Construction Bid Writer – Essex / London
A well-established construction and refurbishment contractor based in Essex is seeking an experienced Construction Bid Writer to join their growing pre-construction team. Operating across London and the South East, the company has a strong reputation for delivering high-quality projects and benefits from a strong pipeline of framework and negotiated work.
This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled Bid Writer with construction experience to play a key role in securing new business and supporting continued growth.
The Role
As a Construction Bid Writer, you will be responsible for producing high-quality, compelling bid submissions across a range of construction and refurbishment projects. You will work closely with senior management and operational teams to develop winning submissions.
Key responsibilities include:
* Supporting the development of bid strategies to ensure submissions are aligned with client requirements and project objectives
* Writing clear, persuasive, and technically accurate tender responses, including method statements, risk assessments, project programmes, CVs, and organograms
* Carrying out detailed project and client research to strengthen submissions
* Ensuring all bid documentation is compliant with construction industry standards, including legal, regulatory, and health & safety requirements
* Assisting with the coordination of internal teams, subcontractors, and suppliers to gather information and validate content
* Managing multiple deadlines and supporting the timely submission of tenders
Continuous Improvement
* Assisting with post-bid reviews to identify areas for improvement
* Maintaining a library of bid content, templates, and case studies
* Identifying key project strengths and USPs to enhance future submissions
About You
* Proven experience as a Construction Bid Writer or Bid Writer within the construction or refurbishment sector
* Strong written and communication skills with a high attention to detail
* Experience working on tenders, ideally within public sector frameworks
* Organised and able to manage multiple bids simultaneously
* A collaborative approach with the ability to work across teams