Bid Writer

Kenton Black; Coventry; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Tier 1 Main Contractor in Coventry is seeking a Bid Writer to create high-quality proposals. The successful candidate will have experience in Civil Engineering and a degree, supporting a strong bid team to deliver compelling responses that meet client expectations. This role offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits including a car allowance, bonus, and pension.

Benefits

Car Allowance / Company Car

Up to 15% Bonus

6% Pension

26 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays

Private Healthcare

Company Share Scheme

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Bid Writer within Civil Engineering.
• Good understanding of industry processes.
• Live within or commutable to Coventry.

Responsibilities

• Support and develop high scoring proposals.
• Work closely with bid managers and other team members.
• Engage in answer planning and review processes.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Technical knowledge

Analytical research

Education

Degree level education or equivalent

Job description

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The Company:
An exciting new opportunity for a Bid Writer to join a Tier 1 Main Contractor within the Coventry region.

My client works within the Civil Engineering Sector working on schemes such as: Water, Highways, Rail and Aviation. This is a fantastic opportunity for a Bid Writer to join an amazing company and really apply their trade and skills to a well-established Main Contractor.

The Role:
The Bid Writer will be responsible for supporting and developing high scoring proposals. This will include a combination of analytical research, answer planning, bid writing, editing, reviewing and proof reading.

The Bid Writer will work as part of a wider bid team, working closely with bid managers, estimators, planners, operational support, and other members of the proposals team to:
•Develop persuasive and engaging responses that exceed Client expectations and incorporate tangible benefits, commitments and relevant evidence
• Ensure the winning strategy is embedded in the proposal, addressing client ‘hot buttons’ and incorporating clear win themes throughout.
• Ensure Client questions and marking criteria are fully understood and addressed with relevant information.
• Engage and provide constructive challenge during answer planning and the review process.
• Demonstrate a proactive, flexible and agile approach, with the ability to work in high-pressure environments, managing multiple proposals and / or commitments simultaneously to meet deadlines.

What we want from you:
• Previous experience as a Bid Writer within the Civil Engineering industry.
• Good technical knowledge and good understanding of industry processes.
• Degree level education or equivalent
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.
• Full UK driving license.
• Live within or commutable to Coventry.

On Offer for You:
• £60,000 - £70,000 +(DOE)
• £6,000 Car Allowance / Company Car
• Up to 15% Bonus
• 6% Pension
• 26 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays (Can purchase up to 5 days a year)
• Private Healthcare (For you and your spouse)
• Company Share Scheme

If you’re interested in the role or have any further questions, please apply, or contact Brandon at Kenton Black in the Birmingham office on