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Bid Writer

Job description

The Company

Join a forward-thinking, people-first construction firm that blends family values with a reputation for innovation. With over 30 years of experience and regional leadership across the Midlands and South West, they deliver projects ranging from £250k to £30 million in sectors including education, healthcare, residential, and leisure.

As a Bid Writer, you'll take the lead on preparing compelling tender submissions-including PQQs, EOIs, and presentations-to help secure new business across public and private sectors. You'll contribute to strategy, refine content, and ensure every submission resonates with clarity, consistency, and quality.

What's in it for you?

  • Competitive salary package
  • Increasing holiday allowance with tenure
  • Access to private healthcare
  • A supportive environment, including training and mentoring
  • A culture committed to diversity, inclusion, and accessibility

Behaviours & Competencies

  • Excellent writing, proofreading, and communication skills
  • Proven ability to handle multiple deadlines and manage full bid lifecycles
  • Deep research and analytical capabilities
  • Collaborative and adaptable with a creative mindset
  • Exceptional attention to detail, consistency, and quality
  • Integrity-driven, results-oriented, and proactive

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the end-to-end development of assigned tenders, PQQs, and expressions of interest
  • Coordinate and create tender presentations as required
  • Write, edit, proofread, and present bid content with clarity and impact
  • Collaborate with subject-matter experts to integrate technical input effectively
  • Analyze tender requirements and manage submission responsibilities via a matrix
  • Facilitate tender launch and review meetings, leading quality-focused discussions
  • Monitor tender portals and manage clarifications and communications when needed
  • Drive continuous improvement in bid processes and support departmental objectives

Experience & Skills

  • 3-5 years in a Bid Writing or comparable role-experience in construction or similar industries preferred
  • Solid understanding of public sector and framework procurement processes
  • Strong command of Microsoft Office and graphic design tools, especially Adobe InDesign

How to Apply

Please click apply or send your CV to rhian@thornbaker.co.uk . If you're passionate about bid writing and the construction or similar industry-even if you don't meet every criterion-we want to hear from you!