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Bid Manager Exciting new opportunity to work with a huge tier 1 main contractor in Central London! About the role of Bid Manager Our client is a Tier 1 contractor that works within many sectors such as cut & carve, New Build , Education, Health & residential and more. They have an outstanding 1 billion+ turnover with a new frameworks division. The new frameworks division have won an 8 year framework with projects such as DFE , Healthcare & defence with a value from 15 mill up to 100 mill+. Our client is looking for someone who has previously worked in a Bid /Proposals role with experience working for a main contractor in built environment. They are also looking for someone with the 'can do' culture that is hard working, resilient and pro-active. They will be reporting to the Head of Bids which has lots of experience. This role will play a critical role in the pre-con and commercial teams. Responsibilities for Bid Manager Writing and editing tender content ,creating clear and compelling responses for PQQs. Help win Multi-million pound projects as every bid you work on could secure a major new hospital or residential scheme etc. Working with senior leaders such as directors ,estimators, project managers & design teams. Will be working in a high- energy and fast paced environment.# Will be working on a variety of projects as the role doesn't specify on one Requirements for Bid Manager Must have worked under either or a Bid/Proposals Coordinator , Bid/Proposals Writer, Bid /Proposals manager role Experience working on a main contractor built environment Experience with Tier1 or larger Tier2 contractors Must have a construction related degree What we offer for Bid Manager Negotiable salary Travel /car allowance Bonus scheme Hybrid working Private healthcare/dental Life insurance Further qualifications/courses Enhanced maternity/paternity etc. Socials Yearly pay reviews 26 days AL+BH+Purchase scheme If you want to hear more about this Bid Manager role please apply with an up-to-date copy of your CV or contact Arabella Thorne in our London Office on (phone number removed).

London 40,000 - 60,000 + Bonus + Benefits Looking to Take the Next Step in Your Career? An established fit-out and refurbishment contractor is seeking an ambitious and commercially minded Contract Manager to join its growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual looking to broaden their experience across both pre-construction and project delivery. We're open to candidates from either a pre-contract or post-contract background, provided they have the right attitude, commercial mindset and desire to develop. This role would suit an Intermediate Quantity Surveyor, Intermediate Estimator or Intermediate Pre-Construction Manager looking to gain wider project exposure and progress into a commercially focused Contract Management position. The Role Working closely with senior management, you will be responsible for supporting the commercial management of projects from tender stage through to completion and final account. Projects include: Cat A Office Fit-Out Cat B Office Fit-Out Commercial Refurbishment Workplace Interiors Design & Build Projects Project values typically range from 100k to 5m+. Key Responsibilities Pre-Contract Reviewing tender enquiries, drawings and specifications Preparing estimates, cost plans and budgets Obtaining and analysing subcontractor quotations Supporting procurement activities Assisting with tender submissions and bid strategies Identifying value engineering opportunities Attending client and pre-construction meetings Post-Contract Managing project costs and commercial performance Procuring subcontractors and specialist packages Monitoring budgets, forecasts and cash flow Managing variations and change control Assisting with valuations and final accounts Working closely with operational teams throughout delivery Building relationships with clients, consultants and subcontractors Ensuring projects are delivered profitably and efficiently Candidate Requirements We're flexible on background and are keen to speak with candidates from either a pre-contract or post-contract discipline. Current job titles may include: Intermediate Quantity Surveyor Quantity Surveyor Intermediate Estimator Estimator Intermediate Pre-Construction Manager Pre-Construction Manager Commercial Coordinator Assistant Commercial Manager Assistant Project Manager Ideal Experience Experience in one or more of the following areas: Estimating Cost Planning Tendering Procurement Pre-Construction Quantity Surveying Commercial Management Variations Valuations Cost Reporting Final Accounts Exposure to both pre and post-contract activities would be advantageous, but is not essential. The Person The successful candidate will be: Ambitious and career-driven Hungry to progress and develop Commercially aware Positive and proactive Well organised with strong attention to detail Comfortable communicating with clients and subcontractors Keen to broaden their experience across all aspects of project delivery Most importantly, we're looking for someone with the right attitude. This role offers genuine long-term progression for an individual who wants to take ownership, learn from experienced professionals and build a successful career within the fit-out and refurbishment sector. Package 40,000 - 60,000 Basic Salary Performance Bonus Pension Career Development & Mentoring Long-Term Progression Opportunities Exposure to Both Pre and Post-Contract Management Diverse Portfolio of Commercial Fit-Out & Refurbishment Projects This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious QS, Estimator or Pre-Construction professional looking to take the next step into a broader, commercially focused role with genuine progression potential. Eden Brown is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

