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Worth Recruiting - Property Industry Recruitment Job Title: SENIOR BID WRITER - Public Housing & Construction Sector Location: Waterloo, SE1 Salary: £50,000 per annum Position: Permanent, Full-Time Reference: WR 87851 WANTED! An experienced Senior Bid Writer responsible for preparing high-quality tender submissions across housing and construction programmes: supporting public-sector procurement processes and helping convert opportunities into secured work through clear, compliant proposals. A Senior Bid Writer is required to support the preparation and coordination of bid submissions across housing and construction programmes delivered in partnership with public-sector organisations and local authorities Working within a Public Partnerships environment, the role focuses on producing clear, structured and compliant proposals aligned to client requirements. The position works closely with internal teams to gather technical information, coordinate submissions and ensure BIDs are delivered to a high professional standard. This role plays an important part in supporting the conversion of opportunities into secured programmes. What You'll Be Doing (Key Responsibilities): Lead the preparation and drafting of written BID and proposal submissions Interpret tender documentation, client requirements and evaluation criteria Structure and produce clear, compliant responses aligned to procurement requirements Coordinate information and inputs from internal teams and subject matter experts Manage bid timelines, submission milestones and documentation processes Maintain organised bid documentation, version control and audit records Translate technical delivery information into clear written responses Maintain and develop a bid content library to support future submissions Ensure consistent messaging and positioning across bid responses Prepare final documentation and ensure submissions meet client instructions Support submissions through procurement portals and framework processes Contribute to bid strategy discussions and opportunity positioning What We're Looking For (Skills & Experience): Experience in bid writing within housing, construction or public-sector environments Experience preparing tender submissions for public-sector procurements or frameworks Strong written communication skills with the ability to produce clear, structured responses Experience coordinating multi-author documents and internal contributions Strong attention to detail, particularly in compliance and documentation accuracy Ability to manage multiple deadlines and submission timelines Understanding of housing, regeneration or construction sector activity Knowledge of public-sector procurement processes is advantageous Highly organised approach to document management and BID coordination What's In It For You? Competitive salary and performance-related earning potential Pension contribution Opportunity to work on housing and regeneration programmes delivered with public-sector partners Exposure to strategic bid submissions across construction and housing delivery Opportunity to develop within a growing partnerships and delivery environment Ready to take the next step in your property career? If you are interested in this Senior Bid Writer role, please contact the Property Recruitment Team at Worth Recruiting today, quoting reference: WR 87851 . About Your Application: Response Time: We receive a great many applications and respond as quickly as possible. If you have not heard from us within 48 working hours, please assume that on this occasion your application has not been successful. Data Protection: Worth Recruiting is acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this position. By submitting your application, you consent to Worth Recruiting processing and storing your data for the purposes of your job search. For more information, please see our privacy policy on our website. Confidentiality: All communications with Worth Recruiting are completely confidential. We will always need to speak with you before we are able to submit your CV to our client. Please Note: This vacancy summary is intended as a general guide only and should NOT be used as a definitive job description. Our job advert, including details of salary, working hours or location may change without notice and in any case, are likely be highly influenced by the skills, qualifications, previous experience, attitude, ability and personal requirements of the candidate. About Worth Recruiting: Worth Recruiting provides a bespoke recruitment service to the Property Industry offering roles in Estate Agency, Lettings, Commercial Property, Surveying, Property Management, Financial Services, and Prop Tech . Find out more at: worthrecruiting.me. Job Reference: WR 87851 - Senior BID Writer - Public Housing & Construction Sector

Bid Writer Hitchin, Hertfordshire (Office Based)Salary: £50,000 £60,000 DOE Benefits: 25 days holiday + bank holidays, pension, discretionary bonus, career progression, great social environment A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced Bid Writer to join a long-established Main Contractor with over 40 years experience delivering major projects across London and the South East click apply for full job details

