Bid Writer / Bid Manager
Hornchurch (Hybrid Working Available)
Up to £75,000 + Comprehensive Package
An established and highly respected regional main contractor is seeking an experienced Bid Writer / Bid Manager to join its pre-construction team based in Hornchurch.
With a strong reputation for delivering high-quality projects across the education, healthcare, commercial, residential and public sectors, the business has a healthy pipeline of secured and upcoming tenders. This is a key appointment, offering the opportunity to play a central role in securing future work and shaping winning submissions.
The Role
You will lead and manage the bid process from initial opportunity through to submission, producing high-quality, compelling tender documents that clearly articulate the company's strengths, methodology and value proposition.
Depending on your level of experience, this role can be positioned as either a Bid Writer or Bid Manager, with responsibility aligned accordingly.
Key Responsibilities
* Managing the full bid lifecycle, including PQQs, SQs and ITTs
* Writing, editing and coordinating high-quality tender submissions
* Collaborating with operational, commercial and design teams to develop win strategies
* Preparing and reviewing qualitative responses, ensuring they are tailored and project-specific
* Managing bid programmes and submission deadlines
* Maintaining and developing a high-quality bid library
* Supporting interview presentations and post-tender clarifications
About You
* Proven experience in a Bid Writer or Bid Manager role within a construction main contractor
* Strong understanding of public and private sector tendering processes
* Exceptional written English and attention to detail
* Ability to manage multiple deadlines and work under pressure
* Commercial awareness and understanding of construction methodologies
* Confident communicator with strong stakeholder management skills
What's On Offer
* Salary up to £75,000 (depending on experience)
* Car allowance
* Bonus scheme
* Pension contribution
* Private healthcare
* Flexible / hybrid working
* Opportunity to join a stable, growing contractor with a strong regional presence
This is an excellent opportunity to join a contractor with a long-standing reputation for quality, collaboration and repeat business, where your contribution will directly influence future project success.
If you are a driven bid professional looking for your next challenge in Hornchurch, we would love to hear from you.