Senior Bid Writer – Major Construction & Infrastructure Projects
Hybrid Working | UK
Red Sky Personnel is proud to be working in partnership with a leading Tier 1 construction and infrastructure contractor to recruit a Senior Bid Writer for their growing bid team.
This is an excellent opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping winning bids for high-profile, complex projects across the UK. Candidates from any construction background are encouraged to apply – whether your experience is in rail, utilities, highways, buildings, energy, or major civils.
The Role
As Senior Bid Writer, you’ll take ownership of written tender submissions from early strategy through to final handover. You’ll work closely with Bid Managers, technical specialists, and leadership teams to craft clear, persuasive, and fully compliant responses that tell a compelling delivery story.
This role suits someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, is confident engaging with technical stakeholders, and can translate complex information into well-structured, client-focused content.
The position offers hybrid working, giving you flexibility while remaining closely connected to the bid team.
Key Responsibilities
Lead the writing, editing, and review of high-quality bid and tender responses
Analyse client requirements, scoring criteria, and evaluation methodologies
Develop clear and structured answer plans to maximise scores
Work with bid and technical teams to shape win themes and value propositions
Turn technical and commercial input into clear, compelling written content
Identify and articulate differentiators, added value, and innovative solutions
Coordinate internal reviews and manage feedback through to final submission
Work with design and graphics teams to support submissions with visuals
Manage bid programmes, deadlines, and progress updates
Maintain and develop bid libraries, case studies, and reusable content
About You
Proven experience as a Bid Writer or Senior Bid Writer within construction or infrastructure
Comfortable working across any construction sector (rail, utilities, civils, buildings, energy, etc.)
Strong understanding of bid and tender processes
Excellent written English with strong editing and attention to detail
Confident working with technical and engineering information
Well organised, proactive, and comfortable working to deadlines
Able to challenge stakeholders constructively and professionally
Proficient in MS Word and collaborative platforms (Teams, SharePoint)
Desirable
Technical or engineering academic background
APMP Foundation or Practitioner qualification
What’s on Offer
Hybrid working arrangement
Opportunity to work on major, nationally significant projects
Supportive, professional, and collaborative bid environment
Long-term career development within a Tier 1 contractor
Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package