JOB DESCRIPTION
JOB TITLE:
Bid Writer
REPORTING TO:
Senior Bid Writer
PURPOSE OF JOB:
To be responsible for the successful completion of prequalification questionnaires and tender submissions in order to secure contracts for the business.
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES & ACCOUNABILITY:
· Lead the end-to-end development of allocated tender, PQQ and expression of interest submissions, ensuring compliance with all instructions and guidelines.
· Coordinate/create tender presentations where required.
· Write, edit, proof-read, and present quality bid content, ensuring clarity, consistency, and a compelling narrative.
· Collaborate with subject matter experts to gather relevant information and disseminate this appropriately within bid responses.
· Analyse tender requirements and allocate team responsibilities utilising the submission matrix.
· Facilitate tender launch meetings (and review meetings as necessary) including leading discussion of quality requirements within these meetings.
· Edit, proof-read and review submissions of other bid writers where required.
· Monitor tender portals, raise clarifications and distribute correspondence where required (i.e. in the absence of Estimating Administrator).
· Ensure various databases and information libraries are kept updated as required, including iProcure, submissions logs, submission matrixes, records of portal logins, and catalogues of evidence (CVs, Project Profiles, Testimonial Letters).
· Create and update project profiles and CVs in line with tender requirements/as per allocated workload.
· Undertake annual accreditation renewals i.e. Constructionline.
· Attend regular bid team meetings to discuss pipeline, allocation and review of workload, review of strategy, previous submissions/lessons learned etc.
· Attend divisional preconstruction meetings where required.
· Support the continuous improvement of bid team output and processes.
· Support the development and achievement of bid team departmental business plan and objectives.
CORE BEHAVIOURS (What we look for in our staff)
* Acts with honesty and integrity;
* Takes responsibility and accountability;
* Is a team player;
* Takes responsibility for safety;
* Has strong morals;
* Builds and manages strong relationships;
* Strong levels of self-awareness;
* Acts with curiosity;
* Listens to understand;
* Interacts with the team and the business;
* Shows high levels of emotional intelligence;
* Is open and embraces change;
* Shows positivity;
* Is proactive;
* Shows an open mind;
* Drives for results.
Experience - Minimum 3-5 years' experience in a bid writing role, ideally within construction or similar industry. Understanding of public sector and framework procurement processes. Must be able to manage own workload effectively and take ownership of the full bid lifecycle from review to submission.
Skills -
* Excellent writing, proofreading, and communication skills
* Ability to work to tight deadlines and manage multiple PQQ and bid submissions simultaneously
* Strong research and analytical skills
* Confident working collaboratively with technical and operational teams
* Creative, flexible and adaptable to shifting priorities
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office and graphic design software (Adobe InDesign)
* Excellent attention to detail with a commitment to accuracy, consistency and quality
Full-time preferred but would consider part-time for the right candidate
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £35,000.00-£50,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* Company pension
* Cycle to work scheme
* Employee discount
* Life insurance
* On-site parking
* Work from home
Application question(s):
* Please provide a preferred email address
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Malvern WR14 1GQ