Building a sustainable tomorrow BAM Construction is recruiting a Pre-Construction Manager based out of our Bristol offices you will cover all of the Western region. Reporting to the Preconstruction Director, you will be responsible for managing the bid process on a range of construction projects within the region. This will include inputting into the pre-qualification, tender and negotiation stages, developing the construction strategy and methodology, and ensuring company procedure is adhered to. You will work with clients, consultants, the supply chain and the internal BAM team to achieve this. Your mission • Leading pre-construction team on single or multiple tenders. • Reviewing information received and developing the bid strategy. • Inputting in to the resource schedule for the bid. • Establish the tender delivery programme and monitoring progress. • Ensure tender delivery programme align with CRM/Stage gate key dates and requirements. • Manage and liaise with external bid writers where necessary. • Leading internal and external tender meetings. • Visiting the site of the proposed project to assess all construction related items, including any constraints that may affect the build process. • Meeting with the client and / or designers to better understand any constraints on the project. • Engaging the client, designers, and supply chain when developing the construction methodology. • Developing the construction methodology and logistic diagrams with the proposed Project Manager. • Working closely with the Project Planner in developing the construction programme so it aligns with the construction methodology and logistic diagrams. • Working closely with estimators and quantity surveyors to develop the commercial strategy. • Managing the Risk and Opportunity Register. • Leading the bid settlement meetings and ensuring all bid documentation is readily available. • Preparing the presentation slides for any mid and post tender interviews. • Fully communicating the bid and construction methodology aspects to the project delivery team at the construction phase project launch. • Where appropriate managing the second stage of the tender process until contract award. • Visiting live construction sites to understand the performance of projects to inform future tenders. • Supporting the Business Development Manager in developing new opportunities. Who are we looking for? • Excellent communication skills with our clients and consultants and the ability to align our offer and add value to their projects. • Ability to gain the confidence of all parties involved in the bid and project delivery team. • Confidence to challenge the proposed construction Methodology / sequence. • Strong project / construction management skills. • Strong analytical, organisational, commercial, verbal and written communication skills. • Experience in collating and writing the construction methodology content material for quality tender submissions. • Good knowledge of MS Office programmes including PowerPoint, Word and Excel. • Effective presentation skills. • A degree qualification or equivalent and CIOB or equivalent. What's in it for you? In addition to an attractive salary we offer a significant benefits package including an electric car or car allowance, contributory pension, BUPA, life assurance, 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays), gym subsidy, BAM social club membership and many more exciting benefits. Your work environment People are at the heart of what we do at BAM. We recognise that creating a diverse and inclusive environment that nurtures our employees and encourages them to bring their best and whole self to work is crucial. We're on an exciting journey to get us there by recruiting the very best talent to join us regardless of race, colour, religion, national or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability or other characteristics. Be you! Join us today, so we can achieve amazing things together and build a sustainable tomorrow. Who are we? The art of building is about building for communities; it's about building for life. Where others stop, we go further, leading the way towards a sustainable tomorrow for us and future generations. As an industry leader, we raise the bar. Our values: sustainable, inclusive, collaborative, reliable and ownership, enable us to achieve our ambitions. Today, tomorrow and every day. Our recruitment process, what you need to know? BAM is committed to ensuring a fully inclusive recruitment and onboarding process, so if at any time you feel we need to do something to make it more accessible to you, do not hesitate to speak with one of our team, and we will do our best to support you.
Jul 17, 2025
Full time
Building a sustainable tomorrow BAM Construction is recruiting a Pre-Construction Manager based out of our Bristol offices you will cover all of the Western region. Reporting to the Preconstruction Director, you will be responsible for managing the bid process on a range of construction projects within the region. This will include inputting into the pre-qualification, tender and negotiation stages, developing the construction strategy and methodology, and ensuring company procedure is adhered to. You will work with clients, consultants, the supply chain and the internal BAM team to achieve this. Your mission • Leading pre-construction team on single or multiple tenders. • Reviewing information received and developing the bid strategy. • Inputting in to the resource schedule for the bid. • Establish the tender delivery programme and monitoring progress. • Ensure tender delivery programme align with CRM/Stage gate key dates and requirements. • Manage and liaise with external bid writers where necessary. • Leading internal and external tender meetings. • Visiting the site of the proposed project to assess all construction related items, including any constraints that may affect the build process. • Meeting with the client and / or designers to better understand any constraints on the project. • Engaging the client, designers, and supply chain when developing the construction methodology. • Developing the construction methodology and logistic diagrams with the proposed Project Manager. • Working closely with the Project Planner in developing the construction programme so it aligns with the construction methodology and logistic diagrams. • Working closely with estimators and quantity surveyors to develop the commercial strategy. • Managing the Risk and Opportunity Register. • Leading the bid settlement meetings and ensuring all bid documentation is readily available. • Preparing the presentation slides for any mid and post tender interviews. • Fully communicating the bid and construction methodology aspects to the project delivery team at the construction phase project launch. • Where appropriate managing the second stage of the tender process until contract award. • Visiting live construction sites to understand the performance of projects to inform future tenders. • Supporting the Business Development Manager in developing new opportunities. Who are we looking for? • Excellent communication skills with our clients and consultants and the ability to align our offer and add value to their projects. • Ability to gain the confidence of all parties involved in the bid and project delivery team. • Confidence to challenge the proposed construction Methodology / sequence. • Strong project / construction management skills. • Strong analytical, organisational, commercial, verbal and written communication skills. • Experience in collating and writing the construction methodology content material for quality tender submissions. • Good knowledge of MS Office programmes including PowerPoint, Word and Excel. • Effective presentation skills. • A degree qualification or equivalent and CIOB or equivalent. What's in it for you? In addition to an attractive salary we offer a significant benefits package including an electric car or car allowance, contributory pension, BUPA, life assurance, 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays), gym subsidy, BAM social club membership and many more exciting benefits. Your work environment People are at the heart of what we do at BAM. We recognise that creating a diverse and inclusive environment that nurtures our employees and encourages them to bring their best and whole self to work is crucial. We're on an exciting journey to get us there by recruiting the very best talent to join us regardless of race, colour, religion, national or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability or other characteristics. Be you! Join us today, so we can achieve amazing things together and build a sustainable tomorrow. Who are we? The art of building is about building for communities; it's about building for life. Where others stop, we go further, leading the way towards a sustainable tomorrow for us and future generations. As an industry leader, we raise the bar. Our values: sustainable, inclusive, collaborative, reliable and ownership, enable us to achieve our ambitions. Today, tomorrow and every day. Our recruitment process, what you need to know? BAM is committed to ensuring a fully inclusive recruitment and onboarding process, so if at any time you feel we need to do something to make it more accessible to you, do not hesitate to speak with one of our team, and we will do our best to support you.
RJ McLeod is one of Scotland's leading civil engineering contractors, with extensive experience in renewable energy, highways, and marine infrastructure projects. Your main purpose as a Bid Manager will be producing and submitting winning bids that capture and address the clients' needs. You will do this with passion and flair to support an upward trending tender scoring and success rate. Duties and Responsibilities Management and completion of quality bidding activities from start to finish. Working with any bid writers to produce exceptionally written bid and proposals. Using effective project planning to manage deadlines including production planning and question allocation. Attending client bid sessions and workshops where required. Develop value engineering and cost effective solutions Managing the quality element of the bid, providing a clear brief to any supporting writers Communicating effectively at all levels to get the information you need. Ensuring bid folders are up to date and managed appropriately. Completion of Invitation to Tenders (ITT). Skills and Experience A passion for working in bid and proposals Excellent presentation, verbal, and written communication skills with meticulous attention to detail Strong organisational and project management skills with the ability to work under pressure and adhere to strict deadlines Excellent organisational skills are essential Company Information: OCU leads the way in end-to-end infrastructure engineering in the utilities, digital, and energy markets, specialising in safely and efficiently delivering complex client requirements. Our breadth of capabilities and depth of operational capacity, paired with our cutting-edge technology, ensure that we are not just part of the market; we are leading it. Working directly with many of the country's leading power, energy transition, water, telecoms and digital clients, we are looking for the very best talent to join our growing team.