Due to a recent internal transfer, we are recruiting for a Proposals Manager to join our Construction South team. You will work with our Project Manager's to craft bespoke and compelling bid submissions, addressing our customers key project drivers. We are committed to truly understanding our customers' needs and developing sustainable solutions that are articulated into clear and attractive submissions. Working flexibly from home and from one of our offices (based in Weybridge and Dartford), you will have a passion for creating high quality bids and must be able to demonstrate the skills and capabilities outlined below: You should have experience as a Bid Writer, Bid Editor, Bid Coordinator or similar role. Also critical is the ability to lead the creation of our written responses to achieve high quality, winning bids that meet our company objectives. You will have good experience of writing and editing tender submissions. Knowledge and experience of the Adobe Suite, particularly InDesign is required.The main role of a Proposals Manager at Willmott Dixon is to lead the development of quality submissions and actively work with our bid managers to enhance the quality of bids. You will be able to work with our subject matter experts to assess technical bid requirements and assist the Project Manager in shaping our proposals. You will ensure the formal bid process is followed, providing recommendations for improvement to the process. Through your writing, review and editing of drafts you will ensure the writing structure and words used in the bid persuasively conveys our offer to the customer. Working with subject matter experts, you will conceptualise and work with our graphic designers to help best convey our offer. You'll also support the creation of clear and effective customer presentations and provide creative ideas and initiatives for bids. Essential Criteria Experience of facilitating answer plan sessions, win theme workshops and managing the tender review process. Experience of bid writing and bid editing, creating compelling and persuasive responses. Excellent resource planning skills. Experience of using Microsoft Office. Use of Adobe InDesign. Desirable Criteria Relevant degree or equivalent qualification. Personal Qualities You will be able to model behaviour that shows, respect, helpfulness and cooperation. Make best use of available resources and seek new sources of support when necessary. State your own position and views clearly and confidently in conflict situations. Identify your customers' needs and expectations and strive to deliver them. Prioritise and plan to deliver agreed objectives. Present plans clearly, concisely, accurately and in ways that ensure understanding. Set demanding but achievable objectives for yourself. Find practical ways to overcome barriers. Additional Information At Willmott Dixon we provide an inclusive and flexible working environment for people to thrive in and we are happy to support agile working wherever possible. We are a proud member of the Disability Confident Scheme. About Us With over 170 years of rich history, Willmott Dixon's purpose is beyond profit; delivering brilliant buildings, transforming lives, strengthening communities and enhancing the environment so our world is fit for future generations. Ensuring that we add lasting value to the neighbourhoods we work in; our values, people, innovation, partnerships and focus on sustainability has allowed us to build a successful and solid privately owned business where our people can thrive.Willmott Dixon was recognised by The Sunday Times as one of the Top 10 'Big' Companies to Work For in 2025, named among the Times Top 50 Employers for Gender Equality in 2024, and ranked in the Top Five of Europe's 1,000 best workplaces by the Financial Times in 2025. Willmott Dixon is also the first major contractor and developer to win a King's Award for Enterprise in the category of sustainable development.

Bid Writer Construction / Pre-Construction Location: London / South East (Hybrid) Salary: £55,000 £65,000 + Package Bid Writer Construction A well-established construction and specialist projects contractor is looking to appoint an experienced Bid Writer to strengthen their pre-construction team due to continued growth and an increasing pipeline of framework and negotiated tenders . This is an excellent opportunity for a construction Bid Writer to play a key role in producing high-quality PQQ, SQ, ITT and framework submissions across commercial, public sector and regulated environments. The role offers strong collaboration with estimating, commercial and operational teams and genuine involvement in bid strategy and winning work . Bid Writer Responsibilities Produce high-quality written responses for construction tenders and framework submissions Lead PQQ, SQ and ITT submissions Develop win themes and value propositions aligned to client scoring criteria Work closely with estimators, planners, commercial managers and operational leads Ensure submissions are technically accurate, compliant and compelling Coordinate internal contributors and manage bid programmes Maintain and develop the bid content library Support pre-construction and work winning strategy Bid Writer Requirements 3 8+ years Bid Writing experience within construction or the built environment Experience producing PQQ, SQ, ITT and framework tender submissions Strong understanding of public sector procurement Experience across construction, refurbishment, specialist projects or M&E Excellent written communication and document management skills Ability to interpret client evaluation criteria and scoring matrices Experience on projects typically £1m £20m+ Experience within healthcare, education, defence, public sector or framework environments would be beneficial. Why Apply? Join a growing pre-construction and bid management team Work on complex construction and specialist project tenders Influence bid strategy and successful project wins Clear opportunity for progression within a growing contractor

