high-quality construction projects across various sectors. With a strong pipeline of work and a commitment to innovation and excellence, they are keen to provide a collaborative working environment. About the Role This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Bid Writer/Bid Coordinator to join a busy pre-construction team. You will play a critical role in producing high-quality, compelling bid submissions to secure new projects and strengthen client relationships. Duties and Responsibilities Manage the end-to-end bid process, from initial opportunity assessment to final submission. Work closely with the pre-construction, design, and project teams to gather technical information for bid documents. Write, edit, and format high-quality, persuasive content tailored to client requirements. Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure timely delivery of bid submissions. Maintain and update a library of bid templates and case studies. Monitor and track bid opportunities, ensuring compliance with submission deadlines. Conduct post-bid reviews to analyse performance and identify areas for improvement. Requirements Proven experience as a Bid Writer/Bid Coordinator within Construction, ideally with a main contractor. Strong understanding of the bid process and tender requirements for main contractors. Excellent writing, editing, and communication skills with attention to detail. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Word and PowerPoint. Ability to manage multiple deadlines and prioritise effectively. Strong organisational and interpersonal skills. Knowledge of the construction industry and terminology is essential. Benefits Competitive salary package tailored to your experience. Career development opportunities within a market-leading contractor. Opportunity to work on large projects across the country Could you be good for this role? Apply now and let's discuss further Aldwych Consulting 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 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.

We are currently working in partnership with one of the UK’s largest Civil Engineering companies. They are looking to strengthen the bid team at a senior level to oversee capital works and framework contracts with values in excess of £50M. As Bid Director, this role can offer long term career security whilst working with an experienced team of professionals. Salary to £110k | Annual Bonus | Hybrid Working | Company Car or Allowance | Stakeholder Pension | Private Healthcare | Life Assurance | 25 days holiday + bank holidays Key Essentials: * As Bid Director you will report to the board of directors, working closely with senior leadership and managing the bid team * Ensuring the correct commercial content and documentation are provided in submitting high quality strategic bids * Helping to provide excellent submissions of tender proposals. It will be your responsibility to programme, allocate, monitor and control the requirements of the submission through to award of contract. Throughout this process you will be responsible for ensuring communication between the client and bid team is kept up to date at all times * Providing good quality content, structure and process of bids and proposals * Coordinating internal resources to deliver bids and contributing to the relevant functions of the business * Lead a bid team of all levels. You should be an excellent communicator with the ability to demonstrate leadership Requirements: * It is essential that you have previous Bid Management experience in excess of £50M for a main contractor in the civil engineering or utility industry * Up-to-date industry civil engineering or utility knowledge with an understanding of NEC Forms of Contract * Excellent communication and leadership skills with the ability to plan and organise accordingly #biddirector #bidmanager #bidwriter #bid #tender#submission #strategic #nec #commercial #civilengineering #utilities #utility #gas #water #power #telecom By applying for this position, you are agreeing for CVL:LDN to hold and process your personal data in accordance with our Privacy Policy. Your data will be shared with clients relevant to any roles that you have applied for with us. If at any time you wish to withdraw your consent, then please contact us

Our client delivers a wide range of construction services for public and private customers across the following sectors, Commercial, Education, Healthcare, Heritage, Public Spaces & Residential and they’re in the market for a Bid Manager, (or a Bid Writer who is looking and ready for the step up in progression to Manager.) Role Purpose: To lead the process of producing professional and well considered tender submissions, and to provide a key point of contact to the customer team for post tender queries/negotiations to secure project award Accountabilities: • Ensure that the Company Health and Safety policy and Management System is complied with at all times, leading by example in ensuring that safety is the primary concern • Assess new opportunities in conjunction with the Pre-construction Team in line with the Bid Decision Process to decide whether or not to pursue the opportunity • Lead the process of developing and agreeing a winning strategy with input from other work winning team members • Coordinate input from internal and external team members contributing to the overall tender submission to ensure that it is provided to meet the tender timescales and that all aspects are aligned with the tender win strategy, including programmes, logistics plans, and Contractor’s Proposals • Design, collation, production and review of the final submission document including the ownership and writing of sections. Working as part of the bid team to produce high quality, customer focused documents • Ensure the structure of documents reflect all requirements in a way that facilitates easy scoring by the customer / client and draft clear, well written proposals from researched and orchestrated responses which convey operational, technical and commercial solutions in a clear and concise manner. • Critically proof-read final submission documents to identify any areas of potential weakness and opportunities for improvement against the tender win strategy and the customer scoring matrix • Present tender proposals at tender settlement meetings to the Head of Pre-Construction and/or Managing Director • Represent the Company at pre, mid and post tender interviews as required • Implementation of new systems and development of existing systems to ensure that the bid management process is as efficient and effective as possible. • Work with relevant team members to obtain knowledge and information required in order to respond to qualitative requirements, including ensuring team members produce information within the required timescales. Skills, Experience & Qualities: • Good understanding of health and safety, environmental and sustainability requirements for construction projects • Perceptive and analytical in understanding customer requirements • Capable of working under time pressure to strict deadlines • Able to produce high quality submissions that reflect a thorough understanding of the project and clearly define the clients approach • Customer focused, with the ability to build rapport quickly and develop strong lasting relationships with clients and teams • Excellent verbal and written communication skills • Foresees potential problems and takes ownership of resolving them • Ensures appropriate plans are in place and regularly reviewed and updated Detailed understanding of the interdependencies between job roles/functions

Position: Bid Writer / Manager Dynamic Public Sector Contractor – Hertfordshire Package: To £80k + Package Company Overview: Our client is a provider and partner of choice for clients and customers within the Public sector. They offer a complete and comprehensive repair, maintenance and new build major works service to RSL’s nationwide. They also undertake education projects and have recently launched a private residential development arm. Role: Due to an influx of tenders and targeted growth, my client has positioned themselves at the forefront of their market. This has created a requirement for Bid Writer/Manager who has specialist experience to join / lead the division. My client is already established on a number of frameworks and pride themselves in a high level of repeat business. The position is seeking someone with strong bid writing experience, able to work to deadlines. You will be able to demonstrate the capability to develop winning strategy for opportunities, have excellent communication skills and be to structure responses to highlight the strengths of the business. Proven ability to write and manage bids is essential, preferably in the social refurbishment market (although this is not a necessity). Individual: You will have an excellent track record as a Proposal/Bid Writer/ Manager and knowledge in the affordable housing sector. You will have experience of Bid Writing and be creating and implementing tender win strategies. You will be keen to develop as the company grows around you and take up a key role within this exciting business. If you have all of the above you will be suitably rewarded with a highly competitive basic salary and healthy benefits package. My client is recognised as a place to build a career and there are outstanding opportunities to progress for the right candidate. PLEASE NOTE You must be eligible to live and work in the UK to apply for this position