Jul 17, 2025
Full time
RJ McLeod is one of Scotland's leading civil engineering contractors, with extensive experience in renewable energy, highways, and marine infrastructure projects. Your main purpose as a Bid Manager will be producing and submitting winning bids that capture and address the clients' needs. You will do this with passion and flair to support an upward trending tender scoring and success rate. Duties and Responsibilities Management and completion of quality bidding activities from start to finish. Working with any bid writers to produce exceptionally written bid and proposals. Using effective project planning to manage deadlines including production planning and question allocation. Attending client bid sessions and workshops where required. Develop value engineering and cost effective solutions Managing the quality element of the bid, providing a clear brief to any supporting writers Communicating effectively at all levels to get the information you need. Ensuring bid folders are up to date and managed appropriately. Completion of Invitation to Tenders (ITT). Skills and Experience A passion for working in bid and proposals Excellent presentation, verbal, and written communication skills with meticulous attention to detail Strong organisational and project management skills with the ability to work under pressure and adhere to strict deadlines Excellent organisational skills are essential Company Information: OCU leads the way in end-to-end infrastructure engineering in the utilities, digital, and energy markets, specialising in safely and efficiently delivering complex client requirements. Our breadth of capabilities and depth of operational capacity, paired with our cutting-edge technology, ensure that we are not just part of the market; we are leading it. Working directly with many of the country's leading power, energy transition, water, telecoms and digital clients, we are looking for the very best talent to join our growing team.
Job Title: Commercial Operations Manager Location: London, UK Department: Commercial, Sales Type: Permanent, Full Time About Us: Founded in 2018, Skyports is at the forefront of the Advanced Air Mobility revolution, developing and operating cutting-edge infrastructure for electric air taxis and leveraging drone technology to transform business operations across industries. Our business is split into two key areas: Skyports Drone Services uses drones to streamline logistics, capture data, and enhance operational efficiency, with a focus on rural deliveries, surveying, surveillance, and maritime services. Skyports Infrastructure plays a vital role in the Urban Air Mobility ecosystem, designing, building, owning, and operating vertiports that enable eVTOL operators to take off and land in cities around the world. With our presence in this dynamic, high-growth industry, there has never been a more exciting time to be part of our mission to reshape the future of air mobility. T he Role: We are hiring a Commercial Operations Manager to improve how we manage and deliver bids, proposals, and internal commercial processes. This role is internal-facing and central to our ability to pursue and win new work. You'll coordinate complex bid efforts, manage proposal development, and own the systems and tools that support commercial activity. For smaller bids, you'll lead the process yourself, drawing on input from technical, regulatory, and operations teams. For larger programs, you'll coordinate external bid writers and manage the overall delivery and quality of submissions. Key Responsibilities: Proposal & Bid Management Develop, write and manage proposals in Word and PowerPoint Lead internal coordination across business development, technical, regulatory, and operations teams for bid inputs Manage external bid writers for larger or more complex proposals Respond to PQQs, RFPs, and ITTs, ensuring clarity, structure, and compliance Maintain and improve reusable templates and boilerplate content for proposals and bids Keep pricing models up to date and version-controlled in Excel Own and maintain the team's Confluence space for internal processes and documentation Develop and improve the use of HubSpot CRM, including dashboard creation, workflows, and reporting Build a clear framework for tracking and reporting commercial KPIs Coordinate with cross-functional teams via Asana for internal planning and task management What Success Looks Like (6-12 Months) A full library of standardised, high-quality proposal templates in place Complex bids consistently delivered on time with minimal input required from BD team A clear and accurate pricing model maintained and used across proposals HubSpot CRM and reporting dashboards built and operational Internal documentation and process guidance live in Confluence and actively used Demonstrated understanding of our products and services, with the ability to confidently support bid development About You: 3+ years' experience in sales operations, bid management, or commercial coordination Proven experience with public sector procurement responses (PQQs, RFPs, ITTs) Strong writing skills and attention to detail Proficient in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel Familiar with tools such as HubSpot, Confluence, and Asana (or equivalent platforms) Organised, proactive, and comfortable managing multiple projects in parallel Interest in aviation or drone technology preferred Based in London with the ability to work from the office 3 days per week What We Offer: Competitive salary and benefits package. Opportunity to work in an innovative and growing industry. A collaborative and dynamic work environment with ample opportunities for professional development. Flexible working arrangements and a supportive team culture. How to Apply: If you're passionate about commercial operations and keen to be part of a pioneering company that is changing the future of transportation, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your experience and why you're a great fit for this role. Skyports is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Jul 17, 2025
Full time
Job Title: Commercial Operations Manager Location: London, UK Department: Commercial, Sales Type: Permanent, Full Time About Us: Founded in 2018, Skyports is at the forefront of the Advanced Air Mobility revolution, developing and operating cutting-edge infrastructure for electric air taxis and leveraging drone technology to transform business operations across industries. Our business is split into two key areas: Skyports Drone Services uses drones to streamline logistics, capture data, and enhance operational efficiency, with a focus on rural deliveries, surveying, surveillance, and maritime services. Skyports Infrastructure plays a vital role in the Urban Air Mobility ecosystem, designing, building, owning, and operating vertiports that enable eVTOL operators to take off and land in cities around the world. With our presence in this dynamic, high-growth industry, there has never been a more exciting time to be part of our mission to reshape the future of air mobility. T he Role: We are hiring a Commercial Operations Manager to improve how we manage and deliver bids, proposals, and internal commercial processes. This role is internal-facing and central to our ability to pursue and win new work. You'll coordinate complex bid efforts, manage proposal development, and own the systems and tools that support commercial activity. For smaller bids, you'll lead the process yourself, drawing on input from technical, regulatory, and operations teams. For larger programs, you'll coordinate external bid writers and manage the overall delivery and quality of submissions. Key Responsibilities: Proposal & Bid Management Develop, write and manage proposals in Word and PowerPoint Lead internal coordination across business development, technical, regulatory, and operations teams for bid inputs Manage external bid writers for larger or more complex proposals Respond to PQQs, RFPs, and ITTs, ensuring clarity, structure, and compliance Maintain and improve reusable templates and boilerplate content for proposals and bids Keep pricing models up to date and version-controlled in Excel Own and maintain the team's Confluence space for internal processes and documentation Develop and improve the use of HubSpot CRM, including dashboard creation, workflows, and reporting Build a clear framework for tracking and reporting commercial KPIs Coordinate with cross-functional teams via Asana for internal planning and task management What Success Looks Like (6-12 Months) A full library of standardised, high-quality proposal templates in place Complex bids consistently delivered on time with minimal input required from BD team A clear and accurate pricing model maintained and used across proposals HubSpot CRM and reporting dashboards built and operational Internal documentation and process guidance live in Confluence and actively used Demonstrated understanding of our products and services, with the ability to confidently support bid development About You: 3+ years' experience in sales operations, bid management, or commercial coordination Proven experience with public sector procurement responses (PQQs, RFPs, ITTs) Strong writing skills and attention to detail Proficient in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel Familiar with tools such as HubSpot, Confluence, and Asana (or equivalent platforms) Organised, proactive, and comfortable managing multiple projects in parallel Interest in aviation or drone technology preferred Based in London with the ability to work from the office 3 days per week What We Offer: Competitive salary and benefits package. Opportunity to work in an innovative and growing industry. A collaborative and dynamic work environment with ample opportunities for professional development. Flexible working arrangements and a supportive team culture. How to Apply: If you're passionate about commercial operations and keen to be part of a pioneering company that is changing the future of transportation, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your experience and why you're a great fit for this role. Skyports is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world? Watch Our Story: Each role within our organization contributes to our ability to make a positive difference globally. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible in your community and around the world. Our team of Bid Coordinator is highly organized and thorough. When it comes to submittals, our team manages responses from initiation to the client's final decision. You will work directly with business development, marketing leadership, sector leaders, principals, and other regional and office leaders across North America. Leads pursuits from initiation through qualification, proposal, interview, and selection, including all submittals, whether print or electronic. Manages large pursuit teams and high-pressure deadlines diligently. Understands the experience, knowledge, and project types required for the program. Collaborates with project managers, marketers/business developers, subconsultants, and subject matter experts. Works with internal staff such as writers and graphic designers. Evaluates and edits technical and non-technical proposal content. Gathers past project experience and develops personnel resumes. Conducts market sector research, identifying trends, growth areas, market changes, and competitors. Assists with capture planning. Maintains accurate pursuit status reports in the CRM system. Preferred Qualifications Ability and willingness to travel and engage with others in person. Required Qualifications Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications: Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint. Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud applications: InDesign. What We Believe HDR is our company. We build on each other's experiences and perspectives to make great things possible daily. This fosters our collaborative culture, organizational trust, and strengthens our connection to clients and communities. Our Commitment As employee owners, we all play a role in creating an inclusive environment where everyone is welcomed, valued, respected, and empowered to be authentic at work. Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) foster belonging and support, with executive sponsors and open participation for all employees. Primary Location United Kingdom-England-London Industry Marketing/Communications Schedule Full-time Employee Status Regular Business Class: Marketing and Admin Job Posting At HDR, we are committed to employment equity. We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest, or conviction records. Ready to learn more? Let's work together to make great things possible. We design solutions to the world's greatest challenges and are always looking for talented individuals to join our global teams.