An award winning Kent main contractor (Inc. Best use of BIM) is looking to develop its team by recruiting a Design Manager (could be a Design Coordinator looking to step up) who is looking to develop their career. Key responsibilities for our Design Manager: Preconstruction You will be a part of the bid team supporting the development of tenders for projects that you will go onto be the Design Manager for. Delivery Identifying design opportunities as well as potential problems and then coordinating and developing the solution. Commercially aware Working with the QS to turn a profit Team coordination As well as your technical experience this role is also about taking a leading role in coordinating the various parties involved in the project to deliver the best possible design for the client, for the business and for the supply chain. Manage the process Ensure records are maintained The ideal, but not essential, experience we are looking for in our new Design Manager: Worked for a main contractor on projects from £5M to £20M Worked on new build & refurbishment projects Worked on a range of projects. EG: schools, commercial, leisure, luxury housing 3+ years experience Passion for construction Willingness to learn and improve In return our new Design Manager will receive: Market leading salary reviewed annually to make sure it stays that way Profit share Paid 11 out of 12 years. First £3,600 tax free Car allowance plus mileage 26 days holiday plus 8 days bank holiday Pension Flexible working policy Life assurance Annual development review Training 80% of all staff are chartered and fees paid for Career path They are expanding & are looking for people to become a Senior Design Manager leading a team of design managers/ design coordinators. The Company Established over 50 years ago this family focussed main contractor prides itself on teamwork, both within the company as well as with clients and the supply chain. Highlights Staff turn over rate of just 1.8%PA They have a track record of looking after staff, delivering on their promises and promoting from within Investors in people Platinum Constructing Excellence - Integration & Collaborative working award RICS Best use of BIM award 10 NFB awards including Contractor of the Year They have established a KTP or Knowledge Transfer Partnership with the University of Kent to monitor the performance of their buildings from both a utilities/ carbon footprint point of view and from the point of view of the people using the building. IE: do exam results improve or does staff productivity improve. This then feeds back into the design phase of the next project in order to give clients even better design and better value for money. It is an innovative place it is to work. People are well looked after, well paid and if you re looking to progress your career as a Design Manager then send me your CV and let s have a chat.

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

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

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.

We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established construction company based in Central London who are looking for an experienced Office Manager with a strong marketing background to join their growing team. This is a varied position where you'll play a key role in ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of the office while supporting the business's marketing, branding, and business development activities. Key Responsibilities Office Management Oversee the daily operations of a busy office. Manage office supplies, facilities, and supplier relationships. Coordinate meetings, travel, and company events. Support senior management with administrative duties. Develop and maintain office procedures and systems. Act as the first point of contact for visitors and incoming enquiries. Marketing & Business Support Manage and update the company website and social media platforms. Create marketing materials, presentations, and company literature. Coordinate tender submissions and pre-qualification questionnaires (PQQs). Assist with bid documentation and business development activities. Ensure company branding is consistent across all communications. Organise client events, networking opportunities, and promotional campaigns. Monitor marketing performance and suggest new ideas to increase brand awareness. About You We're looking for someone who is highly organised, proactive, and confident managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced construction environment. You'll ideally have: Previous experience as an Office Manager, Operations Coordinator, or Office Administrator. A background in marketing, communications, or business development. Experience within the construction, property, engineering, or built environment sector would be highly desirable. Excellent organisational and time management skills. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook). Experience using Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, or similar design software would be an advantage. Experience managing company social media and website content. A positive, professional, and flexible approach to work. If you're an organised Office Manager with a creative marketing mindset and enjoy working in a dynamic construction environment, we'd love to hear from you.

