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APPLE TECHNICAL RECRUITMENT (UK) LIMITED
Construction Bid Writer
APPLE TECHNICAL RECRUITMENT (UK) LIMITED Norwich, Norfolk
Vacancy Summary Job Title: Bid Writer Job Type: Permanent Job Ref: Location: Norwich (Office on outskirts of city with parking) Salary: c 40k basic salary (DOE) plus competitive package including enhanced holiday allowance and pension. Company & Project: A privately owned Main Contractor who have a track record delivering New Build and Refurbishment projects between c 5m- 30m across Commercial, Higher Education, Healthcare, Blue Light, Education and Residential sectors are looking to recruit a Bid Writer to join their Pre Construction team. Our client has a busy order book already secured for 2027 and they are continuing to be strategic in targeting new business, offering a stable environment backed by decades of winning and delivering projects in the East. The Main Contractor is an innovative and growing business, offering a collaborative culture and genuine room for long-term career progression as the Pre-Construction division expands. They are recognised for their long term success delivering projects secured from both framework 2-stage tenders (regional and national frameworks) in addition to securing projects from single stage tenders in the local area. Duties & Responsibilities: The successful candidate will take responsibility for Bid Writing and supporting the work winning team, handling tenders generated from a range of single stage tenders and frameworks, projects typically worth 5m- 30m in single value. Formulate strategic bid plans, win themes, and client-tailored strategies prior to drafting responses. Research market trends, competitor landscapes, and relevant tender topics to inform win strategy. Draft, edit, and proofread bid responses to ensure high clarity, consistency, and value-focused messaging. Facilitate formal draft review stages throughout the tender lifecycle to refine submission quality. Ensure full compliance with client specifications, internal standards, and mandatory limits. Design and format bid documentation using desktop publishing tools in line with corporate branding. Embed health, safety, and operational governance standards into submission materials. Collaborate with estimators, planners, and design manager to gather accurate content without duplication. Work with commercial and operations teams to tailor personnel CVs and project case studies. Update central bid databases and reference libraries for future reuse. Analyse post-submission feedback to drive continuous improvement in response quality and win rates. Desirable Experience: 5 years+ experience as Bid Writer. Experience working on bids for construction companies would be advantageous. Good knowledge of construction management process and techniques. Previous roles: Bid Writer OR Assistant Bid Manager OR Senior Bid Writer OR Bid Coordinator OR Senior Bid Coordinator. Qualifications & Skills: Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Project packages. HNC, BTEC, A-Levels, or a comparable level of post-GCSE study / relevant qualification. Application Process: If you would like more information on this Bid Writer position or any other vacancy please email your current CV through to Jess Quinn; where it will be reviewed and you will be contacted within 48 hours if your CV is of interest. Services advertised by Apple Technical Recruitment are that of an Employment Agency/Business.
09/10/2026
Full time
Vacancy Summary Job Title: Bid Writer Job Type: Permanent Job Ref: Location: Norwich (Office on outskirts of city with parking) Salary: c 40k basic salary (DOE) plus competitive package including enhanced holiday allowance and pension. Company & Project: A privately owned Main Contractor who have a track record delivering New Build and Refurbishment projects between c 5m- 30m across Commercial, Higher Education, Healthcare, Blue Light, Education and Residential sectors are looking to recruit a Bid Writer to join their Pre Construction team. Our client has a busy order book already secured for 2027 and they are continuing to be strategic in targeting new business, offering a stable environment backed by decades of winning and delivering projects in the East. The Main Contractor is an innovative and growing business, offering a collaborative culture and genuine room for long-term career progression as the Pre-Construction division expands. They are recognised for their long term success delivering projects secured from both framework 2-stage tenders (regional and national frameworks) in addition to securing projects from single stage tenders in the local area. Duties & Responsibilities: The successful candidate will take responsibility for Bid Writing and supporting the work winning team, handling tenders generated from a range of single stage tenders and frameworks, projects typically worth 5m- 30m in single value. Formulate strategic bid plans, win themes, and client-tailored strategies prior to drafting responses. Research market trends, competitor landscapes, and relevant tender topics to inform win strategy. Draft, edit, and proofread bid responses to ensure high clarity, consistency, and value-focused messaging. Facilitate formal draft review stages throughout the tender lifecycle to refine submission quality. Ensure full compliance with client specifications, internal standards, and mandatory limits. Design and format bid documentation using desktop publishing tools in line with corporate branding. Embed health, safety, and operational governance standards into submission materials. Collaborate with estimators, planners, and design manager to gather accurate content without duplication. Work with commercial and operations teams to tailor personnel CVs and project case studies. Update central bid databases and reference libraries for future reuse. Analyse post-submission feedback to drive continuous improvement in response quality and win rates. Desirable Experience: 5 years+ experience as Bid Writer. Experience working on bids for construction companies would be advantageous. Good knowledge of construction management process and techniques. Previous roles: Bid Writer OR Assistant Bid Manager OR Senior Bid Writer OR Bid Coordinator OR Senior Bid Coordinator. Qualifications & Skills: Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Project packages. HNC, BTEC, A-Levels, or a comparable level of post-GCSE study / relevant qualification. Application Process: If you would like more information on this Bid Writer position or any other vacancy please email your current CV through to Jess Quinn; where it will be reviewed and you will be contacted within 48 hours if your CV is of interest. Services advertised by Apple Technical Recruitment are that of an Employment Agency/Business.
Westone Housing Ltd
Bid Writer - Public Sector & Social Housing
Westone Housing Ltd Peterborough, Cambridgeshire
Job Title: Bid Writer - Public Sector & Social Housing Location: Peterborough Salary: 30,000 - 40,000 per annum Job Type: Permanent, Full Time About Us: Westone Housing Ltd is a leading property refurbishment, maintenance and adaptation contractor based in Peterborough. Working across the Insurance, Commercial and Public Sector markets, we deliver high-quality repair, refurbishment and maintenance services through our directly employed workforce and approved contractor network. Our Public Sector Department partners with Local Authorities, Housing Associations and Registered Providers to improve homes and communities through the delivery of property adaptations, planned maintenance, repairs, refurbishment and compliance programmes. Due to continued growth and an increasing volume of tender opportunities, we are seeking an experienced and commercially focused Bid Writer to join our expanding team. About the Role: As a Bid Writer, you will play a key role in supporting the continued growth of Westone Housing Ltd by producing high-quality, compelling and compliant tender submissions across our Public Sector, Housing, Commercial and Insurance sectors. Working closely with operational managers, commercial teams, HR, finance and senior leadership, you will coordinate, write and manage bid submissions that demonstrate our technical expertise, social value commitments, customer-focused approach and proven delivery capability. Typical opportunities include: Responsive repairs and maintenance contracts Property adaptation programmes Planned maintenance frameworks Void property refurbishment contracts Damp, mould and disrepair programmes Decarbonisation and retrofit projects Compliance and building safety contracts Housing Association and Local Authority frameworks Commercial refurbishment and maintenance contracts Key Responsibilities and Duties: Lead the preparation and submission of SQs, PQQs, ITTs and framework applications. Write high-quality, persuasive and tailored tender responses. Manage multiple bid opportunities and submission deadlines simultaneously. Coordinate contributions from operational, commercial and support teams. Maintain and improve the company bid library and case studies. Support framework registrations and procurement portal management. Research clients, competitors and market opportunities. About you: Qualifications and Experience: Previous experience as a Bid Writer, Proposal Writer or Bid Coordinator. Experience producing successful tenders within construction, property services, social housing, facilities management or a related sector. Strong understanding of public sector procurement processes. Excellent written communication and proofreading skills. Benefits: Competitive salary. Performance-related bonus scheme. Hybrid working opportunities following probation. Pension scheme. 28 days annual leave including Bank Holidays. Career progression opportunities within a growing business. Please click on the APPLY button to send your CV and Cover Letter for this role. Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of; Bid Writer; Proposal Writer; Tender Specialist; Construction Bid Manager; Grants Writer; Business Development Writer; Contract Specialist; Bidding Coordinator; Construction Proposal Coordinator; Social Housing Bid Writer may all be considered.