Jul 17, 2025
Full time
At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world? Watch Our Story: Each role within our organization contributes to our ability to make a positive difference globally. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible in your community and around the world. Our team of Bid Coordinator is highly organized and thorough. When it comes to submittals, our team manages responses from initiation to the client's final decision. You will work directly with business development, marketing leadership, sector leaders, principals, and other regional and office leaders across North America. Leads pursuits from initiation through qualification, proposal, interview, and selection, including all submittals, whether print or electronic. Manages large pursuit teams and high-pressure deadlines diligently. Understands the experience, knowledge, and project types required for the program. Collaborates with project managers, marketers/business developers, subconsultants, and subject matter experts. Works with internal staff such as writers and graphic designers. Evaluates and edits technical and non-technical proposal content. Gathers past project experience and develops personnel resumes. Conducts market sector research, identifying trends, growth areas, market changes, and competitors. Assists with capture planning. Maintains accurate pursuit status reports in the CRM system. Preferred Qualifications Ability and willingness to travel and engage with others in person. Required Qualifications Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications: Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint. Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud applications: InDesign. What We Believe HDR is our company. We build on each other's experiences and perspectives to make great things possible daily. This fosters our collaborative culture, organizational trust, and strengthens our connection to clients and communities. Our Commitment As employee owners, we all play a role in creating an inclusive environment where everyone is welcomed, valued, respected, and empowered to be authentic at work. Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) foster belonging and support, with executive sponsors and open participation for all employees. Primary Location United Kingdom-England-London Industry Marketing/Communications Schedule Full-time Employee Status Regular Business Class: Marketing and Admin Job Posting At HDR, we are committed to employment equity. We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest, or conviction records. Ready to learn more? Let's work together to make great things possible. We design solutions to the world's greatest challenges and are always looking for talented individuals to join our global teams.
Bid Writer Home " Construction " Bid Writer Salary: £40,000 Plus Package Location: East London Region: London Bid Writer - East London - £40,000 Plus Package A Bid Writer is urgently required to work for a well-respected main contractor with a very high profit turnover. You will be working on projects including residential, commercial, education and healthcare. Key Responsibilities: Oversee all bids within the department to ensure consistent content, message and presentation Make sure all bids have a win strategy that is communicated to all of the members on the. Develop a strategy for winning each individual bid. Manage final negotiations leading to Contract signing. Experience & Qualifications: You are required to have a relevant construction degree. Experience of bid management. Proven success in winning bids/tenders in the construction industry. Well-developed presentation and communication skills. High quality presentational skills. Track record of successfully managing multiple bids. The rewards for working for this highly successful main contractor are, a car allowance, a great healthcare and one of the best pension available in the construction industry. If you are a Bid Manager with the right experience and you are interested in this role, please apply with an updated CV. Apply For This Job Title Name Address Postcode Your Email Attach CV
Jul 17, 2025
Full time
Bid Writer Home " Construction " Bid Writer Salary: £40,000 Plus Package Location: East London Region: London Bid Writer - East London - £40,000 Plus Package A Bid Writer is urgently required to work for a well-respected main contractor with a very high profit turnover. You will be working on projects including residential, commercial, education and healthcare. Key Responsibilities: Oversee all bids within the department to ensure consistent content, message and presentation Make sure all bids have a win strategy that is communicated to all of the members on the. Develop a strategy for winning each individual bid. Manage final negotiations leading to Contract signing. Experience & Qualifications: You are required to have a relevant construction degree. Experience of bid management. Proven success in winning bids/tenders in the construction industry. Well-developed presentation and communication skills. High quality presentational skills. Track record of successfully managing multiple bids. The rewards for working for this highly successful main contractor are, a car allowance, a great healthcare and one of the best pension available in the construction industry. If you are a Bid Manager with the right experience and you are interested in this role, please apply with an updated CV. Apply For This Job Title Name Address Postcode Your Email Attach CV
Bid Writer - Civil / Utilities Projects Home " Civil " Bid Writer - Civil / Utilities Projects Salary: £35,000 - £50,000 + Pkg (DOE) Location: North London Regions: London, Middlesex, South East We are looking for an experienced Bid Writer to join a regional contractor based from thier HQ in North London. This will be working within the Civil Engineering / Utilities function, tendering for major projects / frameworks to add to their increasingly impressive order book. Candidate Requirements Degree Qualified (English Language/ Literature preferred) Previous experience as a Bid Writer working for a main contractor (civil engineering preferred) Excellent MS Word & Office understanding Creative approach to producing submissions for demanding clients Roles and Responsibilities Producing written responses for PQQs and Tenders including; unique responses, references, case studies, CVs (in liaison with Bid Coordinators) and project experience. Supporting the Head of Submissions and Bid Managers in the production of PQQ and Tender responses, and associated components. Ensuring compliance with the Work Winning processes and procedures to manage submissions and bid-related information. Supporting briefings, kick-off meetings and progress meetings. Ensuring all tender documentation is presented to a uniformly high standard, editing and proofreading submission documents, as well as (when required) coordinating and supporting in the production and finalisation of documents. Facilitating storyboarding sessions with subject matter experts, taking ownership to completion. Preparing graphics such as flow charts, diagrams and organisation charts Ongoing support of contributors with content development and responses, by assessing whether the questions are being answered (1st drafts and red review process) in liaison with Bid Coordinators. Providing feedback to the Head of Submissions, Bid Managers and Bid Coordinators of progress with responses. Creating the final publication, and with the team, ensuring the bid is delivered to the client on time. Maintaining the Document Management System ensuring a complete record of the submission is maintained for future review or scrutiny. Identify and re-work existing pre-written content where relevant. Work to demanding and changeable deadlines, in a highly pressured environment. If interested please submit a copy of your most up to date CV and we will get back to you as soon as we can. Apply For This Job Title Name Address Postcode Your Email Attach CV
Jul 17, 2025
Full time
Bid Writer - Civil / Utilities Projects Home " Civil " Bid Writer - Civil / Utilities Projects Salary: £35,000 - £50,000 + Pkg (DOE) Location: North London Regions: London, Middlesex, South East We are looking for an experienced Bid Writer to join a regional contractor based from thier HQ in North London. This will be working within the Civil Engineering / Utilities function, tendering for major projects / frameworks to add to their increasingly impressive order book. Candidate Requirements Degree Qualified (English Language/ Literature preferred) Previous experience as a Bid Writer working for a main contractor (civil engineering preferred) Excellent MS Word & Office understanding Creative approach to producing submissions for demanding clients Roles and Responsibilities Producing written responses for PQQs and Tenders including; unique responses, references, case studies, CVs (in liaison with Bid Coordinators) and project experience. Supporting the Head of Submissions and Bid Managers in the production of PQQ and Tender responses, and associated components. Ensuring compliance with the Work Winning processes and procedures to manage submissions and bid-related information. Supporting briefings, kick-off meetings and progress meetings. Ensuring all tender documentation is presented to a uniformly high standard, editing and proofreading submission documents, as well as (when required) coordinating and supporting in the production and finalisation of documents. Facilitating storyboarding sessions with subject matter experts, taking ownership to completion. Preparing graphics such as flow charts, diagrams and organisation charts Ongoing support of contributors with content development and responses, by assessing whether the questions are being answered (1st drafts and red review process) in liaison with Bid Coordinators. Providing feedback to the Head of Submissions, Bid Managers and Bid Coordinators of progress with responses. Creating the final publication, and with the team, ensuring the bid is delivered to the client on time. Maintaining the Document Management System ensuring a complete record of the submission is maintained for future review or scrutiny. Identify and re-work existing pre-written content where relevant. Work to demanding and changeable deadlines, in a highly pressured environment. If interested please submit a copy of your most up to date CV and we will get back to you as soon as we can. Apply For This Job Title Name Address Postcode Your Email Attach CV