The Company Our client is a market-leading fit out and refurbishment main contractor specialising in developments across the Commercial, Residential, Hotel, and Education sectors. Operating for over 10 years, the business has built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality projects throughout London, including major cut and carve schemes with project values reaching up to 50 million. Employing more than 100 staff, they have successfully delivered an impressive portfolio of landmark developments across the capital, including a state-of-the-art mixed-use scheme in Soho and the UK launch of an internationally recognised hotel brand. The Role As Bid Coordinator, you will support the preparation and delivery of high-quality bid submissions and presentation materials for major construction projects across London. Working closely with senior management, pre-construction, and design teams, you will play a key role in ensuring all submissions are professionally produced, visually engaging, and delivered within deadline. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious and creative individual looking to further develop their career within bids, marketing, or pre-construction. The role offers exposure to high-profile projects, the opportunity to work alongside experienced industry professionals, and genuine long-term progression within a fast-paced and collaborative construction environment. The ideal candidate will have strong InDesign skills. Roles and responsibilities include but are not limited to: Assist in the coordination and production of bid submissions, PQQs, and tender documents Support the preparation of presentation materials and marketing collateral for new business opportunities Format and design bid documents using Adobe InDesign to ensure a high-quality and consistent visual standard Liaise with internal departments to gather technical information, project data, and supporting documentation for submissions Maintain bid libraries, case studies, CVs, and company content for future tenders Ensure all bids are submitted accurately and within required deadlines Help manage the bid process from initial enquiry through to final submission Support the wider pre-construction and business development teams as required Assist with document control and maintaining organised bid records and templates

Job Title: Pre Construction Manager Location: Peterborough Salary: 60,000 - 80,000 per annum DOE Job type: Full Time, Permanent Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm About Us: We are a regional building contractor delivering works across insurance repairs, major projects, refurbishment, regeneration, social housing and local authority contracts. Our work includes a wide range of construction projects, from day-to-day repair and reinstatement works through to larger refurbishment and planned works schemes. We pride ourselves on delivering safe, well-managed, high-quality work while maintaining strong relationships with clients, residents, subcontractors and site teams. About The Role: We are looking for an organised, detail-focused and commercially aware Pre Construction Manager to lead our tendering and bid submission process across a range of construction projects. This role would suit someone with experience in construction bids, estimating, commercial management or pre-construction who is confident managing multiple tenders and coordinating input from different teams. The role will focus on five key areas: Opportunity triage - reviewing PQQs and ITTs to assess whether opportunities are commercially viable and aligned with company objectives Proposal development - managing the preparation, writing and submission of high-quality bid documents Stakeholder coordination - working with internal teams to gather technical, operational and commercial information Risk & compliance - identifying risks and ensuring all submissions meet client and procurement requirements Post-bid review - driving continuous improvement through structured feedback and lessons learned Main Duties: Review PQQs and ITTs to assess suitability and make bid/no-bid recommendations Lead and manage the full bid process from initial enquiry through to submission Coordinate input from project managers, estimators, commercial teams and operational staff Write, edit and refine bid responses to ensure clarity, consistency and alignment with client requirements Prepare supporting documentation, including case studies, programmes, methodologies and pricing narratives Ensure all submissions are compliant with tender requirements, specifications and procurement processes Identify commercial, contractual and operational risks and highlight these to senior management Manage bid timelines, ensuring all deadlines are met without compromising quality Maintain bid libraries, templates and supporting documentation Liaise with clients where required during the tender process Lead post-bid reviews and debriefs to improve future submissions Support continuous improvement of bid processes, systems and standards Manage current Estimator & Bid Writer About you: We are looking for someone who is organised, commercially aware and confident managing multiple tenders in a fast-paced construction environment. You must be able to bring structure to the bid process, communicate clearly with internal stakeholders and produce high-quality written submissions. You may come from one of the following backgrounds: Bid Manager or Bid Coordinator Estimator or Commercial professional Pre-construction or Proposals role Project Manager with tendering experience Construction, refurbishment, maintenance or social housing background Essential Requirements: Experience working within construction, repairs, refurbishment or related sectors Proven experience managing or supporting tender and bid processes Strong written communication and document preparation skills Good understanding of PQQs, ITTs and procurement procedures Ability to manage multiple deadlines and prioritise workload effectively Strong organisational and coordination skills Commercial awareness and ability to identify key risks High attention to detail and accuracy Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) Confident working with multiple stakeholders across different departments Desirable Requirements: Experience in insurance repairs, social housing or local authority frameworks Knowledge of public sector procurement processes Experience using bid management or document management systems Understanding of construction methodologies, pricing and programme planning APMP qualification or similar (desirable but not essential) What We Offer: Competitive salary of 60,000 - 80,000 per year DOE Full-time, permanent position 28 days annual leave, including bank holidays Opportunity to work on a varied pipeline of projects across multiple sectors Supportive team environment with opportunities to develop Long-term career progression within the company The Right Fit This role is ideal for someone who enjoys managing structured processes, working to deadlines and producing high-quality, professional submissions. You may already be working in bids or looking to step into a full Bid Manager position from a commercial or pre-construction background. We are looking for someone who can bring organisation, attention to detail and strong communication skills to the role, while working collaboratively with teams across the business. Attitude, reliability and the ability to deliver consistent, high-quality work are more important than having every qualification in place. Please click on the APPLY button to send your CV and Cover Letter for this role. Candidates with the experience or relevant job titles of; Pre-Construction Estimator / Senior Estimator, Proposals Manager, Senior Bid Manager / Tendering Lead, Commercial Manager may also be considered for this role.

