Architectural Bid writter

Hays; Manchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading architectural practice in Manchester as a Bid Writer. You will create compelling submissions for healthcare and sports facilities, working closely with architects and marketing teams. This role offers significant responsibilities in a dynamic environment and the opportunity to support high-value projects.

Qualifications

• 3 years' experience needed in bid writing, preferably in architecture.
• Ability to tailor content to different audiences.
• Familiarity with healthcare and sports leisure tenders is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Write, edit, and coordinate high-quality bid submissions.
• Collaborate with architects and directors to gather project information.
• Research clients and competitors to inform bid strategy.

Skills

Proven experience in bid writing

Excellent written English

Strong organisational skills

Time management skills

Understanding of architectural terminology

Tools

Microsoft Office

Adobe InDesign

Job description

A leading architectural practice based in central Manchester - Full-time OR contract


Role Overview:We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Bid Writer to join an architectural practice. You will be responsible for creating compelling, tailored submissions for healthcare and sports facilities. Working closely with architects, directors, and the marketing team, you will play a key role in winning new work and showcasing the studio's design excellence. This is a busy role which has the support of an extensive database with lots of interface work. You will report straight to the director and have support from the marketing team. Most bids within the role are front end with more detail needed within the job section.

Key Responsibilities:

• Write, edit, and coordinate high-quality bid submissions
• Collaborate with architects and directors to gather technical content and project information.
• Ensure all submissions are compliant with client requirements and deadlines.
• Maintain and update a library of standard responses, CVs, and case studies.
• Research clients, competitors, and procurement frameworks to inform bid strategy.
• Support the marketing team with award entries, capability statements, and presentations.

Essential Requirements:

• Proven experience in bid writing, preferably within architecture practice
• Excellent written English and ability to tailor content to different audiences.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Adobe InDesign.
• Understanding of architectural terminology and RIBA work stages.
• 3 years' experience needed
• No visa sponsorship

Desirable:

• Familiarity with healthcare and sports leisure tenders
• Experience using CRM or bid management tools.
• Graphic/layout skills for visually engaging submissions.

What you'll get in return
Support from an amazing team and the director leading the projects. Work on projects with complexity and values from 2 to 5 billion

What you need to do now
Email your CV to me directly at OR call me directly at 01612364949 Alternatively click apply now.

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