Bid Writer

Skilled Careers; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction contractor in Maidstone is seeking an experienced Bid Writer to create high-quality tender submissions. You will play a crucial role in collaborating with various teams to develop compelling content that secures projects. This position offers a competitive salary between £40,000 and £55,000 plus additional benefits. Ideal candidates will have a proven track record in bid writing within the construction sector, excellent communication skills, and proficiency with Microsoft Office and InDesign.

Benefits

Competitive salary and package

Collaborative working environment

Qualifications

• Proven track record of producing successful bids within the construction sector.
• Strong understanding of construction terminology, delivery, and procurement processes.
• Exceptional eye for detail.
• Excellent written and verbal skills.

Responsibilities

• Collating and reviewing information for tender submissions.
• Collaborate with team members to craft compelling bid content.
• Write and edit high-quality bid responses.
• Tailor responses to specific client requirements.
• Manage bid timelines for submission.
• Maintain and update the Technical Library.
• Improve the bid process and content quality.

Skills

Bid writing

Collaboration

Attention to detail

Verbal communication

Written communication

Construction terminology

Tools

Microsoft Office

PowerPoint

InDesign

Job description

New Bid Writer(Construction) in Kent

Position: Bid Writer

Contract type: Permanent & Full-Time

Location: Maidstone, Kent

Salary: £40,000 - £55,000 + package

Contact: Mark Dixon at Skilled Careers Maidstone office

About the company:

One of Kent's key main contractors, delivering new build and refurbishment projects across the Southern Home Counties with projects being procured through a variety of frameworks and competitive tender.

The opportunity

With a varied pipeline of work, this is a chance to join a contractor that values teamwork and professional development. As Bid Writer, you'll be a key member of the team and will be creating high-quality tender submissions to help secure future projects.

Role overview

As the Bid Writer, you will play a key role in producing high-quality, dynamic, persuasive tender submissions that clearly articulate the company's value proposition, demonstrate compliance and showcase their experience.

Key responsibilities

• Collating and reviewing a broad range of information which could include case studies, technical information, social value material, tender programmes, construction methodologies to Bid/Tender submission documents
• Collaborate closely with Estimators, Design Managers, Contracts Managers and Quantity Surveyors to craft compelling content that helps win work in a competitive marketplace
• Write, edit and coordinate high-quality bid responses for PQQs, ITTs and RFPs
• Tailor responses to meet specific client requirements and scoring criteria
• Manage bid timelines to ensure submissions are completed on time
• Maintain and update the Technical Library of standard responses, case studies and other supporting information
• Play a key role in the ongoing improvement of the bid process and quality of content

About you

• Proven track record of producing successful bids within the construction sector
• Strong understanding of construction terminology, delivery and procurement processes
• Exceptional eye for detail
• Excellent written and verbal skills
• Able to engage and collaborate with internal stakeholders to produce high-quality bid submissions
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, PowerPoint and InDesign to produce high-quality documents

What is in it for you

• A competitive Bid Writer salary and package
• Supportive, collaborative working environment where your work truly makes a difference

Interested?

If you want to work with a respected contractor delivering exciting projects we'd love to hear from you.

Click “Apply Now” or contact Mark Dixon at Skilled Careers (Maidstone branch) for a confidential discussion.