Bid Writer - Ground Engineering & Remediation Bennett & Game are proud to be partnering with a growing and highly respected ground engineering contractor, delivering specialist services across soil and groundwater remediation, decommissioning, demolition, and enabling works. With a turnover of £15m and a strong pipeline of secured work, this business is continuing to expand its footprint across the click apply for full job details

World Class Defence Organisation based in Stevenage (the role can be a split of working Onsite and Working From Home) is currently looking to recruit a Bid Coordinator on an initial 6 month contract, with very high prospect of extension. This role would suit a candidate who comes from a strong background of working as a Bid Coordinator, Bid Manager, Bid Specialist or Bid Writer. An Engineering background would be great. A background of working in the Defence or Aerospace industry would be great. Rate: £50 per hour Overtime Rate: Hours worked over 37 hours per week will be calculated at 'time and a quarter' Location: Stevenage Hybrid / Remote working: This role will be 2 or 3 days per week onsite. Duration: 6 Months with very likely prospect of extension. Contracts are often ongoing and long-term. IR35 status: Inside IR35 (Umbrella) Interview process: One stage video interview Bid Coordinator Job Description: The Test Equipment New Business Support (TE NBS) role will form part of a small team working within an international 'Test Equipment Design/delivery' function, developing test solutions for domestic/internal and export customers. The UK test equipment team works very closely with international colleagues in France. Responsibilities: The purpose of this role is to support the Test Equipment bidding team to produce technical costed proposals for all the UK delivered test solutions, for Development, Production and Export. This includes liaising with the design/technical teams and 'subject matter experts' to provide technical costed proposals to the UK programs, ensuring consistency and delivery on-time. This role will support multi-programme demands ensuring we meet the bid delivery timescales and programme objectives. This role has responsibility to ensure contribution to the growing team delivery of these bids on-time, on-quality and on-cost to meet the programme needs. Generation and compilation of UK bid costs from multi-disciplined areas of the business (including an international supplied cost-base). Subsequent generation of the technical costed proposals and where required presentation to the UK programs. Accountability for ensuring the UK bid team make quick, informed decisions and taking initiative in the face of evolving project requirements and unexpected disruptions. Working as part of the small UK team, taking direction from the New Business Manager, to generate the cost data and subsequent presentation material, Manage the configuration control of the bidding data, with data entry into the Data Management Systems tools (Matrix, JIRA, Primavera etc. - all training to be provided). Maintain cross-functional alignment - acting as a bridge between internal customers to Hardware Design, Software Design, Procurement, Quality, manufacturing etc. to keep workflows co-ordinated and avoid bottlenecks. Maintain positive working relationships with Key Interfaces & stakeholders and to promote the Test Equipment function. Engage with, manage and motivate all interfaces, both programs, peers and subject matter experts for successful outcomes. Manage the achievement of schedule adherence and delivery of (Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) through the execution of the bidding/planning process. Provide advice and support to test equipment and program teams and stakeholders, detailing best practice Identifying and supporting opportunities for improvement. Generating and developing documentation, reports, plans and communications. Delivery, presentation and reporting to an International test equipment leadership team. Promote and support the international Test Equipment Centre of Excellence (TE CofEx). Key Performance Indicators Managing the compilation of multiple bid deliveries to programs, OT, OC, OQ. Working to company processes ensuring configuration control and data management using IT tools/systems. Maintaining positive working relationships with Key program interfaces, stakeholders, and Test Equipment leadership teams Balancing Short term delivery deadlines with long term strategic goals Skillset/experience required: Compilation of bid data sourced from technical subject matter experts into standardised bid pro forma. Ability to communicate with different areas and levels of the business. Liaising and interfacing with the bid requesting customers (internal programs), technical teams, subject matter experts, and test equipment leadership teams. Use of common office tools (Excel, Word. PowerPoint etc.) Experience within an engineering discipline and knowledge of a product 'through life' design life-cycle (concept, development, Integration & validation, delivery, support etc.) ideal but not essential Primavera experience ideal but not essential.Ability to work at the Stevenage site (flexible dynamic working arrangements available with 'Working from Home' part time option, preferably with 2-3 days minimum a week on-site at Stevenage (more initially to facilitate training etc.).Flexibility to support occasional short term travel (1 or 2 nights), with ability to support at other company site visits at Bolton UK and Paris France, should a need arise.Some international travel to France may be required - the ability to speak French is not essential.Training on bidding process and IT tools will be provided as needed