We are seeking a dynamic and motivated, Business Development and Tenders Coordinator to work for our client - a well-established construction company. Working alongside the Head of Business Development and Marketing, the primary focus of the role is to complete Pre-Qualification Questionnaires (PQQs) and tender submissions to the highest possible standard within strict deadlines. Meeting tender and PQQ deadlines is the top priority of this role and takes precedence over all other responsibilities. Alongside this, the role supports business development activity through networking, accreditation management, and marketing assistance. This role is critical to the continued growth and success of the business Responsibilities include: Tendering & PQQ Management Working closely with estimators to prepare PQQs and tenders. Ensure all submissions are completed accurately, professionally, and to deadline, with quality and compliance as a priority. Manage tender portals, clarifications, and submission requirements. Maintain and update standard tender responses, company information, and supporting documentation, monitoring tender pipelines and key deadlines, ensuring nothing is missed. Business Development & Networking Support the Head of Business Development and Marketing by attending networking events, meetings, and industry functions. Build and maintain relationships with clients, consultants, and key stakeholders. Assist in identifying and developing new potential business leads. Accreditations & Compliance Support the annual renewal of company accreditations, certifications, and memberships. Gather and coordinate required evidence, policies, and supporting information. Liaise with internal teams to ensure compliance documentation is up to date. Marketing and Communications Support Support the Head of Business Development & Marketing with marketing and social media activity. Assist in gathering project information, photographs, case studies, and updates for social media posts. Coordinate internally to obtain content and information required for marketing communications. Help maintain a consistent and professional company image across platforms. About you: You have a background in working on the tender and bid documentation of a construction or similar organisation Excellent communication skills both written and oral. Attention to detail and organisational skills. The ability to work under pressure and meet daily, weekly, and monthly deadlines. A proactive, positive, and be able to work individually and have a team-focused approach. If you feel that this is a great opportunity for you, please send your CV today! Unfortunately, due to the volume of applications that we receive, we are unable to respond to everyone, if you have not heard back within 24 hours then please assume that you have not been successful on this occasion According to Data Protection GDPR laws, we need to inform you that you are in applying this role sending us your personal data which we will not share without your consent and will only contact you about this role and other roles which could be of interest. Please see our website for our full privacy and data handling policies. You have the right to ask us to remove your data at any time