Location: London; Department: Arts; Job Category: 2-year, fixed-term contract; Pay Band: 6 (£19,370 - 23,795) The Organisation The British Council was founded to create 'a friendly knowledge and understanding' between the people of the UK and wider world by making a positive contribution to the countries we work with, and in doing so making a lasting difference to the UK's international standing, prosperity and security. The programmes we use to do this are wide-ranging and cover the arts, education, English, science and society. The Arts Our UK Arts team works with the British Council's global network of offices to achieve significant impact and change by finding new ways of connecting and seeing each other through the arts. Our team in the UK has three main groupings: we have six art form teams; three cross-disciplinary teams; and three country-specific teams in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. Our aim is to see stronger creative sectors across the world that are better connected with the UK. We believe arts and culture are vital to prosperous, secure societies, and that offering international cultural connections and experiences strengthens their resilience. We are uniquely able to make a difference thanks to our extensive and diverse networks in the UK and internationally, enabling us to respond to the individual context of each place we work in. The Team In the Literature team we use our connections and understanding of the UK contemporary literature sector to advise and support our international colleagues on working with literature within cultural relations programmes and provide a link to the UK. Together we develop projects to encourage showcasing, collaboration and professional exchange. We work in partnership writers and other literature professionals to build relationships between the reading, writing and publishing communities in the UK and around the world. The Opportunity We have an excellent opportunity for a Literature Co-ordinator to provide administrative support, project assistance and professional sector liaison, making efficient use of processes and systems to ensure the smooth running and satisfactory delivery of the Literature team's work. The successful candidate must demonstrate the following essential knowledge and experience: Experience of office administration: for example, organising travel, finance, mailbox, events and diary management. Knowledge of and interest in the UK Literature sector and a wide range of contemporary UK writing. Some of the main opportunities/challenges include: Successfully prioritise workload in order to balance the competing demands of a busy split-site team. Working effectively with a range of administrative systems to write contracts, manage travel bookings and other project-related logistics to ensure the smooth running of cultural relations programmes. Maintaining detailed, up-to-date records of contacts and activity to support literature programming and evaluation. Represent the Literature team at professional events across the UK and feed back to the team to support the development of programmes and partnerships. Equality Comment and Equality of Opportunity (UK) Valuing diversity is essential to the British Council's work. We aim to abide by and promote equality legislation by following both the letter and the spirit of it to try and avoid unjustified discrimination, recognising discrimination as a barrier to equality of opportunity, inclusion and human rights. All staff worldwide are required to ensure their behaviour is consistent with our policies. The British Council is committed to a policy of equal opportunity and is keen to reflect the diversity of UK society at every level within the organisation. We welcome applications from all sections of the community. In line with the British Council's Child Protection policy, any appointment is contingent on thorough checks. In the UK, and in other countries where appropriate systems exist, these include criminal records checks. Benefits Generous pension 32 days annual leave Flexible working policy Childcare vouchers Season ticket loan The closing date is 10 August 2017 at 23:59 UK time, and we are looking to schedule the interviews on 31 August and 1 September. Further details here .
Jul 17, 2025
Full time
Location: London; Department: Arts; Job Category: 2-year, fixed-term contract; Pay Band: 6 (£19,370 - 23,795) The Organisation The British Council was founded to create 'a friendly knowledge and understanding' between the people of the UK and wider world by making a positive contribution to the countries we work with, and in doing so making a lasting difference to the UK's international standing, prosperity and security. The programmes we use to do this are wide-ranging and cover the arts, education, English, science and society. The Arts Our UK Arts team works with the British Council's global network of offices to achieve significant impact and change by finding new ways of connecting and seeing each other through the arts. Our team in the UK has three main groupings: we have six art form teams; three cross-disciplinary teams; and three country-specific teams in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. Our aim is to see stronger creative sectors across the world that are better connected with the UK. We believe arts and culture are vital to prosperous, secure societies, and that offering international cultural connections and experiences strengthens their resilience. We are uniquely able to make a difference thanks to our extensive and diverse networks in the UK and internationally, enabling us to respond to the individual context of each place we work in. The Team In the Literature team we use our connections and understanding of the UK contemporary literature sector to advise and support our international colleagues on working with literature within cultural relations programmes and provide a link to the UK. Together we develop projects to encourage showcasing, collaboration and professional exchange. We work in partnership writers and other literature professionals to build relationships between the reading, writing and publishing communities in the UK and around the world. The Opportunity We have an excellent opportunity for a Literature Co-ordinator to provide administrative support, project assistance and professional sector liaison, making efficient use of processes and systems to ensure the smooth running and satisfactory delivery of the Literature team's work. The successful candidate must demonstrate the following essential knowledge and experience: Experience of office administration: for example, organising travel, finance, mailbox, events and diary management. Knowledge of and interest in the UK Literature sector and a wide range of contemporary UK writing. Some of the main opportunities/challenges include: Successfully prioritise workload in order to balance the competing demands of a busy split-site team. Working effectively with a range of administrative systems to write contracts, manage travel bookings and other project-related logistics to ensure the smooth running of cultural relations programmes. Maintaining detailed, up-to-date records of contacts and activity to support literature programming and evaluation. Represent the Literature team at professional events across the UK and feed back to the team to support the development of programmes and partnerships. Equality Comment and Equality of Opportunity (UK) Valuing diversity is essential to the British Council's work. We aim to abide by and promote equality legislation by following both the letter and the spirit of it to try and avoid unjustified discrimination, recognising discrimination as a barrier to equality of opportunity, inclusion and human rights. All staff worldwide are required to ensure their behaviour is consistent with our policies. The British Council is committed to a policy of equal opportunity and is keen to reflect the diversity of UK society at every level within the organisation. We welcome applications from all sections of the community. In line with the British Council's Child Protection policy, any appointment is contingent on thorough checks. In the UK, and in other countries where appropriate systems exist, these include criminal records checks. Benefits Generous pension 32 days annual leave Flexible working policy Childcare vouchers Season ticket loan The closing date is 10 August 2017 at 23:59 UK time, and we are looking to schedule the interviews on 31 August and 1 September. Further details here .