A leading construction firm is seeking an experienced Bid Writer to produce high-quality bid submissions for major projects in Chippenham. The ideal candidate should have a background in civil engineering and strong skills in writing and collaboration. You will be responsible for writing, editing, and coordinating bids, ensuring compliance with client specifications. The position offers a competitive salary, benefits, and opportunities for professional development in a focused and innovative team.

Guildmore is seeking an experienced Bid Manager to join our growing team in the Midlands and North.The successful candidate will be responsible for coordinating and preparing high-quality, compliant, and compelling bid proposals, ensuring alignment with company objectives and client requirements. This is a strategic role requiring strong organisation, attention to detail, and the ability to work across multiple stakeholders to secure new projects. Key Responsibilities Bid and Tender Management Lead and coordinate the bid and tendering process. Complete PQQ (Pre-Qualification Questionnaire) forms and address client quality questions. Attend Bid/No-Bid meetings to assess project suitability. Participate in framework tendering processes as required. Collaboration and Stakeholder Management Work closely with Pre-construction Managers, Project Managers, and Design Managers to understand project requirements and client expectations. Review ITTs, Employers Requirements, and project documentation to determine scope and scoring criteria. Maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders throughout the bid process. Proposal Development and Submission Develop well-organised, detailed, and persuasive bid proposals that convey Guildmore s value proposition. Utilise software to create clear logistical diagrams and schedules for inclusion in proposals. Ensure all bid documents are accurate, compliant, and include necessary forms, certifications, and attachments. Monitor bid statuses and conduct follow-up activities with clients and stakeholders. Administration and Continuous Improvement Maintain a comprehensive database of bid-related documents and templates. Continuously improve bid processes and templates to enhance efficiency and quality. Person Specification Knowledge and Experience Bachelor s degree in Construction or a related discipline preferred. 5 6 years experience in bid writing or tendering, ideally within the construction industry. Proven track record as a Construction Bid Writer or in a pre-construction role. Exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills with strong attention to detail. Excellent organisational and project management abilities, capable of handling multiple concurrent bids. Strong research and analytical skills to develop persuasive, well-informed proposals. Qualities and Behaviours Proactive, self-motivated, and initiative-driven. Collaborative team player who builds positive relationships across departments and with clients. Strategic thinker, aligning bid strategies with business goals and client needs. Detail-oriented, meticulous, and committed to high-quality submissions. Adaptable, resilient, and able to work effectively under pressure. Strong communicator, capable of translating technical content into persuasive narratives. Ethical, dependable, and committed to professional standards. Creative problem-solver, enhancing the visual and narrative impact of proposals. What We Offer Full training and ongoing professional development. Opportunities to expand skills in bid management, compliance, and business operations. A supportive, collaborative, and professional working environment.

