Job Title: Bid Writer / Business Development Manager
Location: Basildon
Salary: £55,000 – £65,000 + DOE + Car Allowance + Bonuses + Pension
Job Type: Full-Time | Permanent
We’re working on behalf of a highly respected national contractor delivering specialist services in Security, Fire, Electrical, Passive Fire, and Mechanical disciplines and construction this is for a mini main contractor who works within education - but is wanting to expand into more local authority works. As part of their continued growth, they are now seeking a Bid Writer / Business Development Manager to join their team and play a key role in securing high-value projects and frameworks across the UK.
Key Benefits:
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Competitive basic salary with car allowance and performance-based bonuses
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Clear career progression within a growing business
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Exposure to major projects in a fast-paced industry
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Supportive team culture with ongoing professional development
Role Overview:
This is a hybrid position combining strong bid writing capabilities with an element of business development. You’ll be responsible for producing high-quality written proposals, collaborating across departments, and contributing to strategic growth efforts.
Responsibilities:
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Create, edit and submit compelling bid and tender documents (PQQs, EOIs, RFPs)
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Manage and maintain a structured bid library including case studies, CVs, and standard content
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Work closely with technical, commercial, and marketing teams to ensure consistency and clarity across all submissions
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Identify and support new business opportunities through effective proposal development
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Support brand visibility and contribute to winning frameworks and direct awards
About You:
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Proven experience in bid writing, ideally within security, M&E, facilities management, or construction sectors
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Excellent written communication skills with the ability to turn technical information into persuasive content
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Strong organisation and project management skills, able to meet tight deadlines
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Commercially aware with a strategic approach to developing winning submissions
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Confident working collaboratively with internal stakeholders and clients
What Success Looks Like:
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Increased win rates across public and private sector tenders
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High-quality proposals that differentiate the business from competitors
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Smooth management of submission timelines and team coordination
Car allowance or Car, Pension, Health, Bonuses
To Apply:
If you are an experienced Bid Writer or looking to take the next step in your career, we’d love to hear from you