Bid Coordinator

Daniel Owen Ltd.; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional main contractor in the UK seeks a Bid Coordinator to manage and write technical bid submissions. Ideal candidates should have 2-4 years of experience in the construction sector, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and be detail-oriented. The role offers a competitive salary and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Opportunities for professional development

Company pension scheme

Qualifications

• 2-4 years' experience coordinating and writing tenders in the construction sector.
• APMP or similar industry qualification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate multiple bid submissions.
• Draft and refine bids for compliance and quality.
• Research client organizations to enhance submissions.

Skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Adobe Creative Cloud knowledge

Attention to detail

Time management

Education

Degree or equivalent in relevant discipline

Tools

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

InDesign

Job description

Job Title: Bid Coordinator
Location: Hertfordshire
Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Industry: Building and Construction

Company Overview:
Our client is a well-established and financially robust regional main contractor. Operating across London and the Home Counties.

The Role:

Reporting to the Senior Bid Coordinator and supporting the Pre-Construction Director, you will be responsible for coordinating, writing, and managing technical bid submissions, ensuring proposals are creative, compliant, and compelling.

Key Responsibilities for the Bid Coordinator:

Communication:

• Manage and coordinate multiple bid submissions simultaneously.

• Liaise with technical leads and support staff to gather information and develop bid content.

• Organise and chair tender launch meetings, coordinating the end-to-end bid process.

• Distribute tender documents, revisions, and clarifications.

• Work with estimating and planning teams to ensure timely, compliant submissions via client portals.

Bid Writing & Quality Assurance:

• Draft, edit, and refine clear, professional, and client-focused written content for PQQs, ITTs, and framework submissions.

• Develop and update CVs, case studies, and organograms tailored to each submission.

• Research client organisations, strategies, and project drivers to strengthen bid responses.

• Review technical documentation to inform and enhance submissions.

• Ensure all bids are fully compliant, well-presented, and meet brand standards.

Post-Bid Activities:

• Prepare supporting materials for tender interviews and presentations.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Essential: 2-4 years' experience coordinating and writing tenders within the construction sector.

• Desirable: Degree or equivalent in a relevant discipline / APMP or similar industry qualification.

Key Competencies:

• Strong Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) proficiency.

• Good working knowledge of Adobe Creative Cloud (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop).

• Exceptional attention to detail, proofreading, and document formatting.

• Confident managing internal stakeholders to develop technical, bespoke responses.

• Effective time management and ability to perform under pressure and to tight deadlines.

What Our Client Offers:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.

• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.

• Company pension scheme.