Bid Writer

The Barbican; City Of London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected building services contractor in the City of London is seeking a Bid Writer to produce compelling submissions for M&E tender projects. You will collaborate with various teams to ensure compliance and clarity in documentation. Ideal candidates will have previous bidding experience, strong communication skills, and a proactive approach. The role offers exposure to major projects and a supportive team culture, along with a competitive salary and benefits package.

Benefits

Opportunity to work on major projects

Supportive team culture

Competitive salary and benefits package

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Bid Writer or in a similar proposals role.
• Strong written communication skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Write, edit and coordinate bid responses.
• Develop clear, persuasive content aligned with client requirements.
• Liaise with internal stakeholders for input.
• Ensure all submissions are compliant and submitted on time.
• Maintain and improve bid libraries and templates.

Skills

Strong written communication skills

Attention to detail

Ability to manage multiple deadlines

Collaborative and proactive

Technical translation of complex information

Job description

As Bid Writer, you'll play a key role in producing high-quality, compelling submissions for a range of M&E and building services tenders. Working closely with the Bid Manager, estimating, commercial and project delivery teams, you'll help communicate the company's technical capability, values and differentiators.

Key Responsibilities

• Write, edit and coordinate bid responses, PQQs and tender submissions
• Develop clear, persuasive content aligned with client requirements and scoring criteria
• Liaise with internal stakeholders to gather technical, commercial and operational input
• Ensure all submissions are compliant, well-structured, and submitted on time
• Maintain and improve bid libraries, templates, and case studies
• Support continuous improvement of bid quality and win strategies

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Bid Writer or in a similar proposals role (construction, M&E or engineering preferred)
• Strong written communication skills with excellent attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Collaborative, proactive and well‑organised
• Confident working with technical teams to translate complex information into clear messaging

Benefits

• Opportunity to work with a well-established and respected building services contractor
• Exposure to major projects across London and the Southeast
• Supportive team culture with opportunities for development and progression
• Competitive salary and benefits package