Bid Writer

Building Careers UK; Manchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Bid Writer to develop compelling proposals for civil engineering projects in Manchester. The role involves writing and editing high-quality bid content, collaborating with technical teams, and ensuring compliance with client requirements. The ideal candidate should have a proven track record in bid writing and excellent communication skills. This position offers competitive salary and opportunities for career development.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Opportunities for career development

Supportive and dynamic working environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a Bid Writer role, ideally within the construction or civil engineering sectors.
• Ability to work under pressure to tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Write high-quality, engaging, and tailored bid content for public and private sector opportunities.
• Work closely with technical teams to gather information and ensure alignment with client requirements.
• Maintain a library of reusable content and continuously improve bid materials.

Skills

Exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills

Strong attention to detail

Collaborative approach and excellent communication skills

Tools

Bid management tools

Microsoft Office suite

Job description

Are you an experienced Bid Writer with a passion for creating compelling proposals that win work? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you.

About Our Client:
Our client is a leading, multi-disciplinary contractor with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality civil engineering, demolition, earthworks, and remediation projects across the UK. With a solid pipeline of work and ambitious growth plans, they are looking to strengthen their team with a talented Bid Writer.

The Role:
As a Bid Writer, you will be a key part of the work-winning team, responsible for developing clear, persuasive, and strategically aligned content for pre-qualification questionnaires (PQQs), tenders, and capability statements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Write high-quality, engaging, and tailored bid content for public and private sector opportunities

• Work closely with technical teams, business development, and senior leadership to gather information and ensure alignment with client requirements

• Ensure all written material meets brand, tone, and compliance standards

• Maintain a library of reusable content and continuously improve bid materials

• Support bid strategy sessions and contribute to win themes and value propositions

Requirements:

• Proven experience in a Bid Writer role, ideally within the construction or civil engineering sectors

• Exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills

• Strong attention to detail and ability to work under pressure to tight deadlines

• Collaborative approach and excellent communication skills

• Knowledge of bid management tools and Microsoft Office suite

What's on Offer:

• The opportunity to work with an established, forward-thinking contractor

• A supportive and dynamic working environment

• Competitive salary and benefits package

• Opportunities for career development and progression

If you're a creative and driven professional looking to take the next step in your career, we want to hear from you.

Apply: ContactHayley Woodruff on (phone number removed) or apply with your CV to (url removed)

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Please Note: Due to high volume of applicants, only those shortlisted will be contacted.

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