Bid Writer – Multiple Locations

Locations available: Luton, Leicestershire, Uxbridge, Solihull, Guildford, Basingstoke, Bristol, Edinburgh, Tyne & Wear and Derbyshire.

We are currently recruiting for Bid Writer who will be tasked with the creation of effective yet imaginative responses to pre-qualification and tender questionnaires. This would suit an experienced, driven individual who can operate under challenging conditions to deliver high volumes of quality written submissions yet meet tight deadlines.

The role will include extensive travel across the UK. Location can be flexible dependent upon the candidate.

Key Responsibilities
• Coordinating and producing tender submissions;
• Creating high-quality proposal documents, including producing, coordinating and editing written content;
• Responsible for sourcing, collating, writing and winning construction competitive tenders for the company;
• Contribute to the team at key stages of individual tender projects, gathering technical information from internal departments in order to compile and ensure a high quality bespoke solution is offered to the client;
• Responsible for proof reading material and providing technical and commercial writing skills;
• Display a creative flair in their writing and ensuring high standards of accuracy and document control against agreed deadlines;
• Assisting with development of bespoke proposals, best practice information, technique guides; template answers and style sheets; and
• Building and developing relationships with a variety of business sector teams
Person specification:
• BA (Hons) / Master’s Degree (or equivalent)? preferably in a subject with a high focus on creating high quality written work
• Have previous experience in either a consultancy or construction contracting firm; and
• Industry specific knowledge of Bid Writer roles and responsibilities within the Construction market
• Proven track record in the sector or similar role, preferably with a competitor;
• A proven track record in delivering successful bids, driving business growth and profit maximisation
• Excellent written English and communication skills
• When needed, the desire and ability to work late hours to deliver submissions on time
• Excellent organisational skills
• Exceptional writing, editing and copy-writing skills
• Will be comfortable working to tight deadlines
• Be able to thrive on new challenges and have the drive to progress the role into other areas such as awards, tenders and assist within Marketing and Business development as necessary
• Willingness and ability to travel throughout the UK
• Capable of working autonomously and as part of a wider team