Job Title: Bid Writer
Location: Birmingham, UK
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
The Role
We are seeking an experienced Bid Writer to join a key client of ours. The successful candidate will play a key role in securing new business by producing compelling, high-quality bid submissions and proposals. You will be responsible for writing, editing, and coordinating bid documents that effectively communicate the company’s expertise, experience, and value proposition to clients.
Key Responsibilities
* Research, write, and edit bid responses, proposals, and pre-qualification questionnaires (PQQs).
* Work closely with technical teams, project managers, and senior leadership to gather relevant information for bids.
* Ensure all bid submissions are clear, persuasive, and aligned with client requirements.
* Develop and maintain a library of standard responses, case studies, and supporting documents.
* Manage bid deadlines and submission schedules, ensuring all required documentation is completed accurately and on time.
* Review and analyse tender documents, identifying key client needs and evaluation criteria.
* Collaborate with the wider business development team to enhance bidding strategy and win rate.
* Continuously improve bid quality by implementing best practices, feedback, and lessons learned.
Requirements
* Proven experience in bid writing, preferably within the construction, demolition, or civil engineering sector.
* Excellent writing, proofreading, and communication skills with a strong attention to detail.
* Ability to translate technical information into clear and persuasive content.
* Strong project management and organisational skills, with the ability to meet tight deadlines.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and bid management software.
* Knowledge of public and private sector tendering processes is highly desirable.
Why Join Our Client?
* Be part of a well-established and respected company in the industry.
* Competitive salary and benefits package.
* A supportive and collaborative team environment.