08/10/2026
Full time
Job Title: Bid Writer - Public Sector & Social Housing Location: Peterborough Salary: 30,000 - 40,000 per annum Job Type: Permanent, Full Time About Us: Westone Housing Ltd is a leading property refurbishment, maintenance and adaptation contractor based in Peterborough. Working across the Insurance, Commercial and Public Sector markets, we deliver high-quality repair, refurbishment and maintenance services through our directly employed workforce and approved contractor network. Our Public Sector Department partners with Local Authorities, Housing Associations and Registered Providers to improve homes and communities through the delivery of property adaptations, planned maintenance, repairs, refurbishment and compliance programmes. Due to continued growth and an increasing volume of tender opportunities, we are seeking an experienced and commercially focused Bid Writer to join our expanding team. About the Role: As a Bid Writer, you will play a key role in supporting the continued growth of Westone Housing Ltd by producing high-quality, compelling and compliant tender submissions across our Public Sector, Housing, Commercial and Insurance sectors. Working closely with operational managers, commercial teams, HR, finance and senior leadership, you will coordinate, write and manage bid submissions that demonstrate our technical expertise, social value commitments, customer-focused approach and proven delivery capability. Typical opportunities include: Responsive repairs and maintenance contracts Property adaptation programmes Planned maintenance frameworks Void property refurbishment contracts Damp, mould and disrepair programmes Decarbonisation and retrofit projects Compliance and building safety contracts Housing Association and Local Authority frameworks Commercial refurbishment and maintenance contracts Key Responsibilities and Duties: Lead the preparation and submission of SQs, PQQs, ITTs and framework applications. Write high-quality, persuasive and tailored tender responses. Manage multiple bid opportunities and submission deadlines simultaneously. Coordinate contributions from operational, commercial and support teams. Maintain and improve the company bid library and case studies. Support framework registrations and procurement portal management. Research clients, competitors and market opportunities. About you: Qualifications and Experience: Previous experience as a Bid Writer, Proposal Writer or Bid Coordinator. Experience producing successful tenders within construction, property services, social housing, facilities management or a related sector. Strong understanding of public sector procurement processes. Excellent written communication and proofreading skills. Benefits: Competitive salary. Performance-related bonus scheme. Hybrid working opportunities following probation. Pension scheme. 28 days annual leave including Bank Holidays. Career progression opportunities within a growing business. Please click on the APPLY button to send your CV and Cover Letter for this role. Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of; Bid Writer; Proposal Writer; Tender Specialist; Construction Bid Manager; Grants Writer; Business Development Writer; Contract Specialist; Bidding Coordinator; Construction Proposal Coordinator; Social Housing Bid Writer may all be considered.
FutureBuild Recruitment
Bid Coordinator - Construction
FutureBuild Recruitment Woodford Green, Essex
An excellent opportunity has arisen for an organised and proactive Bid Coordinator to join a highly respected, family-owned main contractor based in North East London. Our client is an established refurbishment specialist with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality projects across a range of sectors. The business prides itself on its professional yet personable approach, long-standing client relationships and commitment to delivering projects to the highest standards. With a strong emphasis on repeat business, quality workmanship and building lasting relationships, the company has developed an excellent reputation within the industry. Despite its success, it retains the close-knit, supportive culture of a family-run business, offering employees a friendly and collaborative working environment where their contribution is genuinely valued. This is an excellent opportunity to become an integral part of a successful and well-regarded contractor, supporting its continued growth and business development activities. The Role The successful candidate will take responsibility for managing and coordinating the tendering process, ensuring submissions are completed accurately, professionally and within deadlines. The position is primarily focused on bid coordination rather than bid writing, although some writing experience would be advantageous. Key Responsibilities Manage and coordinate incoming tender opportunities from initial enquiry through to submission. Oversee tender documentation, ensuring all information, compliance requirements and checklists are completed accurately and on time. Upload and submit tender documentation through client procurement portals. Liaise with internal teams and external stakeholders to gather information required for submissions. Monitor tender deadlines, chase outstanding information and ensure submissions remain on programme. Prepare and update project case studies, company profiles and supporting bid documentation. Maintain and update the company website with relevant projects, news and company information. Track incoming enquiries, follow up on opportunities and maintain accurate tender records. Support the company's freelance Bid Writer with information gathering and coordination. Candidate Requirements Previous experience as a Bid Coordinator, Tender Coordinator or in a similar role within the construction industry is essential. Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tenders and competing deadlines. Experience using tender portals and managing bid submissions. Excellent attention to detail and strong written communication skills. Confident liaising with internal teams, clients and external stakeholders. Some bid writing, marketing or website content management experience would be advantageous but is not essential. The Ideal Candidate We are looking for a highly organised, proactive and detail-oriented individual who understands construction tendering processes and can take ownership of bid administration and coordination. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a stable, established and highly regarded construction business that combines the professionalism of a successful main contractor with the personal touch and supportive environment of a family-owned company. Please forward your CV for further details on this opportunity.
