Bid Writer

Marlborough Highways; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a talented Bid Writer to enhance their tender submissions. This role involves leading the production of high-quality written responses, collaborating with internal teams, and engaging with clients to refine future bids. The ideal candidate will possess excellent writing and presentation skills, along with a strong background in bid management, particularly in the highways sector. Join a forward-thinking company that values continuous improvement and offers a supportive environment for professional growth.

Benefits

Private Medical Insurance

Employer Pension Scheme

Healthshield cover including 24 hr GP services

Employee Wellbeing Service

Death in Service Cover

Employee Recognition Programme

On Site Parking

On Site Gym

Qualifications

• Degree level qualification or equivalent experience.
• Proven track record in leading bid submissions.

Responsibilities

• Produce written responses for tenders and support the bid team.
• Attend client meetings to gather feedback and improve future submissions.

Skills

Excellent writing skills

Presentation skills

IT software proficiency

Bid submission leadership

Management/mentoring experience

Ability to manage multiple priorities

Highways experience

Education

Degree level qualification

Tools

Bid management software

Job description

Key Responsibilities

During Tender Periods

• Take responsibility for production of all written responses either as lead author or as support to other members of the bid team. This will include owning and writing specific responses, undertaking interviews with Marlborough operational and corporate support staff and proof reading / correcting documents produced by others. Supporting other Bid Writers in the development of other responses to quality questions.
• Produce written quality sections / responses for all aspects of the delivery process either from own knowledge or information gained by interview from the internal teams.
• Research client background & strategies and relate that information to the Bid Team.
• Meet key subcontractors / suppliers to obtain evidence of past works and the tender specific developed solution.
• Attend site visits to gain onsite knowledge and develop case studies.
• Support the Bid Director in development of presentation preparation for both mid-bid presentations and post submission presentations.
  
  

Post Submission

• Attend pre and post-award meetings with clients to facilitate operational and commercial handover of the project.
• Meet clients on successful & unsuccessful bids to gather feedback on quality and use this information to continually improve for future tenders.

Continual Improvement

• Assist with development and maintenance of bid collateral – e.g. case studies.
• Attend project close out meetings and facilitate production of suitable material.
• Visit live contracts to review current best practice and feedback knowledge into Bid Team.
  
  

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Degree level qualification or demonstration of capability through experience.
• Excellent writing and presentation skills.
• Proficient in the use of relevant IT software.
• Track record of leading bid submissions.
• Experience in management/mentoring of direct reports.
• Ability to juggle multiple priorities with demanding timescales.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Ability to build effective relationships and communicate well across the Marlborough business.
• Ability to continually improve the quality of work sent out by Marlborough.
• Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team.
• Highways specific experience

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Private Medical Insurance
• Employer Pension Scheme
• Healthshield cover including 24 hr GP services
• Employee Wellbeing Service
• Death in Service Cover
• Employee Recognition Programme
• On Site Parking
• On Site Gym