Bid Coordinator

Howells Solutions Limited; Liverpool; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical cover

Hybrid working

Electric vehicle scheme

Training and career development

Supportive team environment

Increasing annual leave

Job summary

Howells Solutions Limited is seeking an organized Bid Coordinator to join its growing construction team. The role supports the full bid lifecycle, ensuring high‑quality submissions are prepared on time and accurately.

You will work within a Bid Team on refurbishment and construction projects across the UK, coordinating PQQs/SQs/ITTs, managing deadlines, and liaising with clients. Hybrid working is available and the salary reflects experience.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of bid coordination or similar role.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organisational and project coordination abilities.
• Experience managing tender documentation and submission deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and support the preparation of PQQs, SQs and ITTs.
• Collaborate with Bid Writers, Estimators and Operations to compile submissions.
• Manage bid programmes and submission deadlines.
• Organise bid launch meetings and coordinate required actions.
• Maintain the bid library, reports, and tender database.

Skills

Bid coordination

Communication

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

MS Office

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

MS Office

Job description

Role: Bid Coordinator

Location: Office Based (Hybrid Working Available)

Salary: £30,000 - £35,000

Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time

Are you an organised Bid Coordinator looking to join a growing business where you'll play a key role in securing exciting construction and refurbishment projects?

We're recruiting for a Bid Coordinator to join a successful contractor delivering refurbishment, planned maintenance and specialist construction projects across the UK. Working within an established Bid Team, you'll support the full bid lifecycle, ensuring high-quality submissions are delivered accurately and on time.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with bid coordination experience who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and wants to develop their career within a supportive and collaborative team.

Bid Coordinator Role

As Bid Coordinator, you'll be responsible for coordinating and supporting the preparation of PQQs, SQs and tender submissions, working closely with Bid Writers, Estimators and Operational teams.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Coordinating the Bid/No Bid process.
• Supporting the preparation and submission of PQQs, SQs and ITTs.
• Managing bid programmes and submission deadlines.
• Organising bid launch meetings and coordinating actions.
• Maintaining the bid library, reporting systems and tender database.
• Liaising with clients regarding tender clarifications.
• Uploading submissions via procurement portals.
• Managing company accreditations and procurement portal information.
• Producing case studies, corporate CVs and tender presentation material.
• Coordinating information from operational teams to support submissions.
• Reviewing unsuccessful bids and helping implement continuous improvements.
• Supporting wider business development and social value activities where required.

About You

We're looking for someone who is highly organised, proactive and enjoys managing multiple priorities.

Essential

• At least 1 year's experience in a Bid Coordinator or similar role.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organisational and project coordination abilities.
• Experience managing tender documentation and submission deadlines.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.
• High attention to detail.

Desirable

• Experience within construction, refurbishment or property services.
• Experience working for a main contractor.
• Knowledge of procurement portals.
• Microsoft Project experience.
• Adobe InDesign experience.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary of £30,000-£40,000 depending on experience.
• Hybrid working.
• Private medical cover.
• Electric vehicle scheme.
• Excellent training and career development.
• Supportive team environment.
• Increasing annual leave with length of service.
• Opportunity to work on a varied portfolio of construction and refurbishment projects.

If you're an experienced Bid Coordinator looking for your next challenge with a growing contractor, we'd love to hear from you.