08/10/2026
Full time
An excellent opportunity has arisen for an organised and proactive Bid Coordinator to join a highly respected, family-owned main contractor based in North East London. Our client is an established refurbishment specialist with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality projects across a range of sectors. The business prides itself on its professional yet personable approach, long-standing client relationships and commitment to delivering projects to the highest standards. With a strong emphasis on repeat business, quality workmanship and building lasting relationships, the company has developed an excellent reputation within the industry. Despite its success, it retains the close-knit, supportive culture of a family-run business, offering employees a friendly and collaborative working environment where their contribution is genuinely valued. This is an excellent opportunity to become an integral part of a successful and well-regarded contractor, supporting its continued growth and business development activities. The Role The successful candidate will take responsibility for managing and coordinating the tendering process, ensuring submissions are completed accurately, professionally and within deadlines. The position is primarily focused on bid coordination rather than bid writing, although some writing experience would be advantageous. Key Responsibilities Manage and coordinate incoming tender opportunities from initial enquiry through to submission. Oversee tender documentation, ensuring all information, compliance requirements and checklists are completed accurately and on time. Upload and submit tender documentation through client procurement portals. Liaise with internal teams and external stakeholders to gather information required for submissions. Monitor tender deadlines, chase outstanding information and ensure submissions remain on programme. Prepare and update project case studies, company profiles and supporting bid documentation. Maintain and update the company website with relevant projects, news and company information. Track incoming enquiries, follow up on opportunities and maintain accurate tender records. Support the company's freelance Bid Writer with information gathering and coordination. Candidate Requirements Previous experience as a Bid Coordinator, Tender Coordinator or in a similar role within the construction industry is essential. Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tenders and competing deadlines. Experience using tender portals and managing bid submissions. Excellent attention to detail and strong written communication skills. Confident liaising with internal teams, clients and external stakeholders. Some bid writing, marketing or website content management experience would be advantageous but is not essential. The Ideal Candidate We are looking for a highly organised, proactive and detail-oriented individual who understands construction tendering processes and can take ownership of bid administration and coordination. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a stable, established and highly regarded construction business that combines the professionalism of a successful main contractor with the personal touch and supportive environment of a family-owned company. Please forward your CV for further details on this opportunity.
Project Partners
Senior Bid Manager
Project Partners
Senior Bid Manager Location : Apsley, Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire Type: Permanent, Full-Time, Mon-Fri, Hybrid (3 onsite, 2 WFH) Hours: 8am 5pm, 40hrs, 1hr lunch break Salary: £70k - £90k depending on candidate experience (+ car allowance) Role Purpose: The Senior Bid Manager will take full ownership of a varied portfolio of opportunities from qualification through submission, clarification and post tender review. The role will establish the bid plan, define responsibilities, manage dependencies and coordinate operational, technical, commercial and senior stakeholders against clear deadlines. Working within the companies lean pre-construction structure, the post holder will apply proportionate governance across major framework procurements and a high volume of smaller in-framework opportunities, maintain momentum across concurrent bids, resolve gaps and ensure every input, review and final output is complete, coherent, compliant and submission-ready. Role Responsibilities: Strategy/Planning: Take ownership from qualification onwards, agreeing the proportionate bid strategy, governance route and submission plan with the Head of Bid Management and opportunity leaders. Establish clear programmes, deliverables matrices, responsibilities, dependencies, review stages and decision points for each opportunity. Facilitate mobilisation, win-strategy and answer-planning workshops where appropriate, converting evaluation criteria and client requirements into practical response plans, evidence needs and stakeholder actions. Maintain senior oversight through disciplined progress reporting, early escalation of risks and clear recording of actions and decisions. Bid Management Writing: Lead and manage concurrent bids from qualification through submission, clarification and post tender review, remaining accountable for quality and timely delivery. Apply proportionate governance to a mixed portfolio, from major strategic framework procurements to fast-moving small and medium-sized in-framework opportunities. Set expectations, assign responsibilities, follow through on actions and challenge missed commitments so that inputs and decisions are secured to programme. Write, shape and edit high-quality responses from first principles, turning complex technical and commercial input into clear, persuasive, evaluator-focused narrative. For major frameworks, develop strategic, benefit-led qualitative responses that articulate the companies positioning, capability, governance and long-term value. For smaller in-framework opportunities, work at pace with operational and commercial teams to shape the proposed methodology, programme, resources, risk position and commercial strategy. Coordinate appropriate review stages and ensure all comments, gaps, contradictions and unsubstantiated commitments are resolved before submission. Edit contributions from bid writers and subject matter experts for consistency, accuracy, evidence, compliance and a single voice. Ensure every final submission is complete, coherent, compelling, professionally presented and delivered on time. Commercial and Technical Pre-Construction: Work as an integrated member of the pre-construction team, bridging bid, operational, technical and commercial inputs rather than acting only as a submission coordinator. Support operational teams to develop clear, credible and deliverable methodologies, using informed questioning to test sequencing, resources, logistics, interfaces, constraints and risk controls. Work with commercial colleagues to understand the pricing strategy, contractual requirements, assumptions, exclusions, risk allowances and value opportunities that shape the offer. Ensure the technical narrative, programme, resourcing, commercial position and client commitments remain consistent throughout the submission. Identify gaps, contradictions or unsubstantiated commitments and bring the right operational, technical or commercial specialists together to resolve them. Contribute to solution-development discussions and challenge proposals constructively, while recognising when specialist commercial or technical judgement is required from the subject matter experts (SMEs) Stakeholder Engagement: - Build productive relationships across operational, technical, commercial, engineering, planning, design, SHEQ, ESG, finance and support functions, including direct engagement with Directors and senior decisionmakers. - Use focused interviews and workshops to draw out credible methodologies, evidence and differentiators from subject matter experts. - Secure timely inputs, challenge missed commitments, resolve dependencies and escalate risks early while keeping stakeholders aligned to immovable deadlines. - Coordinate partners, suppliers and external specialists where required and coach contributors to improve the quality and timeliness of their input. Systems, content and continuous improvement - Support the development and upkeep of the company s bid library and knowledge hub. - Capture reusable content, case studies, CVs, project evidence and lessons learned following each submission. - Improve templates, controls and reporting tools and support appropriate digital and AI-enabled working practices. - Contribute to performance reviews, lessons learned and initiatives that improve bid efficiency and win rates. Candidate Knowledge & Skills required: - Experienced, hands-on bid professional with the judgement and resilience to manage several opportunities at different stages. - Excellent written and verbal communicator with strong bid-writing, editing and proofreading judgement. - Highly organised and comfortable taking personal ownership of submission quality, actions and deadlines. - Confident influencing senior and multidisciplinary stakeholders, challenging missed commitments and escalating