Construction Bid Writer
Hybrid (Home / West Essex office - 2 days in)
£45,000 - £60,000 + bonus (DOE)
Full-time
We're working with a growing, well-established construction business who are looking to bring in an experienced Bid Writer to support their continued expansion across London and the South.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking SME where you'll play a key role in winning new work and shaping the company's future growth. This role is part hybrid working 2 days in their beautiful West Essex office, a car would be helpful to get to the company address but also accessible from the Central Line and a cab.
The Role
As Bid Writer, you'll be responsible for producing high-quality, compelling submissions across a range of construction and social housing projects.
Working closely with the New Business team and operational teams, you'll take ownership of the bid process from initial enquiry through to submission — ensuring everything is delivered on time, on brand, and to a high standard.
Construction Bid Writer Key Responsibilities
Writing and producing engaging, high-quality bid submissions (PQQs, ITTs, RFPs)
Tailoring content to meet specific client requirements and scoring criteria
Working closely with internal teams to gather technical and project information
Managing multiple bids at different stages, ensuring deadlines are met
Coordinating the full bid process including reviews and final submissions
Maintaining and developing a library of bid content, case studies, and responses
Researching clients, competitors, and opportunities to strengthen submissions
Reviewing feedback to continuously improve win rates and bid quality
Ensuring all submissions are compliant and professionally presented What We're Looking For
Proven experience as a Bid Writer within construction or social housing
Strong understanding of the tendering process
Excellent writing and editing skills with strong attention to detail
Ability to manage multiple deadlines and prioritise workload effectively
Confident communicator who can work across teams and senior stakeholders
Strong organisational skills and a proactive approach
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) Construction Bid Writer - What's on Offer
£45,000 - £60,000 salary depending on experience
Performance-related bonus
Hybrid working (2 days office-based)
28 days holiday (including bank holidays)
Ongoing training and development
Access to on-site gym/wellness facilities
Flexible working options available
Opportunity to join a growing, supportive business with genuine career progression If you're a confident Bid Writer looking for a role where you can really make an impact and be part of a growing business, we'd love to hear from you