Bid/Proposal Writer £50,000- £55,000 Home " Construction " Bid/Proposal Writer £50,000- £55,000 Salary: £50,000 - £55,000 Location: South East London Regions: London, South East A leading UK contractor is seeking a Bid Writer to join their team permanently in Central London. They are involved in a number of exciting projects, some worth up to £100,000,000. Due to growth and expansion, they are expecting a turnover of up to half a billion pounds by 2020. The Bid Writer role is suitable for someone with a good understanding of tender processes and strong interpersonal skills. The Bid Writer will manage bid submissions, proposals, and the entire tender process. The ideal Bid Writer will have strong organizational and project management skills, with a keen eye for detail. They should also possess excellent communication skills, demonstrated in both written and verbal formats. Key Skills and Responsibilities: Gather information to meet pre-qualification requirements Research information for proposals Support the production of presentations for interviews Build and maintain relationships with graphic designers Report progress to the BDM and identify needs Essential Skills and Qualifications: Proficient in IT Extensive knowledge and experience of the social housing market Excellent verbal and written communication skills Progression Opportunities: Senior Bid Manager If you have previous experience in Bid Writing , apply now. Note: Due to high application volume, candidates without relevant experience will not be contacted. Apply For This Job Title Name Address Postcode Your Email Attach CV
Jul 17, 2025
Full time
Bid/Proposal Writer £50,000- £55,000 Home " Construction " Bid/Proposal Writer £50,000- £55,000 Salary: £50,000 - £55,000 Location: South East London Regions: London, South East A leading UK contractor is seeking a Bid Writer to join their team permanently in Central London. They are involved in a number of exciting projects, some worth up to £100,000,000. Due to growth and expansion, they are expecting a turnover of up to half a billion pounds by 2020. The Bid Writer role is suitable for someone with a good understanding of tender processes and strong interpersonal skills. The Bid Writer will manage bid submissions, proposals, and the entire tender process. The ideal Bid Writer will have strong organizational and project management skills, with a keen eye for detail. They should also possess excellent communication skills, demonstrated in both written and verbal formats. Key Skills and Responsibilities: Gather information to meet pre-qualification requirements Research information for proposals Support the production of presentations for interviews Build and maintain relationships with graphic designers Report progress to the BDM and identify needs Essential Skills and Qualifications: Proficient in IT Extensive knowledge and experience of the social housing market Excellent verbal and written communication skills Progression Opportunities: Senior Bid Manager If you have previous experience in Bid Writing , apply now. Note: Due to high application volume, candidates without relevant experience will not be contacted. Apply For This Job Title Name Address Postcode Your Email Attach CV
Proposal Manager Remote role to live within 2 hours of Luton ideally Are you a skilled writer with a passion for crafting persuasive, client-focused proposals? We re looking for a Proposal Manager to join our high-performing team at Churchill. In this hands-on, end-to-end role, you ll take the lead in producing high-quality tender responses that clearly communicate Churchill s strengths and value within the Facilities Management sector. Working closely with subject matter experts across the business, you ll shape compelling, strategic submissions that align with our bid strategy and win themes. This is a collaborative and fast-paced role where strong communication, attention to detail, and the ability to thrive under pressure are essential. You ll play a critical role in helping us win new business and drive the continued growth of Churchill. As Proposal Manager, you ll be: Owning the full bid lifecycle from early-stage qualification (PQQs/EOIs) through to submission and post-bid clarifications Collaborating with operational, commercial, and subject matter experts to shape innovative, commercially sound solutions Leading bid kick-offs, storyboarding, and review sessions to align teams and focus on client priorities Writing and refining persuasive, client-focused content aligned with win themes and brand tone Ensuring submissions are compliant, professionally presented, and tailored to each client s requirements Developing compelling win themes and benefit-led narratives that clearly differentiate our offering Supporting the creation of presentations and clarification responses under tight deadlines Managing bid timelines and stakeholder communications with clarity and efficiency Conducting client and market research to strengthen proposals and inform strategy As Proposal Manager you ll have: Proven experience leading end-to-end soft FM or cleaning services bids. APMP Foundation certification (or equivalent) ideal or in process Excellent written and verbal English communication skills Exceptional attention to detail, grammar, and formatting standards Strong interpersonal skills and ability to influence across all levels of the business. Confidence working with cross-functional teams and managing multiple priorities simultaneously. High proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook); InDesign experience is a plus. A proactive, solutions-focused mindset and passion for continuous improvement What we offer you The opportunity to be part of one of the fastest-growing specialist FM providers in the UK. This means that as our teams continue to grow, so can you. The good stuff We are employee-owned, making you a beneficiary of our future success 33 days holiday Company sick pay Flexible benefits, which include the opportunity to buy up to 5 days extra holiday Maternity and Paternity pay 24hr online GP access as well as mental health, wellness, financial and legal support Life assurance cover Two paid volunteering days annually from beach cleans to supporting your local community. You choose More than 250 perks and hundreds of exclusive deals and discounts Lots of training, development and apprenticeships opportunities programmes to grow and progress your career Our Mosaic committee and Mental Health First Aiders leading the change on all things Wellbeing, Diversity & Inclusion at Churchill All year-round recognition and annual awards programme to thank our shining stars Our commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Churchill is an inclusive, equal opportunity employer and seeks to attract, develop and retain the best people from the widest network. We re committed to ensuring that all candidates are treated fairly, and with respect and dignity. Reasonable adjustments Please let us know if there are any adjustments, we can make to support you during our recruitment process. We re happy to help.
Jul 17, 2025
Full time
Proposal Manager Remote role to live within 2 hours of Luton ideally Are you a skilled writer with a passion for crafting persuasive, client-focused proposals? We re looking for a Proposal Manager to join our high-performing team at Churchill. In this hands-on, end-to-end role, you ll take the lead in producing high-quality tender responses that clearly communicate Churchill s strengths and value within the Facilities Management sector. Working closely with subject matter experts across the business, you ll shape compelling, strategic submissions that align with our bid strategy and win themes. This is a collaborative and fast-paced role where strong communication, attention to detail, and the ability to thrive under pressure are essential. You ll play a critical role in helping us win new business and drive the continued growth of Churchill. As Proposal Manager, you ll be: Owning the full bid lifecycle from early-stage qualification (PQQs/EOIs) through to submission and post-bid clarifications Collaborating with operational, commercial, and subject matter experts to shape innovative, commercially sound solutions Leading bid kick-offs, storyboarding, and review sessions to align teams and focus on client priorities Writing and refining persuasive, client-focused content aligned with win themes and brand tone Ensuring submissions are compliant, professionally presented, and tailored to each client s requirements Developing compelling win themes and benefit-led narratives that clearly differentiate our offering Supporting the creation of presentations and clarification responses under tight deadlines Managing bid timelines and stakeholder communications with clarity and efficiency Conducting client and market research to strengthen proposals and inform strategy As Proposal Manager you ll have: Proven experience leading end-to-end soft FM or cleaning services bids. APMP Foundation certification (or equivalent) ideal or in process Excellent written and verbal English communication skills Exceptional attention to detail, grammar, and formatting standards Strong interpersonal skills and ability to influence across all levels of the business. Confidence working with cross-functional teams and managing multiple priorities simultaneously. High proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook); InDesign experience is a plus. A proactive, solutions-focused mindset and passion for continuous improvement What we offer you The opportunity to be part of one of the fastest-growing specialist FM providers in the UK. This means that as our teams continue to grow, so can you. The good stuff We are employee-owned, making you a beneficiary of our future success 33 days holiday Company sick pay Flexible benefits, which include the opportunity to buy up to 5 days extra holiday Maternity and Paternity pay 24hr online GP access as well as mental health, wellness, financial and legal support Life assurance cover Two paid volunteering days annually from beach cleans to supporting your local community. You choose More than 250 perks and hundreds of exclusive deals and discounts Lots of training, development and apprenticeships opportunities programmes to grow and progress your career Our Mosaic committee and Mental Health First Aiders leading the change on all things Wellbeing, Diversity & Inclusion at Churchill All year-round recognition and annual awards programme to thank our shining stars Our commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Churchill is an inclusive, equal opportunity employer and seeks to attract, develop and retain the best people from the widest network. We re committed to ensuring that all candidates are treated fairly, and with respect and dignity. Reasonable adjustments Please let us know if there are any adjustments, we can make to support you during our recruitment process. We re happy to help.
Job Title: Bid Writer/Coordinator Location: Birchwood, Warrington (WA3 6YE) Salary: 32,000- 35,000 (DOE) Shifts: Monday- Friday 37.5 hour per week Contract Type: Permanent We are currently recruiting for a Bid Writer/Coordinator for our client based in the Birchwood area of Warrington. Reporting to the Head of Bids & Tenders you will be responsible for the creation and submission of various large, national tenders and supporting the National Accounts team with the renewal of current agreements. As a Bid Writer/Coordinator your duties will be: - " Identifying opportunities. " Preparing and submitting proposals. " Renewal of current agreements. " Creating, filling, and compiling bid documents according to client requirements. " Assisting in the creation of high-quality, compelling bid content. " Ensuring the bid is delivered on time and in the correct format. " Craft compelling, persuasive, and compliant written responses to formal tender opportunities, ultimately helping businesses win contracts. The successful Bid Writer/Coordinator will have the following skills: - " Previous experience within a similar role. " Must have some form of Bid Writing experience. " Ability to manage the tender process from compilation to submission. " Excellent communicator that offers a high attention to detail with an excellent editing and proofing ability. " Must be deadline driven with effective time management skills. " Able to work as part of a team to ensure the business receive accurate, high-quality information from all bid stakeholders in order to produce an excellent bid.