risks early. - Commercially aware and technically curious, able to test assumptions and understand how programme, pricing, contractual obligations, risk and delivery methodology influence the bid. - Comfortable creating order from complex inputs and operating across functional boundaries in a lean pre-construction environment. - Able to recognise when specialist judgement is required and bring the right people together to resolve an issue. - Collaborative, persuasive and willing to coach writers and contributors to improve their output. - Calm under pressure and flexible around working hours during critical submission periods when necessary. Candidate Experience Required: - Proven experience managing and delivering bids for a main contractor. Direct UK water-sector bidding experience is a significant advantage; otherwise, relevant experience should come from civil engineering, infrastructure or electrical/MEICA contracting. - Strong experience controlling concurrent bids through clear programmes, deliverables matrices, action tracking, review schedules and disciplined progress reporting. - Experience working as part of a pre-construction team and helping operational, technical and commercial specialists develop credible methodologies covering sequencing, resources, logistics, interfaces, constraints and risk controls. - Demonstrable stakeholder-management and influencing experience, including securing inputs, challenging commitments, resolving dependencies and escalating risks under tight deadlines. Commercial awareness and a working understanding of how pricing strategy, programme, contractual obligations, assumptions, exclusions, risk and opportunity influence the proposed solution and written submission. - Strong experience writing responses from scratch, editing contributions and translating evaluation criteria and client requirements into compliant response strategies. - Experience leading both complex strategic or framework procurements and smaller, faster-paced project or in-framework opportunities. Candidate Qualifications: - High standard of written English, including persuasive writing, editing and proofreading. - Strong planning, organisation, stakeholder management and influencing skills. - Ability to interpret and connect commercial, technical and operational information without needing to be a qualified Quantity Surveyor or engineer. - Competence across Microsoft 365, particularly Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams and SharePoint. Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet immovable tender deadlines. - APMP accreditation or another relevant bid or project management qualification (desirable)
08/10/2026
Full time
Senior Bid Manager Location : Apsley, Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire Type: Permanent, Full-Time, Mon-Fri, Hybrid (3 onsite, 2 WFH) Hours: 8am 5pm, 40hrs, 1hr lunch break Salary: £70k - £90k depending on candidate experience (+ car allowance) Role Purpose: The Senior Bid Manager will take full ownership of a varied portfolio of opportunities from qualification through submission, clarification and post tender review. The role will establish the bid plan, define responsibilities, manage dependencies and coordinate operational, technical, commercial and senior stakeholders against clear deadlines. Working within the companies lean pre-construction structure, the post holder will apply proportionate governance across major framework procurements and a high volume of smaller in-framework opportunities, maintain momentum across concurrent bids, resolve gaps and ensure every input, review and final output is complete, coherent, compliant and submission-ready. Role Responsibilities: Strategy/Planning: Take ownership from qualification onwards, agreeing the proportionate bid strategy, governance route and submission plan with the Head of Bid Management and opportunity leaders. Establish clear programmes, deliverables matrices, responsibilities, dependencies, review stages and decision points for each opportunity. Facilitate mobilisation, win-strategy and answer-planning workshops where appropriate, converting evaluation criteria and client requirements into practical response plans, evidence needs and stakeholder actions. Maintain senior oversight through disciplined progress reporting, early escalation of risks and clear recording of actions and decisions. Bid Management Writing: Lead and manage concurrent bids from qualification through submission, clarification and post tender review, remaining accountable for quality and timely delivery. Apply proportionate governance to a mixed portfolio, from major strategic framework procurements to fast-moving small and medium-sized in-framework opportunities. Set expectations, assign responsibilities, follow through on actions and challenge missed commitments so that inputs and decisions are secured to programme. Write, shape and edit high-quality responses from first principles, turning complex technical and commercial input into clear, persuasive, evaluator-focused narrative. For major frameworks, develop strategic, benefit-led qualitative responses that articulate the companies positioning, capability, governance and long-term value. For smaller in-framework opportunities, work at pace with operational and commercial teams to shape the proposed methodology, programme, resources, risk position and commercial strategy. Coordinate appropriate review stages and ensure all comments, gaps, contradictions and unsubstantiated commitments are resolved before submission. Edit contributions from bid writers and subject matter experts for consistency, accuracy, evidence, compliance and a single voice. Ensure every final submission is complete, coherent, compelling, professionally presented and delivered on time. Commercial and Technical Pre-Construction: Work as an integrated member of the pre-construction team, bridging bid, operational, technical and commercial inputs rather than acting only as a submission coordinator. Support operational teams to develop clear, credible and deliverable methodologies, using informed questioning to test sequencing, resources, logistics, interfaces, constraints and risk controls. Work with commercial colleagues to understand the pricing strategy, contractual requirements, assumptions, exclusions, risk allowances and value opportunities that shape the offer. Ensure the technical narrative, programme, resourcing, commercial position and client commitments remain consistent throughout the submission. Identify gaps, contradictions or unsubstantiated commitments and bring the right operational, technical or commercial specialists together to resolve them. Contribute to solution-development discussions and challenge proposals constructively, while recognising when specialist commercial or technical judgement is required from the subject matter experts (SMEs) Stakeholder Engagement: - Build productive relationships across operational, technical, commercial, engineering, planning, design, SHEQ, ESG, finance and support functions, including direct engagement with Directors and senior decisionmakers. - Use focused interviews and workshops to draw out credible methodologies, evidence and differentiators from subject matter experts. - Secure timely inputs, challenge missed commitments, resolve dependencies and escalate risks early while keeping stakeholders aligned to immovable deadlines. - Coordinate partners, suppliers and external specialists where required and coach contributors to improve the quality and timeliness of their input. Systems, content and continuous improvement - Support the development and upkeep of the company s bid library and knowledge hub. - Capture reusable content, case studies, CVs, project evidence and lessons learned following each submission. - Improve templates, controls and reporting tools and support appropriate digital and AI-enabled working practices. - Contribute to performance reviews, lessons learned and initiatives that improve bid efficiency and win rates. Candidate Knowledge & Skills required: - Experienced, hands-on bid professional with the judgement and resilience to manage several opportunities at different stages. - Excellent written and verbal communicator with strong bid-writing, editing and proofreading judgement. - Highly organised and comfortable taking personal ownership of submission quality, actions and deadlines. - Confident influencing senior and multidisciplinary stakeholders, challenging missed commitments and escalating risks early. - Commercially aware and technically curious, able to test assumptions and understand how programme, pricing, contractual obligations, risk and delivery methodology influence the bid. - Comfortable creating order from complex inputs and operating across functional boundaries in a lean pre-construction environment. - Able to recognise when specialist judgement is required and bring the right people together to resolve an issue. - Collaborative, persuasive and willing to coach writers and contributors to improve their output. - Calm under pressure and flexible around working hours during critical submission periods when necessary. Candidate Experience Required: - Proven experience managing and