Job Title: Bid Writer Reporting To: Directors (or Business Development Manager if appointed) Contract: Part-time or Full-time Permanent basis will be considered Job Role: This is an exciting opportunity for a detail-oriented and strategically minded professional to play a pivotal role in securing new business and supporting the companys growth through high-quality bid submissions. Reporting directly to the Directors, the Bid Writer will be responsible for managing the end-to-end bid process, preparing compelling and compliant proposals, and collaborating with internal teams to ensure all submissions reflect the companys expertise, brand, and values. The successful candidate will work closely with business development, engineering, operations, and marketing teams to produce persuasive, accurate, and commercially competitive bids that maximise the companys chances of success. About Us Water Solutions Ireland is a leading engineering firm providing sustainable water and wastewater treatment solutions across the UK and Ireland. We deliver innovative design, build, and operational services for public utilities, industrial clients, and commercial sectors. As the business continues to grow, we are seeking a Bid Writer to help strengthen our tendering capability, enhance proposal quality, and increase our win rate across public and private sector opportunities. Key Responsibilities Bid Management & Writing Assist in the preparation, writing, and submission of high-quality bids, proposals, and tender responses. Ensure all submissions are compliant, compelling, and tailored to client requirements. Populate submission documents with standard company information and collaborate with internal teams to gather technical, commercial, and operational content. Support the Submissions team in developing templates for innovative Expressions of Interest, Pre-Qualifications, and Tender documents, including CVs and Organisation Charts. Review and edit submission content for grammar, style, and clarity to ensure professional, high-quality documents. Develop and maintain a bid library with standardised content, templates, and case studies to streamline future submissions. Manage deadlines and track all stages of the bid lifecycle to ensure timely submissions. Coordinate bid review processes, incorporating feedback from stakeholders to improve quality and consistency. Stakeholder Engagement & Administration Support Marketing and Business Development teams with capability statements, presentations, and promotional materials. Liaise with external agencies for production of bid and marketing materials where required. Perform general administrative tasks including printing, photocopying, collation, and binding of bids. Update and maintain data within the company Sales/CRM system. Research & Market Insight Monitor and log incoming tender opportunities, including reviewing relevant tender portals. Conduct research on client organisations, competitors, and market trends to inform bid strategy. Analyse feedback from unsuccessful bids and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives. Candidate Criteria Essential Degree in Business, English, Communications, Engineering, or a related discipline. Proven experience writing successful bids or tenders, ideally in construction, engineering, or utilities sectors. Strong understanding of procurement processes, tender compliance, and bid evaluation criteria. Exceptional written communication and attention to detail. Ability to distil complex technical information into clear, persuasive proposals. Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple bids and tight deadlines simultaneously. Confident working independently and collaboratively with cross-functional teams. Willingness to travel within Ireland and the UK as required. Desirable Experience in the water, wastewater, or environmental engineering sectors. Familiarity with public procurement portals and framework bidding. Knowledge of CRM and bid management systems. Experience contributing to marketing materials to support business development. What We Offer Opportunity to work with a market-leading engineering company delivering sustainable infrastructure solutions. Supportive, collaborative work environment with professional development opportunities. Competitive base salary with performance-related bonus. Comprehensive benefits package and a strong focus on employee development. Hybrid working model (as appropriate).