Bid Writer / Manager

*WORKING WITH A LEADING MODERN CONSTRUCTION OUTFIT*

*EXCELLENT OPPORTUNITES*

Construction Bid Writer / Bid Manager

Job Title

Construction Bid Writer / Bid Manager

Location

Wolverhampton (Office Based)

Department

Pre-Construction

Reports To

Pre-Construction Director / Managing Director

Salary

£50,000 per annum

Benefits

Company car, company pension, annual leave entitlement and other company benefits in accordance with the Company's policies.

Employment Type

Full-Time, Permanent

Role Purpose

The Construction Bid Writer / Bid Manager is responsible for managing the preparation, coordination and submission of high-quality, compliant and competitive tender responses that support the Company's strategic growth objectives. The role encompasses the full bid lifecycle, from the identification and assessment of opportunities through to the production and submission of completed tender documents.

Working closely with the Estimating, Commercial, Operational and Technical teams, the post holder will ensure all submissions accurately reflect the Company's expertise, capabilities and commitment to quality, safety and customer satisfaction. The successful candidate will play a key role in securing new business by producing persuasive and professionally presented submissions that maximise the Company's success rate.

This is a fully office-based position located in Wolverhampton and requires exceptional organisational skills, excellent written communication and the ability to manage multiple tender opportunities simultaneously while working to demanding deadlines.

Key Responsibilities

The Construction Bid Writer / Bid Manager will take responsibility for managing the complete tender process from receipt of opportunity through to final submission. This includes reviewing tender documentation, assessing client requirements, developing submission programmes and coordinating contributions from internal departments to ensure all information is submitted accurately and within required timescales.

The post holder will write, edit and proofread high-quality responses to technical, quality and social value questions, ensuring each submission is tailored to the client's specific requirements while clearly demonstrating the Company's experience, technical capability and competitive advantages.

The role requires close collaboration with Estimating, Commercial, Operations, Health and Safety, Quality, Environmental and Technical departments to obtain accurate information for tender submissions. Responsibility will also include maintaining and developing the Company's library of standard responses, project case studies, policies, accreditations, staff profiles and supporting documentation to improve efficiency and consistency across future submissions.

The successful candidate will monitor tender portals and procurement platforms to identify suitable opportunities aligned with the Company's strategic objectives. They will evaluate opportunities against agreed bid criteria and present recommendations to senior management regarding participation.

The Bid Writer / Bid Manager will coordinate internal bid meetings, manage submission programmes and ensure all contributors deliver information within agreed deadlines. They will maintain document control throughout the bid process, ensuring every submission is compliant, professionally presented and fully completed prior to submission.

Following submission, the post holder will coordinate responses to clarification questions, support interview preparation where required and participate in tender debriefs. Feedback received from clients will be reviewed and incorporated into future submissions to support continuous improvement and enhance future bid performance.

The role requires the development of strong working relationships with colleagues across all areas of the business to ensure bid information remains accurate, relevant and reflective of current best practice. The successful candidate will contribute to the ongoing development of bid strategies that strengthen the Company's competitive position and improve overall tender success rates.

Key Performance Indicators

Performance will be measured through the quality and compliance of tender submissions, achievement of submission deadlines, bid success rates, contribution to new business revenue, accuracy of documentation, effectiveness of bid coordination, continuous improvement of tender documentation and the maintenance of an up-to-date and comprehensive bid library.

Person Specification

The successful candidate will have substantial experience within a Bid Writer, Bid Manager or Proposal Manager role gained within the construction industry. They will possess a thorough understanding of public and private sector procurement processes together with practical experience of preparing competitive tenders, framework submissions and pre-qualification questionnaires.

The role requires exceptional written communication skills with the ability to produce clear, persuasive and professionally presented tender responses. The successful applicant will demonstrate excellent organisational ability, meticulous attention to detail and the capacity to manage multiple projects simultaneously while consistently meeting demanding deadlines.

The ideal candidate will possess strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build effective working relationships with senior managers, estimators, commercial teams, operational staff and external stakeholders. They will demonstrate sound commercial awareness together with the confidence to challenge, influence and coordinate colleagues to achieve successful bid outcomes.

Applicants should be proficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Word, Excel and PowerPoint, and have experience of working with electronic tender portals and document management systems. Knowledge of platforms such as Constructionline, Proactis, Delta eSourcing, In-Tend or similar procurement systems would be advantageous.

Qualifications

Applicants should hold GCSEs, or equivalent qualifications, in English and Mathematics. A qualification in Construction Management, Business Management, Marketing or a related discipline would be desirable, together with professional training or accreditation in bid or proposal management. Membership of the Association of Proposal Management Professionals (APMP) or an equivalent professional body would be considered an advantage.

A full UK Driving Licence is essential.

Personal Attributes

The successful candidate will demonstrate professionalism, integrity and a strong commitment to quality in every aspect of their work. They will possess exceptional written communication skills, a methodical and organised approach, strong commercial awareness and the ability to work effectively under pressure. They will be proactive, adaptable and capable of managing competing priorities while maintaining high standards of accuracy and attention to detail. The ability to work collaboratively, build positive relationships across the business and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement will be fundamental to success in this role.

Working Hours

This is a full-time, permanent position based at the Company's Wolverhampton office. Standard working hours are Monday to Friday. Due to the nature of tender submissions, a flexible approach to working hours may occasionally be required to ensure key deadlines are achieved.

What Success Looks Like

Success in this role will be demonstrated through the consistent delivery of high-quality, compliant and competitive tender submissions that contribute to increased contract awards and sustainable business growth. The successful post holder will establish effective relationships across the organisation, improve the efficiency and quality of the bid process, maintain an organised and comprehensive library of tender information, and support the Company's continued reputation for delivering professional, successful and customer-focused construction solutions.