delivering bids for a main contractor. Direct UK water-sector bidding experience is a significant advantage; otherwise, relevant experience should come from civil engineering, infrastructure or electrical/MEICA contracting. - Strong experience controlling concurrent bids through clear programmes, deliverables matrices, action tracking, review schedules and disciplined progress reporting. - Experience working as part of a pre-construction team and helping operational, technical and commercial specialists develop credible methodologies covering sequencing, resources, logistics, interfaces, constraints and risk controls. - Demonstrable stakeholder-management and influencing experience, including securing inputs, challenging commitments, resolving dependencies and escalating risks under tight deadlines. Commercial awareness and a working understanding of how pricing strategy, programme, contractual obligations, assumptions, exclusions, risk and opportunity influence the proposed solution and written submission. - Strong experience writing responses from scratch, editing contributions and translating evaluation criteria and client requirements into compliant response strategies. - Experience leading both complex strategic or framework procurements and smaller, faster-paced project or in-framework opportunities. Candidate Qualifications: - High standard of written English, including persuasive writing, editing and proofreading. - Strong planning, organisation, stakeholder management and influencing skills. - Ability to interpret and connect commercial, technical and operational information without needing to be a qualified Quantity Surveyor or engineer. - Competence across Microsoft 365, particularly Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams and SharePoint. Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet immovable tender deadlines. - APMP accreditation or another relevant bid or project management qualification (desirable)
Daniel Owen Ltd
Bid Writer
Daniel Owen Ltd Fetcham, Surrey
Bid Writer Location: Leatherhead, Surrey Salary: 41,223 per annum Contract: Permanent Working Pattern: Hybrid Sector: Social Housing About the Role We are looking for an experienced and talented Bid Writer to join our team in Leatherhead on a permanent, hybrid basis. This is an exciting opportunity for a strong communicator with a passion for producing high-quality, persuasive bid submissions. You will play a key role in supporting business growth by developing compelling tender responses that demonstrate our expertise, understanding of client requirements and ability to deliver excellent services. You will work closely with operational teams, subject matter experts and senior stakeholders to produce high-quality submissions across the social housing sector. Key Responsibilities Lead and coordinate the development of high-quality bid and tender submissions. Write clear, compelling and customer-focused responses to ITTs, PQQs, RFQs and other procurement documentation. Review tender requirements and ensure all submissions are fully compliant with evaluation criteria. Work with subject matter experts to gather information and develop strong, evidence-based responses. Research clients, contracts, markets and competitors to strengthen submissions. Develop effective win themes and ensure responses clearly demonstrate our value proposition. Coordinate bid content, deadlines, reviews and approvals across multiple stakeholders. Proofread and edit submissions to ensure accuracy, consistency and a high standard of presentation. You will ideally have: Previous experience as a Bid Writer, Tender Writer or Bid Coordinator . Experience within social housing, housing management, property services, facilities management or the public sector is highly desirable. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Experience responding to public sector or regulated procurement opportunities. Strong attention to detail and the ability to work accurately to tight deadlines. Excellent organisational and project management skills. The ability to extract information from subject matter experts and turn it into compelling bid content. A good understanding of procurement and tendering processes. A commercial mindset and understanding of what makes a successful bid. The ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a wider team.
07/10/2026
Full time
Bid Writer Location: Leatherhead, Surrey Salary: 41,223 per annum Contract: Permanent Working Pattern: Hybrid Sector: Social Housing About the Role We are looking for an experienced and talented Bid Writer to join our team in Leatherhead on a permanent, hybrid basis. This is an exciting opportunity for a strong communicator with a passion for producing high-quality, persuasive bid submissions. You will play a key role in supporting business growth by developing compelling tender responses that demonstrate our expertise, understanding of client requirements and ability to deliver excellent services. You will work closely with operational teams, subject matter experts and senior stakeholders to produce high-quality submissions across the social housing sector. Key Responsibilities Lead and coordinate the development of high-quality bid and tender submissions. Write clear, compelling and customer-focused responses to ITTs, PQQs, RFQs and other procurement documentation. Review tender requirements and ensure all submissions are fully compliant with evaluation criteria. Work with subject matter experts to gather information and develop strong, evidence-based responses. Research clients, contracts, markets and competitors to strengthen submissions. Develop effective win themes and ensure responses clearly demonstrate our value proposition. Coordinate bid content, deadlines, reviews and approvals across multiple stakeholders. Proofread and edit submissions to ensure accuracy, consistency and a high standard of presentation. You will ideally have: Previous experience as a Bid Writer, Tender Writer or Bid Coordinator . Experience within social housing, housing management, property services, facilities management or the public sector is highly desirable. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Experience responding to public sector or regulated procurement opportunities. Strong attention to detail and the ability to work accurately to tight deadlines. Excellent organisational and project management skills. The ability to extract information from subject matter experts and turn it into compelling bid content. A good understanding of procurement and tendering processes. A commercial mindset and understanding of what makes a successful bid. The ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a wider team.
APPLE TECHNICAL RECRUITMENT (UK) LIMITED
Bid Writer
APPLE TECHNICAL RECRUITMENT (UK) LIMITED Hertford, Hertfordshire
Vacancy Summary Job Title: Bid Writer Job Type: Permanent Job Ref: Location: Hertfordshire Start Date: ASAP Salary: c 50k basic plus competitive package Company & Project: A highly successful Main Contractor with an excellent reputation delivering projects across the Commercial, Education, Healthcare, Leisure, and Residential sectors iare looking for a compelling and effective Bid Writer to join their Pre-Construction team in Hertfordshire. Backed by a robust, well-secured order book, our client continues to target high-value new business and is expanding their pre-construction capacity to support ongoing growth. Duties & Responsibilities: Write persuasive, high-quality responses for PQQs, tenders, and proposals. Assist business development with scheme research, pipeline tracking, and event management. Facilitate workshops to develop winning strategies and establish and align cohesive win themes across all submission documents. Share best practices and innovative ideas to improve submission standards. Consult with the wider project team to capture and develop technical inputs and to prepare bespoke CVs and project profiles. Attend site visits to inform the technical delivery and bid strategy. Review and edit team contributions for consistency, style, and logic. Manage internal milestones to ensure documents are ready for external review. Prepare teams for mid-tender interviews and post-tender presentations. Incorporate feedback and refinements into final documentation. Ensure all submissions satisfy mandatory requirements and timeframes. Maintain a database of model answers, case studies, and feedback. Desirable Experience: 5 years+ experience as Bid Writer for a Main Contractor or Sub-Contractor or Consultancy. Good knowledge of construction management process and techniques. Previous roles: Bid Writer OR Assistant Bid Manager OR Senior Bid Writer OR Bid Coordinator OR Senior Bid Coordinator. Qualifications & Skills: Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Project packages. Degree qualified or HNC or comparable qualification. Application Process: If you would like more information on this Bid Writer position or any other vacancy please email your current CV through to Jess Quinn; where it will be reviewed and you will be contacted within 48 hours if your CV is of interest. Services advertised by Apple Technical Recruitment are that of an Employment Agency/Business.
