Performance Manager

The Candidate Recruitment Agency; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is looking for a Bid Writer to join their team in Cheshire. The ideal candidate has strong writing and editing skills, previous experience in bid writing, and the capability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment. This role involves crafting compelling bid responses and collaborating with internal teams to develop winning proposals.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in bid writing or a similar role within construction, engineering, or professional services.
• Confident using client portals and design tools.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks under tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Writing and editing bid responses tailored to client requirements.
• Coordinating bid submissions from initial enquiry to final delivery.
• Creating supporting materials such as CVs and case studies.

Skills

Strong writing and editing skills

Organisational skills

Proficiency in design tools like InDesign

Tools

CRM systems

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Michael Wilkinson - Senior Digital Marketing Recruitment Consultant

Senior Recruitment Consultant @ The Candidate Recruitment Agency

This privately owned construction and engineering business is a recognised leader in construction, delivering innovative, sustainable solutions across healthcare, education, and public sector infrastructure. With a strong reputation for quality, speed, and social value, the company is growing rapidly and offers a dynamic, collaborative environment for ambitious professionals looking to make an impact.

As part of the company’s continued growth, they are seeking a Bid Writer to join their team in Cheshire. This is a key role for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys crafting compelling, high-quality written submissions. The successful candidate will support the full bid lifecycle, working closely with the Bid Manager and wider team to develop winning proposals that reflect the company’s values and capabilities.

What You’ll Be Doing…

• Writing and editing bid responses that are clear, accurate and tailored to client requirements
• Coordinating bid submissions from initial enquiry through to final delivery
• Creating supporting materials including CVs, case studies and presentation documents
• Managing client portals and tracking new opportunities
• Collaborating with internal teams to shape win strategies and gather technical input
• Contributing to social value responses and maintaining bid content libraries
• Using design software to enhance document presentation and layout

What We’re Looking For…

• Strong writing and editing skills with a keen eye for detail and presentation
• Previous experience in bid writing or a similar role within construction, engineering or professional services
• Highly organised with excellent time management and multitasking ability
• Confident using CRM systems, client portals and design tools such as InDesign
• Proactive, collaborative and comfortable working to tight deadlines
• A positive mindset with a genuine interest in contributing to a growing team

Please note due to high volumes of applications unfortunately we are not always able to respond to all unsuccessful applicants. However we wish everyone who applies the very best with their job search.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Business Development

• Industries

  Construction