Bid Writer A respected multidisciplinary property and construction consultancy is seeking an experienced Bid Writer to join its growing work-winning team. This is an excellent opportunity for a confident writer with experience across bids, tenders and proposals to play a key role in producing high-quality submissions for public and private sector clients. The successful Bid Writer will work closely with senior stakeholders, technical specialists and business development colleagues to create clear, persuasive and client-focused responses. A significant part of the role will involve developing strong social value content , translating the consultancy's commitments into measurable and compelling proposals. The Bid Writer Role The successful Bid Writer will support the development of bids, frameworks, PQQs and tender submissions across the property, construction and built environment sectors. Responsibilities will include: Writing clear, persuasive and tailored responses for bids, tenders, frameworks and PQQs Developing high-quality social value responses aligned with client priorities and evaluation criteria Turning technical information into concise and engaging written content Working with subject matter experts to gather evidence, case studies and project information Reviewing tender documents and identifying key requirements, themes and scoring criteria Supporting bid strategy and developing strong win themes Writing and editing case studies, CVs, project profiles and supporting content Ensuring all submissions are accurate, compliant and submitted within agreed deadlines Coordinating input from technical teams, directors and senior stakeholders Challenging generic content and strengthening responses with evidence, outcomes and measurable commitments Supporting the maintenance and improvement of the bid library Reviewing feedback from successful and unsuccessful submissions Identifying lessons learned and opportunities to improve future responses Working closely with marketing, business development and wider work-winning teams Managing multiple submissions and competing deadlines in a fast-paced environment The Bid Writer The successful Bid Writer will ideally have: Previous experience working as a Bid Writer, Proposal Writer, Bid Coordinator or similar Experience within property, construction, consultancy, professional services or the wider built environment Strong bid writing, editing and proofreading skills Experience writing social value responses for public sector or framework submissions An understanding of social value themes such as local employment, apprenticeships, community engagement, wellbeing, sustainability and supply-chain development The ability to create specific, measurable and deliverable social value commitments Strong written English and excellent attention to detail The ability to interpret tender questions and respond directly to evaluation criteria Confidence working with technical contributors and senior stakeholders Strong organisational and time-management skills The ability to manage multiple bids and tight deadlines A proactive, collaborative and commercially aware approach Experience using procurement portals and bid-management systems Knowledge of Adobe InDesign would be advantageous In Return? Salary: 50,000 - 60,000 25 days annual leave Career progreession and development 3% Pension BUPA Dental scheme BUPA healthcare Travel Insurance Professional subscriptions paid Interest free season ticket loan Cycle to work scheme And More This is an excellent opportunity to join an established consultancy and contribute directly to its continued growth through high-quality, client-focused bid writing. If you are a Bid Writer considering your career opportunities, please contact Megan Cole at Brandon James. REF: 22635

Our client is a leading design & build infrastructure and engineering contractor, working on multiple standalone multidisciplinary projects and Framework contracts across London and the Southeast. As the Bid Manager, you will be responsible for managing and compiling bid & tender requests, ensuring a well authored, clear and concise response, that is in a logical and professional format, that captures and answers all client tenders questions. As the successful candidate, you will work with the Bid Coordinator and Technical Author, and liaise directly with the client, the estimating, design and health & safety teams, to produce best in class tender responses. Bid Manager roles and responsibilities: Managing, coordinating and recording the receipt of leads, PQQs, ITTs, TQ's from portals, emails, and document sharing platforms etc. Undertaking 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. Writing and 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 Manager requirements: Degree or HNC/HND a construction, media design, English Language or journalistic qualification would be advantageous. Experience working within the construction industry, within either a preconstruction or bid role. Excellent writing and document presentation skills. 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 Manager Benefits: Working for an established infrastructure and engineering contractor. Opportunity to work as part of an established team, with freedom to work on your own initiative. Competitive salary and package. Immediate role.