25/09/2026
Full time
Vacancy Summary Job Title: Bid Writer Job Type: Permanent Job Ref: Location: Hertfordshire Start Date: ASAP Salary: c 50k basic plus competitive package Company & Project: A highly successful Main Contractor with an excellent reputation delivering projects across the Commercial, Education, Healthcare, Leisure, and Residential sectors iare looking for a compelling and effective Bid Writer to join their Pre-Construction team in Hertfordshire. Backed by a robust, well-secured order book, our client continues to target high-value new business and is expanding their pre-construction capacity to support ongoing growth. Duties & Responsibilities: Write persuasive, high-quality responses for PQQs, tenders, and proposals. Assist business development with scheme research, pipeline tracking, and event management. Facilitate workshops to develop winning strategies and establish and align cohesive win themes across all submission documents. Share best practices and innovative ideas to improve submission standards. Consult with the wider project team to capture and develop technical inputs and to prepare bespoke CVs and project profiles. Attend site visits to inform the technical delivery and bid strategy. Review and edit team contributions for consistency, style, and logic. Manage internal milestones to ensure documents are ready for external review. Prepare teams for mid-tender interviews and post-tender presentations. Incorporate feedback and refinements into final documentation. Ensure all submissions satisfy mandatory requirements and timeframes. Maintain a database of model answers, case studies, and feedback. Desirable Experience: 5 years+ experience as Bid Writer for a Main Contractor or Sub-Contractor or Consultancy. Good knowledge of construction management process and techniques. Previous roles: Bid Writer OR Assistant Bid Manager OR Senior Bid Writer OR Bid Coordinator OR Senior Bid Coordinator. Qualifications & Skills: Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Project packages. Degree qualified or HNC or comparable qualification. Application Process: If you would like more information on this Bid Writer position or any other vacancy please email your current CV through to Jess Quinn; where it will be reviewed and you will be contacted within 48 hours if your CV is of interest. Services advertised by Apple Technical Recruitment are that of an Employment Agency/Business.
Nicholas Associates
Proposals Manager
Nicholas Associates Corby, Northamptonshire
As a successful and established reinforced concrete frame and civil engineering contractor, my client has built a reputation for delivering complex, high-quality projects across the UK. With a strong track record in structural frames, groundworks and civil engineering, they are entering an exciting phase of growth and diversification. We are seeking an experienced and highly organised Proposals Manager to join our Bid team to support our strategic expansion. They are increasing our presence within the Infrastructure, Power, Data Centre and Defence sectors, creating new opportunities to work on some of the UK's most significant and technically challenging projects. The Proposals Manager will play a pivotal role in coordinating, managing and delivering high-quality bid submissions that support the company's growth ambitions. Working closely with Bid Leads, operational teams and subject matter experts, you will ensure that every submission is compelling, compliant and aligned with our strategic objectives. You will be responsible for managing the end-to-end proposal process, from initial opportunity assessment through to final submission, helping to secure work across our expanding portfolio of sectors. Key Responsibilities Work with Bid Leads to coordinate the bid process and submission programme, ensuring compliance with all client requirements and deadlines. Track bid activities, milestones and deliverables to ensure the timely production of high-quality proposal documents for electronic submission or print. Coordinate the development of executive summaries, presentations and supporting submission materials. Collaborate with subject matter experts to develop, write and edit compelling, well-structured responses that address client requirements, demonstrate value and articulate clear win themes. Ensure all narrative content is completed and reviewed in accordance with internal governance procedures and external submission deadlines. Work closely with writers, designers and technical contributors to ensure documents are visually engaging, professionally presented and aligned with company branding. Coordinate with graphic designers to implement design templates and develop impactful graphics that strengthen proposal responses. Manage all bid-related documentation throughout the tender lifecycle, including organising meetings, workshops and review sessions. Administer client portals and procurement systems, including uploading tender queries, managing clarifications and distributing amendments and responses. Collate and prepare PQQ, SQ and tender submission information, including case studies, CVs, project profiles and supporting evidence. Conduct research across a range of internal and external sources to support proposal development and continuously improve submission quality. Maintain and develop the company's bid and business development reference library. Manage formatting, collation and submission of tender documents, including electronic uploads and printed submissions where required. Liaise with external suppliers, including photographers, animators, designers and print agencies. Capture lessons learned and best practice from completed submissions, driving continuous improvement across the bid function. Share knowledge across the business and contribute to the development of winning bid strategies. About You We are looking for an ambitious and detail-oriented proposals professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys working collaboratively across multiple disciplines. Essential Requirements Proven experience in a Proposals Manager, Bid Manager, Bid Coordinator or similar role. Experience managing complex PQQ, SQ and tender submissions within construction, civil engineering, infrastructure or related sectors. Excellent writing, editing and proofreading skills. Strong project management and organisational abilities with the capacity to manage multiple deadlines simultaneously. Experience coordinating contributions from technical, operational and commercial teams. Strong stakeholder management and communication skills. High attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office applications. Desirable Experience within reinforced concrete frames, civil engineering, infrastructure, power, defence or data centre sectors. Knowledge of public sector procurement processes and frameworks. Experience with tender portals and bid management software. Understanding of graphic design principles and document production. Why Join Us? Be part of a successful and growing business with ambitious expansion plans. Contribute to landmark projects across infrastructure, power, data centres and defence. Work alongside experienced industry professionals in a collaborative environment. Enjoy genuine opportunities for career progression and professional development. Competitive salary, benefits package and flexible working arrangements. If you are a motivated proposals professional looking to make a significant impact within a dynamic and growing contractor, we would welcome your application. 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.
