Bid Writer

M J Church; Chippenham; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Programme

Company pension

Holiday buy and sell scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Discounted event tickets

Job summary

A leading civil engineering contractor in the UK is seeking a skilled Bid Writer for their Pre-Construction team. The role involves crafting compelling tender submissions while collaborating with technical experts. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in bid writing, exceptional communication skills, and the ability to work under tight deadlines. This position offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Proven bid writing experience in construction or technical environments.
• Excellent writing, editing, and proofing skills essential.
• Ability to research and present information clearly.
• Strong organisational and time management skills required.
• Experience leading meetings and collaborating with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and editing of tender responses.
• Analyse client requirements and produce answer plans.
• Research and gather supporting information for submissions.
• Work with teams to develop win strategies.
• Produce high-quality written content and materials.
• Apply quality assurance processes in the bid process.

Skills

Bid writing experience

Writing and editing skills

Research and analysis skills

Organisational skills

Meeting leadership

Microsoft Office proficiency

Adobe products familiarity

Bid-writing frameworks

Job description

MJ Church is a leading Civil Engineering and Earthworks contractor operating across England. We deliver projects valued between £100,000 and £60 million for public and private sector clients across diverse industries. Alongside our core construction services, we have a growing waste management business expanding across the Southwest and Wales.

Joining MJ Church offers an exciting and challenging opportunity for driven individuals seeking professional and personal growth in a dynamic, results-focused environment.

The Role

We are looking for a talented Bid Writer to join our Pre-Construction team. This opportunity has arisen due to the continued growth of the company and an increase in the volume of tenders and bids expected over the coming months.

You will play a central role in producing clear, compelling, and compliant tender submissions. Working closely with colleagues across the business, you will help shape our win themes, value propositions, and solution narratives.

This role is ideal for an experienced writer who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys collaborating with technical experts, and has a sharp eye for detail.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading the development, editing, and proofing of tender responses.
• Analysing client requirements and producing answer plans to maximise scoring.
• Researching and gathering supporting information to strengthen submissions.
• Working with multi-disciplinary teams to develop win strategies and ensure consistency in value propositions.
• Producing high-quality written content, graphics, and supporting materials.
• Applying quality assurance processes and incorporating feedback throughout the bid process.
• Managing deadlines, leading coordination meetings, and keeping stakeholders updated.
• Maintaining libraries of case studies, project summaries, and supporting data.

Who You Are

You are an exceptional communicator with a passion for persuasive writing and a proven track record in the construction or civil engineering sector. You have the confidence to translate complex technical information into clear, client-focused responses and the drive to meet demanding deadlines. Collaborative by nature, you thrive when working with multi-disciplinary teams and take pride in delivering high-quality outputs that help secure new work.

Key Skills

• Proven bid writing experience (construction or technical environment desirable).
• Excellent writing, editing, and proofing skills.
• Ability to research, analyse, and present information clearly and concisely.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Confidence in leading meetings and collaborating with senior stakeholders.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel).
• Experience with Adobe products, Publisher, or Visio (advantage).
• Familiarity with APMP, Shipley, or other bid-writing frameworks (desirable).
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Company pension
• Holiday buy and sell scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Opportunities to purchase tickets to events at a discounted rate

(NOTE – Right to Work required as Visa Sponsorship unavailable for this position)