Jul 17, 2025
Full time
Job Title: Bid Writer/Coordinator Location: Birchwood, Warrington (WA3 6YE) Salary: 32,000- 35,000 (DOE) Shifts: Monday- Friday 37.5 hour per week Contract Type: Permanent We are currently recruiting for a Bid Writer/Coordinator for our client based in the Birchwood area of Warrington. Reporting to the Head of Bids & Tenders you will be responsible for the creation and submission of various large, national tenders and supporting the National Accounts team with the renewal of current agreements. As a Bid Writer/Coordinator your duties will be: - " Identifying opportunities. " Preparing and submitting proposals. " Renewal of current agreements. " Creating, filling, and compiling bid documents according to client requirements. " Assisting in the creation of high-quality, compelling bid content. " Ensuring the bid is delivered on time and in the correct format. " Craft compelling, persuasive, and compliant written responses to formal tender opportunities, ultimately helping businesses win contracts. The successful Bid Writer/Coordinator will have the following skills: - " Previous experience within a similar role. " Must have some form of Bid Writing experience. " Ability to manage the tender process from compilation to submission. " Excellent communicator that offers a high attention to detail with an excellent editing and proofing ability. " Must be deadline driven with effective time management skills. " Able to work as part of a team to ensure the business receive accurate, high-quality information from all bid stakeholders in order to produce an excellent bid.
Business Development Director Home " Construction " Business Development Director Salary: £80,000 + benefits Location: London Region: London Business Development Director urgently required for an established privately owned Building Contractor who have a mixture of projects within Social Housing, Education, Local Authorities, Housing Associations, Police, Fire Service, Health Authorities and various private clients. This high profile role is fully responsible for bringing enquiries into the company, promote and raise the profile of the company, ensure sufficient enquiries are recieved to achieve target turnover and ensure the company remains on current tender lists and apply for any lists the company may not be on. To actively raise the profile of the company to existing and potential clients ensuring clients understand the services provided. This will include attending appropriate functions, conferences, preparing and displaying company exhibition material and meeting clients at all levels within their organisations. To actively build relationships with clients at all levels appropriate to being awarded work. This role is responsible for Business Development Managers and Bid Writers and will report into the Managing Director. Apply For This Job Title Name Address Postcode Your Email Attach CV
Jul 17, 2025
Full time
Business Development Director Home " Construction " Business Development Director Salary: £80,000 + benefits Location: London Region: London Business Development Director urgently required for an established privately owned Building Contractor who have a mixture of projects within Social Housing, Education, Local Authorities, Housing Associations, Police, Fire Service, Health Authorities and various private clients. This high profile role is fully responsible for bringing enquiries into the company, promote and raise the profile of the company, ensure sufficient enquiries are recieved to achieve target turnover and ensure the company remains on current tender lists and apply for any lists the company may not be on. To actively raise the profile of the company to existing and potential clients ensuring clients understand the services provided. This will include attending appropriate functions, conferences, preparing and displaying company exhibition material and meeting clients at all levels within their organisations. To actively build relationships with clients at all levels appropriate to being awarded work. This role is responsible for Business Development Managers and Bid Writers and will report into the Managing Director. Apply For This Job Title Name Address Postcode Your Email Attach CV
Bid Writer Facilities Management (Cleaning & Security) Location: Warrington (Hybrid: 2 days in office, 3 days remote) Salary: £40,000 per annum Job Type: Full-time, Permanent Overview Are you a skilled Bid Writer with a passion for crafting compelling proposals? We re looking for an experienced Bid Writer to join our growing team within the facilities management sector , with a focus on cleaning and security services . Based in Warrington , this hybrid role offers the flexibility of working 3 days from home and 2 days in our modern office . This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking FM provider with a strong reputation for delivering tailored solutions across the UK. Key Responsibilities Create persuasive, high-quality written content for tenders, PQQs, RFPs , and framework submissions Collaborate with operational and commercial teams to gather technical input Review client requirements and ensure bid responses are tailored, compliant, and compelling Write and edit case studies, methodology documents, and supporting materials Maintain and update a central bid library of model answers and boilerplate content Track bid deadlines and manage submission processes from start to finish Conduct post-bid analysis to support continuous improvement Requirements Proven experience as a Bid Writer in the facilities management , cleaning , or security sector Excellent written communication and attention to detail Strong project management and timekeeping skills Ability to translate technical input into clear, client-focused proposals Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Word and PowerPoint) Self-motivated, organised, and comfortable working both independently and as part of a team What We Offer Competitive salary of £40,000 per annum Hybrid working model (3 days remote, 2 days office-based in Warrington) Supportive, collaborative team environment Opportunities for career development in a fast-growing company 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Company pension scheme and other benefits Why Join Us? We re a trusted provider of integrated facilities management services across the UK, with a specialist focus on cleaning and security . Our bid team plays a key role in driving our growth and winning new contracts and you ll be right at the heart of that success. How to Apply If you're a talented Bid Writer looking for your next challenge in a flexible, dynamic environment, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now with your CV and a cover letter.
Jul 17, 2025
Full time
Bid Writer Facilities Management (Cleaning & Security) Location: Warrington (Hybrid: 2 days in office, 3 days remote) Salary: £40,000 per annum Job Type: Full-time, Permanent Overview Are you a skilled Bid Writer with a passion for crafting compelling proposals? We re looking for an experienced Bid Writer to join our growing team within the facilities management sector , with a focus on cleaning and security services . Based in Warrington , this hybrid role offers the flexibility of working 3 days from home and 2 days in our modern office . This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking FM provider with a strong reputation for delivering tailored solutions across the UK. Key Responsibilities Create persuasive, high-quality written content for tenders, PQQs, RFPs , and framework submissions Collaborate with operational and commercial teams to gather technical input Review client requirements and ensure bid responses are tailored, compliant, and compelling Write and edit case studies, methodology documents, and supporting materials Maintain and update a central bid library of model answers and boilerplate content Track bid deadlines and manage submission processes from start to finish Conduct post-bid analysis to support continuous improvement Requirements Proven experience as a Bid Writer in the facilities management , cleaning , or security sector Excellent written communication and attention to detail Strong project management and timekeeping skills Ability to translate technical input into clear, client-focused proposals Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Word and PowerPoint) Self-motivated, organised, and comfortable working both independently and as part of a team What We Offer Competitive salary of £40,000 per annum Hybrid working model (3 days remote, 2 days office-based in Warrington) Supportive, collaborative team environment Opportunities for career development in a fast-growing company 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Company pension scheme and other benefits Why Join Us? We re a trusted provider of integrated facilities management services across the UK, with a specialist focus on cleaning and security . Our bid team plays a key role in driving our growth and winning new contracts and you ll be right at the heart of that success. How to Apply If you're a talented Bid Writer looking for your next challenge in a flexible, dynamic environment, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now with your CV and a cover letter.