15/09/2026
Full time
As a successful and established reinforced concrete frame and civil engineering contractor, my client has built a reputation for delivering complex, high-quality projects across the UK. With a strong track record in structural frames, groundworks and civil engineering, they are entering an exciting phase of growth and diversification. We are seeking an experienced and highly organised Proposals Manager to join our Bid team to support our strategic expansion. They are increasing our presence within the Infrastructure, Power, Data Centre and Defence sectors, creating new opportunities to work on some of the UK's most significant and technically challenging projects. The Proposals Manager will play a pivotal role in coordinating, managing and delivering high-quality bid submissions that support the company's growth ambitions. Working closely with Bid Leads, operational teams and subject matter experts, you will ensure that every submission is compelling, compliant and aligned with our strategic objectives. You will be responsible for managing the end-to-end proposal process, from initial opportunity assessment through to final submission, helping to secure work across our expanding portfolio of sectors. Key Responsibilities Work with Bid Leads to coordinate the bid process and submission programme, ensuring compliance with all client requirements and deadlines. Track bid activities, milestones and deliverables to ensure the timely production of high-quality proposal documents for electronic submission or print. Coordinate the development of executive summaries, presentations and supporting submission materials. Collaborate with subject matter experts to develop, write and edit compelling, well-structured responses that address client requirements, demonstrate value and articulate clear win themes. Ensure all narrative content is completed and reviewed in accordance with internal governance procedures and external submission deadlines. Work closely with writers, designers and technical contributors to ensure documents are visually engaging, professionally presented and aligned with company branding. Coordinate with graphic designers to implement design templates and develop impactful graphics that strengthen proposal responses. Manage all bid-related documentation throughout the tender lifecycle, including organising meetings, workshops and review sessions. Administer client portals and procurement systems, including uploading tender queries, managing clarifications and distributing amendments and responses. Collate and prepare PQQ, SQ and tender submission information, including case studies, CVs, project profiles and supporting evidence. Conduct research across a range of internal and external sources to support proposal development and continuously improve submission quality. Maintain and develop the company's bid and business development reference library. Manage formatting, collation and submission of tender documents, including electronic uploads and printed submissions where required. Liaise with external suppliers, including photographers, animators, designers and print agencies. Capture lessons learned and best practice from completed submissions, driving continuous improvement across the bid function. Share knowledge across the business and contribute to the development of winning bid strategies. About You We are looking for an ambitious and detail-oriented proposals professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys working collaboratively across multiple disciplines. Essential Requirements Proven experience in a Proposals Manager, Bid Manager, Bid Coordinator or similar role. Experience managing complex PQQ, SQ and tender submissions within construction, civil engineering, infrastructure or related sectors. Excellent writing, editing and proofreading skills. Strong project management and organisational abilities with the capacity to manage multiple deadlines simultaneously. Experience coordinating contributions from technical, operational and commercial teams. Strong stakeholder management and communication skills. High attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office applications. Desirable Experience within reinforced concrete frames, civil engineering, infrastructure, power, defence or data centre sectors. Knowledge of public sector procurement processes and frameworks. Experience with tender portals and bid management software. Understanding of graphic design principles and document production. Why Join Us? Be part of a successful and growing business with ambitious expansion plans. Contribute to landmark projects across infrastructure, power, data centres and defence. Work alongside experienced industry professionals in a collaborative environment. Enjoy genuine opportunities for career progression and professional development. Competitive salary, benefits package and flexible working arrangements. If you are a motivated proposals professional looking to make a significant impact within a dynamic and growing contractor, we would welcome your application. 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.
First Military Recruitment Ltd
Senior Bid Writer
First Military Recruitment Ltd City, Swindon
MB967: Senior Bid Writer Location: Swindon Salary: £50,000 - £55,000 + £5,750 Car Allowance Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week Additional Company Benefits: Exceptional Career Development Opportunities, Company Car/Car Allowance (Depending on job grade), Pension matched up to 8%, 25 days annual leave plus holiday (opportunity to buy/sell leave will be implemented from January 2026), Private medical insurance, Free 24/7 EAP Overview: First Military Recruitment is proudly working in partnership with a fantastic national construction business who are looking to recruit a Senior Bid Writer on a permanent basis due to growth based at their Swindon depot. Duties and Responsibilities: Produce written responses for PQQs and Tenders including; unique responses, references, case studies, CVs (in liaison with Bid Coordinators) and project experience. Support the Head of Bid Management, Business Development Managers and Bid Managers in the production of PQQ and Tender responses, and associated elements. Ensure compliance with the Work Winning processes and procedures to manage submissions and bid-related information. Support briefings, kick-off meetings and progress meetings. Ensure all tender documentation is presented to a uniformly high standard, editing and proofreading submission documents, as well as (when required) coordinating and supporting in the production and finalisation of documents. Support the facilitation of storyboarding sessions with subject matter experts, taking ownership to completion. Prepare graphics such as flow charts, diagrams and organisation charts as required to support high standard submissions. Support contributors with content development and responses by assessing whether the questions are being answered (first drafts and red review process) in liaison with Bid Managers and Coordinators. Provide feedback to the Head of Bid Management, Bid Managers and Bid Coordinators of progress with responses. Contribute to the final publication, supporting the timely submission to the client. Maintain the Document Management System ensuring a complete record of the submission is maintained for future review or scrutiny. Identify and re-work existing pre-written content where relevant. Assist with Knowledge Management. Work to deadlines in a highly pressured environment. Skills and Experience: Proven experience in bid writing, proposal management, marketing communications, technical writing, or a similar work-winning environment. Proven experience of managing a team. Outstanding written communication skills with the ability to translate complex technical information into clear, engaging, and persuasive content. Strong understanding of tendering, procurement processes, and best-practice bid methodologies. Excellent attention to detail, editing, proofreading, and document quality assurance capabilities. Skilled in stakeholder engagement, with the confidence to challenge, influence, and collaborate effectively at all levels. Experience facilitating workshops, interviews, and content-gathering sessions with subject matter experts. Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and capable of producing professional, visually engaging submission documents. Highly organised, resilient, and capable of managing multiple deadlines within a demanding commercial environment. A proactive, solutions-focused mindset with a commitment to continuous improvement and delivering winning outcomes. MB967: Senior Bid Writer Location: Swindon Salary: £50,000 - £55,000 + £5,750 Car Allowance Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week Additional Company Benefits: Exceptional Career Development Opportunities, Company Car/Car Allowance (Depending on job grade), Pension matched up to 8%, 25 days annual leave plus holiday (opportunity to buy/sell leave will be implemented from January 2026), Private medical insurance, Free 24/7 EAP
14/09/2026
Full time
