Bid Writer

HOWELLS SOLUTIONS LIMITED; Romford; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

HOWELLS SOLUTIONS LIMITED in Romford is seeking an experienced Bid Writer to join their team in the construction, refurbishment and maintenance sectors. You will own tender submissions across a varied portfolio for public sector contracts, working closely with directors and operations teams.

The role requires strong writing, editing and proofreading skills, the ability to manage multiple bids, and experience with electronic tender portals and Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Bid Writer, Proposal Writer or Tender Writer.
• Excellent writing, editing and proofreading skills.
• Experience using electronic tender portals and writing persuasive tender responses.

Responsibilities

• Produce high-quality, compliant tender submissions across construction and refurbishment contracts.
• Take ownership of submissions from tender review through to completion.
• Collaborate closely with Directors and wider commercial teams to secure contracts.

Skills

Bid writing

Editing

Proofreading

Persuasive writing

Project management

Organisational skills

Tender portals

Tools

Microsoft Office

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Bid Writer - Construction & Refurbishment - Public Sector £45,000 - £55,000 + Bonus + Benefits Office Based

We are working with an established and successful construction contractor to recruit an experienced Bid Writer to join their team in Romford.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a friendly, close-knit business with an excellent reputation for delivering construction, refurbishment and maintenance services across the social housing and public buildings sectors.

The business works with a strong mix of public and private sector organisations, including Local Authorities, Housing Associations, Property Managers and Education Trusts, delivering projects across Social Housing, Public Buildings, Schools, Universities and Care Homes.

With a turnover of approximately £14m and a team of circa 30 employees, this is an established, family-owned contractor where you'll have the opportunity to make a genuine impact. You'll be joining an experienced and supportive team, taking ownership of tender submissions and playing an important part in securing new contracts and framework opportunities.

Bid Writer Role:

As Bid Writer, you'll be responsible for producing high-quality, compelling and compliant tender submissions across a varied portfolio of construction, maintenance and refurbishment contracts.

Typical workstreams will include: Repairs & Maintenance, Planned & Cyclical Works, Void Refurbishments, Compliance Works, Damp & Mould programmes, Fire Safety Works and Refurbishment Projects.

Working closely with the Directors and wider operational and commercial teams, you'll take ownership of submissions from initial tender review through to completion.

Bid Writer Experience:

• Previous experience as a Bid Writer, Proposal Writer or Tender Writer.
• Excellent writing, editing and proofreading skills.
• The ability to write persuasive, customer-focused tender responses.
• Experience managing multiple bids simultaneously.
• Strong project management and organisational skills.
• Experience using electronic tender portals.
• Excellent Microsoft Office skills.
• Adobe Creative Suite experience would be advantageous.
• Experience within construction, energy, property services, maintenance, facilities management or related sectors is highly desirable.