A leading organisation in the heating and renewables sector is looking for a Bid Writer / Manager to drive growth and shape the future of its bid strategy. This is a high-impact role for a strategic thinker and persuasive communicator who thrives in a fast-paced, commercially driven environment. The Opportunity Reporting directly to the Deputy Managing Director, this role is central to delivering ambitious growth plans. It's about more than writing - this is about managing the full bid lifecycle, from strategy to submission, and influencing outcomes at the highest level. What You'll Be Doing Writing bids for public and private sector opportunities Collaborating with senior leaders, subject matter experts, and cross-functional teams to craft compelling, winning proposals Innovating bid design and storytelling to stand out in a competitive market Driving a one-team approach across Business Development, Operations, Pricing, and Service Delivery Monitoring industry trends and competitor activity to keep bids sharp and relevant What You'll Bring Proven success writing or managing high-value bids, especially in the utilities, social housing or construction industries Strong writing skills with a flair for persuasive, clear, and compliant content Strategic mindset with the ability to think analytically and creatively Resilience, influence, and a track record of delivering results under pressure Confident people manager with excellent interpersonal skills
Jul 17, 2025
Full time
A leading organisation in the heating and renewables sector is looking for a Bid Writer / Manager to drive growth and shape the future of its bid strategy. This is a high-impact role for a strategic thinker and persuasive communicator who thrives in a fast-paced, commercially driven environment. The Opportunity Reporting directly to the Deputy Managing Director, this role is central to delivering ambitious growth plans. It's about more than writing - this is about managing the full bid lifecycle, from strategy to submission, and influencing outcomes at the highest level. What You'll Be Doing Writing bids for public and private sector opportunities Collaborating with senior leaders, subject matter experts, and cross-functional teams to craft compelling, winning proposals Innovating bid design and storytelling to stand out in a competitive market Driving a one-team approach across Business Development, Operations, Pricing, and Service Delivery Monitoring industry trends and competitor activity to keep bids sharp and relevant What You'll Bring Proven success writing or managing high-value bids, especially in the utilities, social housing or construction industries Strong writing skills with a flair for persuasive, clear, and compliant content Strategic mindset with the ability to think analytically and creatively Resilience, influence, and a track record of delivering results under pressure Confident people manager with excellent interpersonal skills
Change your job, change your workplace, change your future We are actively building diverse teams and welcome applications from everyone Role: Pre-Sales Technical Writer Located: Northampton (Ricoh operate a vibrant working policy giving you flexible hybrid working options) Package: Competitive salary, Pension, Benefits About Ricoh: Ricoh is a global technology business. As a company born in print, we design and manufacture graphic solutions that transform communications. To keep up with the pace of change in the workplace, we have built an extensive portfolio of innovative, industry-leading digital services spanning everything from Cloud & IT infrastructure solutions to process automation tools. Everything we do is designed to help individuals achieve fulfilment through work. Through technology, we make work smarter and more creative. Enabling people to lead purposeful working lives and organisations to become more productive, sustainable and profitable. Find out more about Ricoh Today What you will be doing Analyse tender documents and gather technical solution data from Pre-Sales Subject Matter Experts Collaborate with Pre-Sales across Ricoh s Portfolio of Professional Products and Services. Work with Pre-Sales to write high quality bid responses that deliver both business and technical solutions that meet each customer s specific needs. Structure proposals to meet evaluation criteria and convey messages in a logical sequence. Highlight unique selling points and technical advantages. Attend bid kick off calls and contribute to solution meetings. Review and revise documents prepared by others. Develop and maintain a library of materials addressing popular topics in our evolving marketplace. Understand and conceptually articulate how Ricoh s Portfolio of Professional Products could be deployed into customer environments to achieve their overall objectives / evaluation criteria. To be able to demonstrate & articulate enthusiasm for software, services and technology that can be trans-formative in the modern workplace You will ideally have A solid understanding of the technical and business concepts surrounding the following areas:- - Print Management - Scan & Capture Solutions - Content Aware / Business Intelligence Solutions - Cloud / SaaS Solutions & concepts - Networking fundamentals - Information Security - Document Workflow Principles Solid ability to research new subject matter Ability to liaise professionally with subject matter experts when needed Confidence to logically plan and write responses from first principles Excellent written and oral English skills with a good understanding of effective Bid writing Ideally to have gained some experience in a successful Bid writing function with some understanding of the bid processes in both the Public Sector and Commercial Sector Able to demonstrate resourcefulness and resilience given the strict timescales attached to each bid Professional and confident in manner, and possessing excellent communication skills, demonstrating the ability to deal effectively with internal/external customers, peers, management and the wider business Demonstrate the ability to balance business and commercial risks with the requirements of our customer s and desire to win new business Resilient and able to operate in a commercial environment, often working flexible hours to achieve deadlines, sharing responsibility Excellent time and priority management skills. A proven record of the ability to manage multiple opportunities at the same time IT literate Must have advanced MS Word and MS Excel skills, also have a good IT capability to learn the use of other software packages such as proposal software We are an equal opportunities employer We are open to discussing adjustments to the recruitment process if needed. No applicant or employee will be treated less favourably than another on the grounds of a protected characteristic which are defined as sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender reassignment, trade union membership or non-membership, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race and religion or belief. Striving for inclusion and diversity isn t just the right thing to do. Diverse approaches, perspectives and experiences make us more innovative, lead to better decisions and help us better understand the needs of our customers. To empower you to bring your full identity to work, we have employee-led affinity groups in LGBTQ+, gender and ethnicity that allow members to explore issues and challenges surrounding shared identities, experiences and beliefs. Click here to learn more about life at Ricoh.
Jul 17, 2025
Contractor
Change your job, change your workplace, change your future We are actively building diverse teams and welcome applications from everyone Role: Pre-Sales Technical Writer Located: Northampton (Ricoh operate a vibrant working policy giving you flexible hybrid working options) Package: Competitive salary, Pension, Benefits About Ricoh: Ricoh is a global technology business. As a company born in print, we design and manufacture graphic solutions that transform communications. To keep up with the pace of change in the workplace, we have built an extensive portfolio of innovative, industry-leading digital services spanning everything from Cloud & IT infrastructure solutions to process automation tools. Everything we do is designed to help individuals achieve fulfilment through work. Through technology, we make work smarter and more creative. Enabling people to lead purposeful working lives and organisations to become more productive, sustainable and profitable. Find out more about Ricoh Today What you will be doing Analyse tender documents and gather technical solution data from Pre-Sales Subject Matter Experts Collaborate with Pre-Sales across Ricoh s Portfolio of Professional Products and Services. Work with Pre-Sales to write high quality bid responses that deliver both business and technical solutions that meet each customer s specific needs. Structure proposals to meet evaluation criteria and convey messages in a logical sequence. Highlight unique selling points and technical advantages. Attend bid kick off calls and contribute to solution meetings. Review and revise documents prepared by others. Develop and maintain a library of materials addressing popular topics in our evolving marketplace. Understand and conceptually articulate how Ricoh s Portfolio of Professional Products could be deployed into customer environments to achieve their overall objectives / evaluation criteria. To be able to demonstrate & articulate enthusiasm for software, services and technology that can be trans-formative in the modern workplace You will ideally have A solid understanding of the technical and business concepts surrounding the following areas:- - Print Management - Scan & Capture Solutions - Content Aware / Business Intelligence Solutions - Cloud / SaaS Solutions & concepts - Networking fundamentals - Information Security - Document Workflow Principles Solid ability to research new subject matter Ability to liaise professionally with subject matter experts when needed Confidence to logically plan and write responses from first principles Excellent written and oral English skills with a good understanding of effective Bid writing Ideally to have gained some experience in a successful Bid writing function with some understanding of the bid processes in both the Public Sector and Commercial Sector Able to demonstrate resourcefulness and resilience given the strict timescales attached to each bid Professional and confident in manner, and possessing excellent communication skills, demonstrating the ability to deal effectively with internal/external customers, peers, management and the wider business Demonstrate the ability to balance business and commercial risks with the requirements of our customer s and desire to win new business Resilient and able to operate in a commercial environment, often working flexible hours to achieve deadlines, sharing responsibility Excellent time and priority management skills. A proven record of the ability to manage multiple opportunities at the same time IT literate Must have advanced MS Word and MS Excel skills, also have a good IT capability to learn the use of other software packages such as proposal software We are an equal opportunities employer We are open to discussing adjustments to the recruitment process if needed. No applicant or employee will be treated less favourably than another on the grounds of a protected characteristic which are defined as sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender reassignment, trade union membership or non-membership, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race and religion or belief. Striving for inclusion and diversity isn t just the right thing to do. Diverse approaches, perspectives and experiences make us more innovative, lead to better decisions and help us better understand the needs of our customers. To empower you to bring your full identity to work, we have employee-led affinity groups in LGBTQ+, gender and ethnicity that allow members to explore issues and challenges surrounding shared identities, experiences and beliefs. Click here to learn more about life at Ricoh.
