Job Title: Bid Writer, Stirling, Permanent
Reference: 469
Summary of the Bid Writer role:
Our client is seeking a highly skilled Bid Writer to support their Bidding Team in delivering high-quality PQQs and tender submissions at both the pre-qualification and bidding stages. This role requires a detail-focused, collaborative individual who can produce compelling written content, maintain accurate bid documentation, and support the business in identifying and securing new opportunities across the UK Facilities Management sector.
Bid Writer Deliverables / Outcomes (include but are not limited to):
* Lead the completion of Pre-Qualification Questionnaires (PQQs) and the quality sections of tender submissions.
* Use historic project knowledge to provide relevant and accurate information to colleagues.
* Identify potential opportunities for regional teams by collating information from platforms such as Tussell, ESPO and CCS.
* Work closely with Bid Team members to meet submission deadlines, sharing best practices and supporting continuous improvement.
* Prepare and contribute to presentation materials (typically PowerPoint) for Senior Management and wider business colleagues.
* Gather and update CVs and Project Data Sheets, potentially interviewing staff where required to obtain key information.
* Update and maintain databases for PQQ and bid responses.
* Collate key bid-related information including master project lists.
* Manage Constructionline and other relevant bid-related databases.
* Maintain the PQQ summary spreadsheet, tracking outcomes of submissions.
* Actively pursue learning and development opportunities to improve bidding capabilities and proposal quality.
* Contribute positively to the team environment and support other reasonable tasks requested by the line manager.
Skills, Experience & Qualifications Needed:
* Previous experience in proposal writing within Facilities Management is preferred.
* Strong IT skills including MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Adobe InDesign.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively at all levels.
* Strong teamworking ability, proactive mindset and attention to detail.
* Previous experience in data manipulation and data collation.
* Must live within commutable distance of Stirling and be able to work in the office 3 days per week.
Location: Stirling, Scotland / Hybrid Working (3 days per week on-site)
Travel: Minimal, as required. Applicants must hold a valid driver's license.
Start date: Immediate
Duration: Permanent
Salary: £35,000 – £42,000 per annum (depending on experience)
Company Benefits:
* Private Healthcare (BUPA)
* Car Allowance/Company Car
Application Deadline: Open until filled – early application is encouraged as we review applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert early, subject to the volume of applications received.
*** Applicants must have full and ongoing right to work in the UK. We do not offer visa sponsorship or accept candidates requiring future visa support