Bid Writer

A.D.S Construction Personnel Ltd; Caddington; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Luton seeks an experienced Bid Writer to produce compelling and compliant bid submissions. The role involves managing the tender process and collaborating with technical teams to ensure submissions meet all standards. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication skills and experience in construction or a related sector. Competitive salary and numerous benefits, including 33 days holiday and training opportunities, are offered in this full-time office-based position.

Benefits

33 days holiday

Contributory pension & life cover

On-site parking

Training and development opportunities

Regular social activities

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Bid Writer within construction or a related sector.
• Exceptional written communication and editing skills.
• Highly organised and detail-focused.

Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end bid and tender process.
• Write, edit and proofread clear, persuasive bid responses.
• Review tender documentation to identify requirements, risks and opportunities.
• Maintain and develop bid libraries and case studies.

Skills

Written communication

Editing skills

Stakeholder engagement

Organisational skills

Commercial awareness

Familiarity with AI writing tools

Tools

Microsoft Office

Tender portals

Job description

Bid Writer - Luton, Bedfordshire

Salary: £35,000-£45,000.

Location: Luton (office‑based).

Hours: Monday‑Friday, 8.00 AM – 5:00 PM.

Job Type: Full‑time, office‑based with occasional site visits.

Benefits

• Competitive salary £35,000‑£45,000
• 33 days holiday (including bank holidays)
• Contributory pension & life cover
• On‑site parking
• Supportive, family‑run culture with strong local presence
• Training and development opportunities
• Regular social activities and a genuine commitment to work‑life balance

About the Role

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced Bid Writer to join a well‑established contractor with a strong reputation for delivering high‑quality projects. You'll be responsible for producing compelling, compliant and high‑impact bid submissions across public sector frameworks, commercial tenders and opportunities within high‑security and blue‑light sectors.

You’ll work closely with senior management and technical teams, ensuring every submission is accurate, persuasive and delivered on time.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the end‑to‑end bid and tender process
• Write, edit and proofread clear, persuasive and compliant bid responses
• Review tender documentation to identify requirements, risks and opportunities
• Analyse scoring matrices and evaluation criteria to shape responses
• Review feedback from unsuccessful bids and implement improvements
• Maintain the tender pipeline database
• Use digital and AI tools to improve efficiency
• Coordinate input from subject matter experts and senior stakeholders
• Develop bid plans, response structures and tailored win themes
• Ensure submissions meet framework, regulatory, quality and security requirements
• Manage submission deadlines, formatting standards and tender portals
• Maintain and develop bid libraries, case studies, CVs and standard content
• Support post‑submission activities including clarifications and presentations
• Monitor framework opportunities and pipeline activity
• Support continuous improvement of bid processes and content
• Assist with one‑off business projects as required

What We're Looking For

• Proven experience as a Bid Writer within construction or a related sector
• Exceptional written communication and editing skills
• Highly organised, detail‑focused and commercially aware
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Comfortable working to tight deadlines in a fast‑paced environment
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills
• Confident analysing tender documents and evaluation criteria
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; experience with tender portals beneficial
• Familiarity with AI‑assisted writing tools advantageous

If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, contact Sally Whittingham or apply online.