Prospero Health & Social Care is a leading force in the health and social care recruitment industry, dedicated to connecting skilled professionals with rewarding opportunities. We are launching an exciting new CQC Registered department, and as we expand our services, we are seeking a talented and experienced Bid Writer to join our team and play a key role in securing new business within the health click apply for full job details
Jul 17, 2025
Full time
Prospero Health & Social Care is a leading force in the health and social care recruitment industry, dedicated to connecting skilled professionals with rewarding opportunities. We are launching an exciting new CQC Registered department, and as we expand our services, we are seeking a talented and experienced Bid Writer to join our team and play a key role in securing new business within the health click apply for full job details
Bid Writer Bracknell (Hybrid) £42,000 - £45,000 + Progression + Yearly Salary Increases + Training + Flexible Working This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Bid Writer to join a friendly, supportive, development-focused team where you will contribute to the company's ongoing growth while having clear progression and personal growth opportunities mapped out from day one click apply for full job details
Jul 17, 2025
Full time
Bid Writer Bracknell (Hybrid) £42,000 - £45,000 + Progression + Yearly Salary Increases + Training + Flexible Working This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Bid Writer to join a friendly, supportive, development-focused team where you will contribute to the company's ongoing growth while having clear progression and personal growth opportunities mapped out from day one click apply for full job details
Are you eager to kickstart your writing career in a vibrant and supportive setting? A leading company in the Facilities Management industry is seeking a Junior Bid Writer in Lancashire. This role is vital for crafting compelling bids that drive growth and success. The Role As the Junior Bid Writer, you'll work as part of a supportive Sales and Marketing team, playing a key role in producing persuasive, high-quality written content for bids and proposals across a variety of sectors. Write and edit high-quality, compelling bid responses in line with tender requirements. Collaborate with internal teams and stakeholders to shape responses. Ensure all content adheres to brand guidelines and industry standards. Utilise AI tools to enhance response development. Stay updated on industry trends to improve bidding processes. You To be successful in the role of Junior Bid Writer, you'll have the following skills and experience: Some experience in copywriting is preferable, along with a proactive mindset. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications. Strong written communication skills with attention to detail. Organised and self-motivated to meet tight deadlines. Good project management skills to handle multiple bids. What's in it for you? The company promotes a positive culture with a strong focus on mental health and well-being, ensuring employees feel valued and supported. 28 days of annual leave. Flexible hybrid working arrangements. Access to a leading Mental Health Programme. Apply Now! To apply for the position of Junior Bid Writer, click Apply Now and send your CV to Lili. Interviews are taking place now, so don't miss your chance to join a fantastic team.
Jul 17, 2025
Full time
Are you eager to kickstart your writing career in a vibrant and supportive setting? A leading company in the Facilities Management industry is seeking a Junior Bid Writer in Lancashire. This role is vital for crafting compelling bids that drive growth and success. The Role As the Junior Bid Writer, you'll work as part of a supportive Sales and Marketing team, playing a key role in producing persuasive, high-quality written content for bids and proposals across a variety of sectors. Write and edit high-quality, compelling bid responses in line with tender requirements. Collaborate with internal teams and stakeholders to shape responses. Ensure all content adheres to brand guidelines and industry standards. Utilise AI tools to enhance response development. Stay updated on industry trends to improve bidding processes. You To be successful in the role of Junior Bid Writer, you'll have the following skills and experience: Some experience in copywriting is preferable, along with a proactive mindset. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications. Strong written communication skills with attention to detail. Organised and self-motivated to meet tight deadlines. Good project management skills to handle multiple bids. What's in it for you? The company promotes a positive culture with a strong focus on mental health and well-being, ensuring employees feel valued and supported. 28 days of annual leave. Flexible hybrid working arrangements. Access to a leading Mental Health Programme. Apply Now! To apply for the position of Junior Bid Writer, click Apply Now and send your CV to Lili. Interviews are taking place now, so don't miss your chance to join a fantastic team.
Job Title: Bid Writer/Coordinator Location: Birchwood, Warrington (WA3 6YE) Salary: 32,000- 35,000 (DOE) Shifts: Monday- Friday 37.5 hour per week Contract Type: Permanent We are currently recruiting for a Bid Writer/Coordinator for our client based in the Birchwood area of Warrington. Reporting to the Head of Bids & Tenders you will be responsible for the creation and submission of various large, national tenders and supporting the National Accounts team with the renewal of current agreements. As a Bid Writer/Coordinator your duties will be: - Identifying opportunities. Preparing and submitting proposals. Renewal of current agreements. Creating, filling, and compiling bid documents according to client requirements. Assisting in the creation of high-quality, compelling bid content. Ensuring the bid is delivered on time and in the correct format. Craft compelling, persuasive, and compliant written responses to formal tender opportunities, ultimately helping businesses win contracts. The successful Bid Writer/Coordinator will have the following skills: - Previous experience within a similar role. Must have some form of Bid Writing experience. Ability to manage the tender process from compilation to submission. Excellent communicator that offers a high attention to detail with an excellent editing and proofing ability. Must be deadline driven with effective time management skills. Able to work as part of a team to ensure the business receive accurate, high-quality information from all bid stakeholders in order to produce an excellent bid.
Jul 17, 2025
Full time
Job Title: Bid Writer/Coordinator Location: Birchwood, Warrington (WA3 6YE) Salary: 32,000- 35,000 (DOE) Shifts: Monday- Friday 37.5 hour per week Contract Type: Permanent We are currently recruiting for a Bid Writer/Coordinator for our client based in the Birchwood area of Warrington. Reporting to the Head of Bids & Tenders you will be responsible for the creation and submission of various large, national tenders and supporting the National Accounts team with the renewal of current agreements. As a Bid Writer/Coordinator your duties will be: - Identifying opportunities. Preparing and submitting proposals. Renewal of current agreements. Creating, filling, and compiling bid documents according to client requirements. Assisting in the creation of high-quality, compelling bid content. Ensuring the bid is delivered on time and in the correct format. Craft compelling, persuasive, and compliant written responses to formal tender opportunities, ultimately helping businesses win contracts. The successful Bid Writer/Coordinator will have the following skills: - Previous experience within a similar role. Must have some form of Bid Writing experience. Ability to manage the tender process from compilation to submission. Excellent communicator that offers a high attention to detail with an excellent editing and proofing ability. Must be deadline driven with effective time management skills. Able to work as part of a team to ensure the business receive accurate, high-quality information from all bid stakeholders in order to produce an excellent bid.
Bid Writer Location: Poole (Office-Based) Salary: Up to £48,000 Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent Were supporting a long-standing commercial organisation that supplies safety-critical products and services into regulated markets. Operating nationally, the business is well-regarded in its sector and has a particularly strong foothold in the Power & Utilities space, supplying a wide range of essential good click apply for full job details
Jul 16, 2025
Full time
Bid Writer Location: Poole (Office-Based) Salary: Up to £48,000 Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent Were supporting a long-standing commercial organisation that supplies safety-critical products and services into regulated markets. Operating nationally, the business is well-regarded in its sector and has a particularly strong foothold in the Power & Utilities space, supplying a wide range of essential good click apply for full job details
Senior Bid Writer Location: Poole (Office-Based) Salary: Up to £48,000 Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent Were supporting a long-standing commercial organisation that supplies safety-critical products and services into regulated markets. Operating nationally, the business is well-regarded in its sector and has a particularly strong foothold in the Power & Utilities space, supplying a wide range of essenti click apply for full job details
Jul 16, 2025
Full time
Senior Bid Writer Location: Poole (Office-Based) Salary: Up to £48,000 Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent Were supporting a long-standing commercial organisation that supplies safety-critical products and services into regulated markets. Operating nationally, the business is well-regarded in its sector and has a particularly strong foothold in the Power & Utilities space, supplying a wide range of essenti click apply for full job details
