Bid Writer

Buildforce Solutions Ltd; Coventry; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous benefits package

Enhanced pension

Excellent holiday entitlement

Health and wellbeing benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Job summary

Buildforce Solutions Ltd. is seeking an experienced Bid Writer in Coventry to produce compelling, high-quality submissions from initial enquiry through to final bid.

The role is office-based with hybrid options, offering a clear path to win work across education, healthcare, commercial, leisure and mixed-use sectors. You'll own bid submissions, coordinate with Preconstruction and marketing teams, and design engaging documents using Adobe Creative Suite.

Qualifications

• Previous experience writing bids within construction or the built environment
• Excellent writing, editing and proofreading skills
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines
• Experience producing PQQs, SQs and tender submissions
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign)
• A collaborative approach and confidence working with stakeholders across the business

Responsibilities

• Producing high-quality PQQs, SQs, ITTs and tender submissions
• Writing compelling, tailored responses that clearly demonstrate the company's strengths and added value
• Managing tender programmes and ensuring submission deadlines are met
• Creating bid‑specific case studies, CVs and supporting documentation
• Designing visually engaging proposal documents using Adobe Creative Suite
• Coordinating information from technical and operational teams across the business
• Managing online tender portals and electronic submissions
• Continuously improving bid content by maintaining a library of responses, project information and supporting materials
• Support branding, presentation materials, social media content and wider business development initiatives

Skills

Bid writing

Editing

Proofreading

Project coordination

MS Office

InDesign

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

InDesign

Microsoft Office

Job description

BID WRITER - Leading Main Contractor

Location: Coventry (Office Based/Hybrid)

Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 + Generous Benefits Package

The Opportunity

Are you an experienced Bid Writer who thrives on producing compelling, high-quality submissions that win work?

We're working with a highly respected, long-established construction business that has built an outstanding reputation for delivering major projects across multiple sectors including education, healthcare, commerical, leisure and mixed-use developments. With a strong pipeline of work, an impressive client base and an enviable success rate, they're now looking to appoint a Bid Writers to join their growing Preconstruction team based in Coventry.

This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a collaborative business where quality, innovation and people genuinely come first.

The Role

Working closely with the Preconstruction Manager and wider operational teams, you'll take ownership of producing engaging, high-quality bid submissions from initial enquiry through to final submission.

You'll be responsible for:

• Producing high-quality PQQs, SQs, ITTs and tender submissions


• Writing compelling, tailored responses that clearly demonstrate the company's strengths and added value


• Managing tender programmes and ensuring submission deadlines are met


• Creating bid‑specific case studies, CVs and supporting documentation


• Designing visually engaging proposal documents using Adobe Creative Suite


• Coordinating information from technical and operational teams across the business


• Managing online tender portals and electronic submissions


• Continuously improving bid content by maintaining a library of responses, project information and supporting materials

You'll also work closely with the marketing team to support branding, presentation materials, social media content and wider business development initiatives.

About You

We're looking for someone who enjoys creating winning submissions and has excellent written communication skills.

Ideally you’ll have:

• Previous experience writing successful bids within construction or the built environment


• Excellent writing, editing and proofreading skills


• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines


• Experience producing PQQs, SQs and tender submissions


• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Suite (particularly InDesign)


• A collaborative approach and confidence working with stakeholders across the business

What’s on Offer

• Salary of £50,000 - £60,000


• Generous benefits package


• Enhanced pension


• Excellent holiday entitlement with the option to purchase additional leave


• Health and wellbeing benefits


• Flexible working arrangements


• Genuine career development opportunities


• Supportive, collaborative working environment


• The opportunity to join a financially secure business with an exceptional reputation and strong order book