Bid Writer

United Infrastructure Ltd; Bracknell; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

23 days holiday per year

Referral scheme (£2,000)

Benefits portal discounts

Training budget

Mental Health First Aiders

Job summary

PiLON, part of United Infrastructure, is seeking a detail-oriented Bid Writer to join the team. You will produce high-quality bid documents that reflect the brand and respond to PQQs and ITTs for social housing projects.

You’ll gather technical information from multiple internal departments, ensure consistency in tone, and help expand the bid library to support our growth plans. This fast-paced role offers opportunities to influence winning submissions.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in bid writing within the construction and social housing sector.
• Excellent written English with clarity and structure.
• Ability to manage multiple submissions and tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Create persuasive, well-structured bid responses to PQQs and ITTs.
• Gather technical and project data from internal teams for bids.
• Coordinate with colleagues to ensure brand voice across documents.
• Maintain and update the bid library with current content.
• Support alignment of submissions with client needs and market trends.
• Meet deadlines while upholding high standards of quality.

Skills

Bid writing

Written English

Team collaboration

Education

Degree or equivalent qualification

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

Job description

At PiLON, we're more than just a business. We are a trusted name in construction, known for our reliability and dedication to the quality of work. As part of the United Infrastructure group, we specialise in planned maintenance and refurbishments within the social housing sector, and we're excited to welcome you to our rapidly growing team. Apply today for an opportunity to create lasting legacies together!

Our customers come from all walks of life, and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds, not just because it’s the right thing to do, but because it makes our company stronger. Taking our commitment to diversity seriously, we are proud members of the Black Professionals in Construction Network, a leading organisation focused on promoting inclusion in the built environment sector.

If you are driven and reliable and you aspire to make a meaningful impact, we want to hear from you. In return, you can expect support in achieving both your personal and career aspirations, as you'll work with a team that has a strong sense of motivation and pride in what we deliver.

At PiLON, we're more than just a business. We are a trusted name in construction, known for our reliability and dedication to the quality of work. As part of the United Infrastructure group, we specialise in planned maintenance and refurbishments within the social housing sector, and we're excited to welcome you to our rapidly growing team. Apply today for an opportunity to create lasting legacies together!

Our customers come from all walks of life, and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds, not just because it’s the right thing to do, but because it makes our company stronger. Taking our commitment to diversity seriously, we are proud members of the Black Professionals in Construction Network, a leading organisation focused on promoting inclusion in the built environment sector.

If you are driven and reliable and you aspire to make a meaningful impact, we want to hear from you. In return, you can expect support in achieving both your personal and career aspirations, as you'll work with a team that has a strong sense of motivation and pride in what we deliver.

Are you a detail-oriented writer with experience creating compelling bids? PiLON - United Infrastructure is looking for a Bid Writer to join our collaborative team, supporting our growth aspirations within the social housing sector.

In this role, you’ll help produce high-quality bids that reflect our brand and values, respond to PQQs and ITTs, and create supporting materials like case studies. You’ll work closely with colleagues across the business to gather technical and project information and ensure all submissions meet client expectations.

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys writing with clarity and persuasion, working in a fast-paced environment, and contributing to the company’s growth and success.

Key Responsibilities

• Create persuasive, well-structured written responses to PQQs, ITTs, and case studies
• Manage and meet tight deadlines while maintaining high standards
• Enhance and maintain the bid library with updated, relevant content
• Uphold the company’s tone of voice, branding, and messaging across all bid documents
• Stay informed on market trends and client needs to bring innovation to submissions
• Work closely with internal teams to gather technical and project-specific input
• Support business development initiatives and align submissions with strategic goals

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience in bid writing within the construction and social housing sector
• Ability to manage multiple projects under pressure and meet strict deadlines
• Exceptional written English, with a keen eye for grammar, clarity, and structure
• Strong collaboration and communication skills across all levels of the business
• Self-motivated, adaptable, and capable of working both independently and as part of a team
• Proficiency in MS Word and general IT competence

Bonus if you have

• A degree or equivalent qualification
• APMP Foundation certification

Why Join Us? Here are some of the brilliant benefits you could get:

• 23 days of holiday per year, excluding Bank Holidays (+ get more days with length of service)
• Up to £2,000 reward for successful recommendations as part of our referral scheme
• Significant savings on daily shopping through our benefits portal
• A welcoming office, snacks, beverages, friendly colleagues and team socials throughout the year
• A supportive culture and a great team with exceptional talent and experience
• Trained Mental Health First Aiders support
• Annual training budget so you can focus on your personal and professional development and much more…