Bid Writer

Ridge and Partners LLP; Highgate; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing built environment consultancy is seeking a Bid Writer to join their Birmingham/Solihull office. In this role, you will prepare and write bids, collaborating closely with technical experts and stakeholders. Strong writing and editing skills are essential, along with the ability to work under tight deadlines. Previous experience in bid writing is preferred. The company emphasizes delivering outstanding service to clients and supporting their team members' growth.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in bid writing or similar role.
• Experience in construction or engineering sectors is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and write compelling bids aligned with client objectives.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather information for bids.
• Conduct research and create structured responses.

Skills

Writing and editing skills

Attention to detail

Communication of complex ideas

Relationship building

Critical thinking

Ability to work to deadlines

Education

APMP Certification

Tools

Microsoft Word

Adobe InDesign

Job description

Responsibilities

• Prepare and write compelling bids. Develop clear, concise and tailored responses ensuring they align with client requirements and objectives.
• Collaborate with key stakeholders. Work closely with technical experts and senior leaders to gather relevant information for bid submissions.
• Create structured and persuasive responses. Ensure answers are well structured, easy to read and understand, highlighting Ridge's key strengths and what makes us different.
• Conduct research and gather information from a wide range of sources, writing from scratch or editing material as appropriate.
• Facilitate win themes, storyboarding and answer planning.
• Proofread and edit. Review bid content to ensure accuracy, consistency and compliance with client requirements, as well as correct style and grammar.
• Converting knowledge from operational staff by conducting 1 to 1 interviews.
• Develop case studies and examples. Create and update project experience, case studies and testimonials that demonstrate past success and expertise.
• Compliance. Ensure that all bids meet legal, contractual and client specific requirements.
• Prepare presentation materials. Assist in preparing presentation documents or slides for presentations where required.
• Work with graphic designers to produce appropriate graphics that enhance the response.
• Track feedback. Review feedback on bid success or failure and suggest improvements for future proposals.

Qualifications

• A passion for writing and a flair for communicating complex ideas.
• Exemplar writing, editing and proofreading skills.
• Strong relationship building skills.
• Attention to detail and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to work to tight deadlines.
• Understanding of construction, engineering or related sectors would be advantageous.
• APMP Certification an advantage.
• Microsoft Word proficiency.
• Experience with Adobe InDesign is an advantage.

About the Role

An opportunity for a Bid Writer to join our busy Midlands region from our Birmingham / Solihull office. We are looking for a curious and confident self-starter with the potential to become a key player in our busiest work-winning team. Previous experience in a bid writing role.

About the Company

Ridge and Partners is a growing built environment consultancy focused on helping clients create better, more sustainable places for people to live, learn, work and play. Our aim is always to deliver outstanding service to clients and provide our people with the support, opportunities, and environments they need to flourish.