Bid Writer

Construction Bid Writer
Hybrid (Home / West Essex office - 2 days in)
£45,000 - £60,000 + bonus (DOE)
Full-time
We''re working with a growing, well-established construction business who are looking to bring in an experienced Bid Writer to support their continued expansion across London and the South.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking SME where you''ll play a key role in winning new work and shaping the company''s future growth. This role is part hybrid working 2 days in their beautiful West Essex office, a car would be helpful to get to the company address but also accessible from the Central Line and a cab. 
The Role
As Bid Writer, you''ll be responsible for producing high-quality, compelling submissions across a range of construction and social housing projects.
Working closely with the New Business team and operational teams, you''ll take ownership of the bid process from initial enquiry through to submission — ensuring everything is delivered on time, on brand, and to a high standard.
Construction Bid Writer Key Responsibilities

• Writing and producing engaging, high-quality bid submissions (PQQs, ITTs, RFPs)
• Tailoring content to meet specific client requirements and scoring criteria
• Working closely with internal teams to gather technical and project information
• Managing multiple bids at different stages, ensuring deadlines are met
• Coordinating the full bid process including reviews and final submissions
• Maintaining and developing a library of bid content, case studies, and responses
• Researching clients, competitors, and opportunities to strengthen submissions
• Reviewing feedback to continuously improve win rates and bid quality
• Ensuring all submissions are compliant and professionally presented

What We''re Looking For

• Proven experience as a Bid Writer within construction or social housing
• Strong understanding of the tendering process
• Excellent writing and editing skills with strong attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and prioritise workload effectively
• Confident communicator who can work across teams and senior stakeholders
• Strong organisational skills and a proactive approach
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Construction Bid Writer - What''s on Offer

• £45,000 - £60,000 salary depending on experience
• Performance-related bonus
• Hybrid working (2 days office-based)
• 28 days holiday (including bank holidays)
• Ongoing training and development
• Access to on-site gym/wellness facilities
• Flexible working options available
• Opportunity to join a growing, supportive business with genuine career progression

If you''re a confident Bid Writer looking for a role where you can really make an impact and be part of a growing business, we''d love to hear from you.

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