Architectural Business Development & Bid Writer

CDM Recruitment Ltd; North East; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Collaborative working environment

Professional development

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Our client, a dynamic architectural practice delivering design solutions across the UK, seeks a proactive Business Development & Bid Writing Coordinator to support Directors and the professional team in achieving strategic ambitions.

You will drive business development, bid writing and marketing, coordinate PQQs, tenders and framework submissions, maintain bid libraries and client materials, and help develop project case studies and presentations.

Qualifications

• Experience in business development, bid writing or marketing.
• Excellent written communication and report-writing abilities.
• Knowledge of public sector procurement processes and framework submissions.
• Experience within architecture, construction, engineering, property, or professional services sectors.

Responsibilities

• Support the Directors and Senior Management with implementing the company's strategic growth plan.
• Identify and monitor new business opportunities, frameworks, and tender opportunities.
• Lead and coordinate the preparation of high-quality PQQs, tenders, bids, and framework submissions.
• Gather information from technical teams and Directors to create compelling submissions.
• Maintain bid libraries, case studies, company profiles, and supporting materials.
• Track submission deadlines and ensure all requirements are met accurately and on time.
• Coordinate and deliver the practice's marketing and communication activities, including website content, social media, and promotional campaigns.
• Develop project case studies, award submissions, brochures, and client presentations.
• Proven experience in business development, bid writing, or marketing.
• Excellent written communication and report-writing abilities.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work to tight deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and In-Design.
• Commercially aware, proactive and solutions-focused.
• Experience within architecture, construction, engineering, property, or professional services sectors.
• Knowledge of public sector procurement processes and framework submissions.

Skills

Business development

Bid writing

Marketing

Written communication

Attention to detail

Time management

Microsoft Office

InDesign

Tools

Microsoft Office

InDesign

Job description

Our client, a dynamic architectural practice delivering design solutions across the UK, seeks a proactive Business Development & Bid Writing Coordinator to support Directors and the professional team in achieving strategic ambitions.

You will drive business development, bid writing and marketing, coordinate PQQs, tenders and framework submissions, maintain bid libraries and client materials, and help develop project case studies and presentations.