Overview Company: - Leading Earthworks & Civil Engineering Contractor About the Role: We are seeking an experienced Bid Writer with a strong background in construction or civil engineering to join our dynamic team. As a Bid Writer, you will play a crucial role in producing high-quality bid submissions for major projects within the civil engineering and earthworks sectors. You will collaborate with project managers, engineers, and other stakeholders to create compelling and well-structured proposals that reflect our expertise and commitment to excellence in the industry. Responsibilities Write, edit, and proofread detailed and high-quality bid submissions tailored to client requirements in the earthworks and civil engineering sectors. Gather and organize technical, commercial, and administrative information required for bid submissions. Ensure proposals are aligned with client specifications, industry standards, and company capabilities. Coordinate with the design, engineering, and project management teams to collect relevant technical data and project information. Develop content for PQQs (Pre-Qualification Questionnaires), tenders, and other procurement-related documentation. Use various software tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, Visio, Adobe products) to prepare and present bid submissions professionally. Assist in the creation of detailed project methodologies, schedules, and risk assessments. Review and edit proposals to ensure clarity, accuracy, and compliance with the requirements of the tender. Ensure adherence to APMP (Association of Proposal Management Professionals) best practices in all aspects of the bid process. Contribute to continuous improvement efforts in bid writing and proposal development processes. Qualifications & Skills Proven experience as a Bid Writer within the construction or civil engineering sector. Preferably with exposure to earthworks and civil engineering projects. Solid understanding of the civil engineering industry, including key terminology, methodologies, and practices. Proficient in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Publisher, Visio, and Adobe products (e.g., Acrobat, InDesign). Strong knowledge of APMP standards and bid writing techniques. Ability to create clear, concise, and persuasive content. Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail; ability to work under pressure and manage multiple deadlines. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment. A background in construction or civil engineering, earthworks, or related disciplines is highly advantageous. Experience working on major infrastructure projects. Why Join Work with a leading company in the earthworks and civil engineering sector. Opportunity to be part of a talented team with a focus on quality and innovation. Competitive salary and benefits package. Professional development opportunities and career progression within a growing organization. How to Apply To Apply: Please submit your CV, along with a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and why you would be a great fit for this role.

Senior / Bid Writer - Building / Construction (Mix of office and remote working) Company: This company have a longstanding history and one of the best reputations in the construction industry, standing out as a top employer they are a highly recognisedbrand and will give you the chance to work on multi-million pound construction projects including Education, Industrial, Student Accommodation and Commercial. Key Responsibilities: Writing high-quality winning proposal documents, including producing, coordinating and editing written content Managing the submissions process if required Contributing to the bid team at key stages of individual tender projects, gathering technical information from internal departments in order to compile and ensure a high quality bespoke solution is offered to the client Actively participating in story boarding and development of strategic themes Ensuring all proposals are prepared in line with tender programme requirements Ensuring submissions are produced are to the highest quality and aligned with company bid management standards Responsible for proof reading material and providing technical and commercial writing skills Assisting with development of bespoke proposals, best practice information, technique guides, template answers and style sheets Building and developing relationships with a variety of business sector teams Requirements: To be considered for this Bid Writer vacancy you will likely have the following attributes: - You Strive for High Quality and take pride in your work. - Previous employment as a Bid Writer, Bid Manager, Proposals Manager, Proposals Engineer, Submissions Manager, Tender Writer, Bid Author or Bid Coordinator. - Ideally Previous Main Contractor employment, alternatively candidates with previous employer with Subcontractors and Consultancies will also be considered. - Ideally previously work on building / construction projects,highways / civils sector experiencemay also be considered. - Preferably degree qualified in a subject with a high focus on creating high quality written work - Industry specific knowledge of Bid Writing within the Construction market - Exceptional writing, editing, and copy-writing skills - Excellent English language (vocabulary), grammar and communication skills - Adaptable to deal with changing project requirements and deadlines - Familiarity with Microsoft and other desktop publishing software packages - A naturally inquisitive nature to challenge ideas and provide new innovative solutions Remuneration: The successful Bid Writer will receive: CompetitiveBasic (Dependent on experience) Plus company benefits. To be considered for this vacancy or to find out more information please apply now. Services advertised by Talk Recruitment are that of an employment business and/or agency.