MB967: Senior Bid Writer Location: Swindon Salary: £50,000 - £55,000 + £5,750 Car Allowance Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week Additional Company Benefits: Exceptional Career Development Opportunities, Company Car/Car Allowance (Depending on job grade), Pension matched up to 8%, 25 days annual leave plus holiday (opportunity to buy/sell leave will be implemented from January 2026), Private medical insurance, Free 24/7 EAP Overview: First Military Recruitment is proudly working in partnership with a fantastic national construction business who are looking to recruit a Senior Bid Writer on a permanent basis due to growth based at their Swindon depot. Duties and Responsibilities: Produce written responses for PQQs and Tenders including; unique responses, references, case studies, CVs (in liaison with Bid Coordinators) and project experience. Support the Head of Bid Management, Business Development Managers and Bid Managers in the production of PQQ and Tender responses, and associated elements. Ensure compliance with the Work Winning processes and procedures to manage submissions and bid-related information. Support briefings, kick-off meetings and progress meetings. Ensure all tender documentation is presented to a uniformly high standard, editing and proofreading submission documents, as well as (when required) coordinating and supporting in the production and finalisation of documents. Support the facilitation of storyboarding sessions with subject matter experts, taking ownership to completion. Prepare graphics such as flow charts, diagrams and organisation charts as required to support high standard submissions. Support contributors with content development and responses by assessing whether the questions are being answered (first drafts and red review process) in liaison with Bid Managers and Coordinators. Provide feedback to the Head of Bid Management, Bid Managers and Bid Coordinators of progress with responses. Contribute to the final publication, supporting the timely submission to the client. Maintain the Document Management System ensuring a complete record of the submission is maintained for future review or scrutiny. Identify and re-work existing pre-written content where relevant. Assist with Knowledge Management. Work to deadlines in a highly pressured environment. Skills and Experience: Proven experience in bid writing, proposal management, marketing communications, technical writing, or a similar work-winning environment. Proven experience of managing a team. Outstanding written communication skills with the ability to translate complex technical information into clear, engaging, and persuasive content. Strong understanding of tendering, procurement processes, and best-practice bid methodologies. Excellent attention to detail, editing, proofreading, and document quality assurance capabilities. Skilled in stakeholder engagement, with the confidence to challenge, influence, and collaborate effectively at all levels. Experience facilitating workshops, interviews, and content-gathering sessions with subject matter experts. Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and capable of producing professional, visually engaging submission documents. Highly organised, resilient, and capable of managing multiple deadlines within a demanding commercial environment. A proactive, solutions-focused mindset with a commitment to continuous improvement and delivering winning outcomes. MB967: Senior Bid Writer Location: Swindon Salary: £50,000 - £55,000 + £5,750 Car Allowance Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week Additional Company Benefits: Exceptional Career Development Opportunities, Company Car/Car Allowance (Depending on job grade), Pension matched up to 8%, 25 days annual leave plus holiday (opportunity to buy/sell leave will be implemented from January 2026), Private medical insurance, Free 24/7 EAP
First Military Recruitment Ltd
Bid Writer
First Military Recruitment Ltd City, Swindon
MB965: Bid Writer Location: Swindon Salary: £42,000 Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week Additional Company Benefits: Exceptional Career Development Opportunities, Company Car/Car Allowance (Depending on job grade), Pension matched up to 8%, 25 days annual leave plus holiday (opportunity to buy/sell leave will be implemented from January 2026), Private medical insurance, Free 24/7 EAP Overview: First Military Recruitment is proudly working in partnership with a fantastic national construction business who are looking to recruit a Bid Writer on a permanent basis due to growth based at their Swindon depot. Duties and Responsibilities: Produce written responses for PQQs and Tenders including; unique responses, references, case studies, CVs (in liaison with Bid Coordinators) and project experience. Support the Head of Bid Management, Business Development Managers and Bid Managers in the production of PQQ and Tender responses, and associated elements. Ensure compliance with the Work Winning processes and procedures to manage submissions and bid-related information. Support briefings, kick-off meetings and progress meetings. Ensure all tender documentation is presented to a uniformly high standard, editing and proofreading submission documents, as well as (when required) coordinating and supporting in the production and finalisation of documents. Support the facilitation of storyboarding sessions with subject matter experts, taking ownership to completion. Prepare graphics such as flow charts, diagrams and organisation charts as required to support high standard submissions. Support contributors with content development and responses by assessing whether the questions are being answered (first drafts and red review process) in liaison with Bid Managers and Coordinators. Provide feedback to the Head of Bid Management, Bid Managers and Bid Coordinators of progress with responses. Contribute to the final publication, supporting the timely submission to the client. Maintain the Document Management System ensuring a complete record of the submission is maintained for future review or scrutiny. Identify and re-work existing pre-written content where relevant. Assist with Knowledge Management. Work to deadlines in a highly pressured environment. Skills and Experience: Proven experience in bid writing, proposal management, marketing communications, technical writing, or a similar work-winning environment. Outstanding written communication skills with the ability to translate complex technical information into clear, engaging, and persuasive content. Strong understanding of tendering, procurement processes, and best-practice bid methodologies. Excellent attention to detail, editing, proofreading, and document quality assurance capabilities. Skilled in stakeholder engagement, with the confidence to challenge, influence, and collaborate effectively at all levels. Experience facilitating workshops, interviews, and content-gathering sessions with subject matter experts. Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and capable of producing professional, visually engaging submission documents. Highly organised, resilient, and capable of managing multiple deadlines within a demanding commercial environment. A proactive, solutions-focused mindset with a commitment to continuous improvement and delivering winning outcomes MB965: Bid Writer Location: Swindon Salary: £42,000 Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week Additional Company Benefits: Exceptional Career Development Opportunities, Company Car/Car Allowance (Depending on job grade), Pension matched up to 8%, 25 days annual leave plus holiday (opportunity to buy/sell leave will be implemented from January 2026), Private medical insurance, Free 24/7 EAP
14/09/2026
Full time
MB965: Bid Writer Location: Swindon Salary: £42,000 Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week Additional Company Benefits: Exceptional Career Development Opportunities, Company Car/Car Allowance (Depending on job grade), Pension matched up to 8%, 25 days annual leave plus holiday (opportunity to buy/sell leave will be implemented from January 2026), Private medical insurance, Free 24/7 EAP Overview: First Military Recruitment is proudly working in partnership with a fantastic national construction business who are looking to recruit a Bid Writer on a permanent basis due to growth based at their Swindon depot. Duties and Responsibilities: Produce written responses for PQQs and Tenders including; unique responses, references, case studies, CVs (in liaison with Bid Coordinators) and project experience. Support the Head of Bid Management, Business Development Managers and Bid Managers in the production of PQQ and Tender responses, and associated elements. Ensure compliance with the Work Winning processes and procedures to manage submissions and bid-related information. Support briefings, kick-off meetings and progress meetings. Ensure all tender documentation is presented to a uniformly high standard, editing and proofreading submission documents, as well as (when required) coordinating and supporting in the production and finalisation of documents. Support the facilitation of storyboarding sessions with subject matter experts, taking ownership to completion. Prepare graphics such as flow charts, diagrams and organisation charts as required to support high standard submissions. Support contributors with content development and responses by assessing whether the questions are being answered (first drafts and red review process) in liaison with Bid Managers and Coordinators. Provide feedback to the Head of Bid Management, Bid Managers and Bid Coordinators of progress with responses. Contribute to the final publication, supporting the timely submission to the client. Maintain the Document Management System ensuring a complete record of the submission is maintained for future review or scrutiny. Identify and re-work existing pre-written content where relevant. Assist with Knowledge Management. Work to deadlines in a highly pressured environment. Skills and Experience: Proven experience in bid writing, proposal management, marketing communications, technical writing, or a similar work-winning environment. Outstanding written communication skills with the ability to translate complex technical information into clear, engaging, and persuasive content. Strong understanding of tendering, procurement processes, and best-practice bid methodologies. Excellent attention to detail, editing, proofreading, and document quality assurance capabilities. Skilled in stakeholder engagement, with the confidence to challenge, influence, and collaborate effectively at all levels. Experience facilitating workshops, interviews, and content-gathering sessions with subject matter experts. Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and capable of producing professional, visually engaging submission documents. Highly organised, resilient, and capable of managing multiple deadlines within a demanding commercial environment. A proactive, solutions-focused mindset with a commitment to continuous improvement and delivering winning outcomes MB965: Bid Writer Location: Swindon Salary: £42,000 Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week Additional Company Benefits: Exceptional Career Development Opportunities, Company Car/Car Allowance (Depending on job grade), Pension matched up to 8%, 25 days annual leave plus holiday (opportunity to buy/sell leave will be implemented from January 2026), Private medical insurance, Free 24/7 EAP

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