Bid Writer

PiLON; England; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A trusted name in construction is seeking a Bid Writer in Bracknell, Berkshire, to create high-quality bids for the social housing sector. This role involves producing persuasive responses to procurement documents and collaborating with various teams. Ideal candidates will have experience in bid writing, exceptional written English skills, and proficiency in MS Word. Join our dynamic team to contribute to our growth and success while enjoying competitive benefits, including generous holidays and personal development opportunities.

Benefits

23 days of holiday (plus bank holidays)

Up to £2,000 referral reward

Shopping benefits

Welcoming office environment

Annual training budget

Qualifications

• Experience in bid writing within the construction and social housing sector.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Strong attention to grammar, clarity, and structure in writing.
• Excellent communication skills across all levels.
• Capacity to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Create persuasive written responses to PQQs and ITTs.
• Manage tight deadlines while maintaining high standards.
• Enhance the bid library with updated content.
• Maintain the company tone of voice across documents.
• Support business development initiatives.

Skills

Bid writing experience

Time management under pressure

Exceptional written English

Collaboration and communication skills

Self-motivated and adaptable

Education

Degree or equivalent qualification

APMP Foundation certification

Tools

MS Word

Job description

Location: Bracknell, Berkshire
Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: Competitive + Excellent Benefits

Hybrid Working: Up to 2 days per week from home after your first few months

Are you a detail-oriented writer with experience creating compelling bids? PiLON is looking for a Bid Writer to join our collaborative team, supporting our work in refurbishment and planned maintenance within the social housing sector.

In this role, you ll help produce high-quality bids that reflect our brand and values, respond to PQQs and ITTs, and create supporting materials like case studies. You ll work closely with colleagues across the business to gather technical and project information and ensure all submissions meet client expectations.

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys writing with clarity and persuasion, working in a fast-paced environment, and contributing to the company s growth and success.

Key responsibilities

• Create persuasive, well-structured written responses to PQQs, ITTs, and case studies
• Manage and meet tight deadlines while maintaining high standards
• Enhance and maintain the bid library with updated, relevant content
• Uphold the company s tone of voice, branding, and messaging across all bid documents
• Stay informed on market trends and client needs to bring innovation to submissions
• Work closely with internal teams to gather technical and project-specific input
• Support business development initiatives and align submissions with strategic goals

What We re Looking For

• Proven experience in bid writing within the construction and social housing sector
• Ability to manage multiple projects under pressure and meet strict deadlines
• Exceptional written English, with a keen eye for grammar, clarity, and structure
• Strong collaboration and communication skills across all levels of the business
• Self-motivated, adaptable, and capable of working both independently and as part of a team
• Proficiency in MS Word and general IT competence

Bonus if you have

• A degree or equivalent qualification
• APMP Foundation certification

Why Join Us? Here are some of the brilliant benefits you could get at PiLON:

• 23 days of holiday per year, excluding Bank Holidays (+ get more days with length of service)
• Up to £2,000 reward for successful recommendations as part of our referral scheme
• Significant savings on daily shopping through our benefits portal
• A welcoming office, snacks, beverages, friendly colleagues and team socials throughout the year
• A supportive culture and a great team with exceptional talent and experience
• Trained Mental Health First Aiders support
• Annual training budget so you can focus on your personal and professional development and much more

About PiLON

At PiLON, we're more than just a business. We are a trusted name in construction, known for our reliability and dedication to the quality of work. Specialising in planned maintenance and refurbishments within the social housing sector, we're excited to welcome you to our rapidly growing team. Apply today for an opportunity to create lasting legacies together!

Our customers come from all walks of life, and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds, not just because it s the right thing to do, but because it makes our company stronger. Taking our commitment to diversity seriously, we are proud members of the Black Professionals in Construction Network, a leading organisation focused on promoting inclusion in the built environment sector.

If you are driven and reliable and you aspire to make a meaningful impact, we want to hear from you. In return, you can expect support in achieving both your personal and career aspirations, as you'll work with a team that has a strong sense of motivation and pride in what we deliver.