Bid Manager Location: Normanton or Norwich / Hybrid (4 Days in the Office) Salary: Competitive + Excellent Benefits Type: Full-time, Permanent We are proud to be partnering with a leading organisation to recruit an experienced and driven Bid Manager to join their growing Bid Management team. This is an exciting opportunity for a strategic and detail-focused professional to lead bid activity, manage a talented team of writers, and deliver high-quality, commercially competitive tender submissions. The role offers hybrid flexibility from either Normanton or Norwich. The Role As a Bid Manager, you will oversee the end-to-end bid process - from opportunity review to submission - ensuring all bids are compelling, compliant, and aligned with business goals. You'll work closely with Sales, Pricing, Legal, and Operational teams to deliver winning proposals, while also supporting and mentoring the bid writing team. Key Responsibilities Lead the day-to-day operations of the bid writing team and manage bid allocation. Review and approve non-commercial bid content to ensure clarity, quality, and consistency. Maintain and develop the Bid Response Library to support future tender submissions. Monitor and evaluate tender opportunities using market intelligence and tracking tools. Take full ownership of assigned bids, coordinating input from departments such as Pricing, Contracts, Implementation, Operations, IT, and Finance. Write and edit high-impact responses tailored to the client's requirements. Ensure timely legal review of terms and conditions and communicate implications clearly to stakeholders. Conduct client briefings and debriefs pre- and post-tender when needed. Analyse feedback to identify areas for improvement in the bid process. Provide strategic bid support to the wider sales community. What We're Looking For Essential: Proven experience in bid management and successful bid writing Strong project management and stakeholder coordination skills Excellent written and verbal communication abilities Exceptional attention to detail and deadline-driven approach High level of proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Word Self-motivated with strong organisational skills Creative, strategic thinking and a collaborative mindset Desirable: Experience in a commercial or industry-specific environment Familiarity with contract management principles Why Apply? This is a fantastic opportunity to take a leading role in a dynamic and collaborative environment where your work directly contributes to the company's growth. The organisation offers flexible hybrid working, career development opportunities, and a supportive culture that values innovation, quality, and teamwork. Ready to lead winning bids? Apply today to take the next step in your career as a Bid Manager. Contact us today. If you would like to know more about this Bid Manager opportunity, or you know of anyone that fits the bill, please forward this advert to them, send us their details or get in contact with us and we will do the rest. You can recommend as many people as you like via our website and earn a referral fee per candidate we place . This is an unlimited offer. As recruiters specialising in freight and shipping, Red Recruit have vacancies at all levels within the industry, so please do get in touch to tell us what you're looking for and we'll do our best to assist. T&C's apply. Please contact the office for more information. Please note: - We do not advertise all of our vacancies as some are highly confidential. Therefore, please either submit your CV to us directly or call us in complete confidence. We have also setup a contacts list for candidates to join to be made aware of all relevant jobs to them. If this sounds of interest, then please get in contact with us via our website and send us your CV so that we can make sure you receive relevant updates on our latest vacancies.

About the Role Our client, a well-established main contractor based in Warrington, are seeking an experiencedTechnical Bid Writerto join our construction team, playing a pivotal role in developing high-quality, compelling bids and proposals that secure new projects. The successful candidate will work closely with business development, pre-construction, and technical teams to translate complex infor click apply for full job details