Bid Writer

CRS Professionals (UK) Ltd; Belper CP; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an experienced Bid Writer based in Belper, Derby. In this role, you will produce and edit proposal content for clients, conduct market research, and ensure high-quality submissions that highlight B+K's value. This position requires strong writing and communication skills, with a focus on collaboration and analysis to improve bid success rates.

Qualifications

• Experience in producing/editing proposal content for public/private clients.
• Strong communication and research skills.
• Experience in the construction industry is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Lead author producing proposal content articulating B+K's value proposition.
• Conduct client research and coordinate response review sessions.
• Develop and manage networks of subject matter experts.

Skills

Writing skills

Research skills

Communication skills

Editing skills

Proofreading skills

Analytical skills

Collaboration

Education

APMP Foundation or Practitioner Level

Tools

MS Office

Job description

B+K is recruiting an experienced Bid Writer to join our Central region, based in Belper, Derby.

Role Purpose:

Function as the Lead Author to produce professionally written, consistent proposal content that clearly articulates B+K's value proposition.

As Bid Writer, you will:

• Develop value propositions tailored to clients' unique requirements.
• Undertake client/market research and competitor analysis.
• Dissect questions and produce answer plans to maximise relevant information from subject matter experts.
• Create response structures and compile narratives for quality responses, aligned with clients' evaluation criteria and objectives.
• Maintain a consistent B+K tone of voice across submissions.
• Conduct interviews with subject matter experts, transforming design and construction details into persuasive responses.
• Manage content and structure for evidence and case studies.
• Develop case studies and evidence with project teams and subject matter experts.
• Proactively develop and manage a network of subject matter experts.
• Coordinate and manage response review sessions.
• Coach operational teams and subject matter experts in writing best practices.
• Support marketing plans to explore new markets and proposals.
• Monitor and record PQQ/tender success rates, analyzing trends and customer feedback for improvements.
• Record all leads, PQQs, and tender opportunities with anticipated timelines on the business development database.
• Research customers and consultants for relevant opportunities to prepare winning bid documents.
• Interview Contracts Managers/Project Managers and update project reference sheets (PRS), showcasing key project details with photographs.
• Assist staff in updating or tailoring their CVs for specific opportunities.

What we are looking for:

• Proven skills in producing and editing proposal content across sectors for public and private clients.
• Excellent writing and professional communication skills at all organizational levels.
• Strong research skills and effective questioning techniques.
• Exceptional proofreading and editing abilities.
• Competence in using various tools, methods, and search engines for data analysis, competitor, and client research.
• Supportive of developing proposal libraries and knowledge hubs regionally and centrally.
• Collaborative working with bid teams, operational teams, and supply chains.
• Ability to manage multiple bids/questions simultaneously.
• Experience with coordinating and updating knowledge base systems is advantageous.
• Experience in the construction industry is beneficial but not essential.

Qualifications:

• Certified to APMP Foundation or Practitioner Level (desirable).
• Advanced MS Word skills and proficiency in MS Office, including working with templates.