Bid Writer

EH20 group; Scotland; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established construction business in Scotland is seeking an experienced Senior Bid Writer to support the delivery of high-quality bid submissions. The role involves coordinating written content for tenders and ensuring compliance with client requirements. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in bid writing, excellent communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple bids effectively. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and understanding of construction procurement processes are essential.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Bid Writer within construction or a related sector.
• Self-motivated team player with a proactive approach.
• Experience working to strict deadlines and managing multiple submissions.

Responsibilities

• Produce high-quality written content for bids, tenders, PQQs, and frameworks.
• Coordinate bid submissions, ensuring compliance with client requirements and deadlines.
• Work closely with internal stakeholders to gather and develop technical content.

Skills

Excellent written English

Strong attention to detail

Ability to communicate effectively

Strong organisational skills

Time management skills

Commercial awareness

Tools

Microsoft Office

Bid management tools

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Senior Bid Writer to join a growing work-winning team within a well-established construction business. In this role, you will play a key part in supporting the successful delivery of high-quality, compliant, and compelling bid submissions across a range of construction projects.

Working closely with pre-construction, commercial, and operational teams, you will be responsible for coordinating and producing written content for tenders, PQQs, and framework submissions. You will ensure all submissions clearly articulate the company's strengths, experience, and approach, while meeting client requirements and deadlines.

You will manage multiple bids concurrently, contribute to bid strategies, and support continuous improvement of bid content and processes. The role requires strong attention to detail, excellent written communication skills, and the ability to engage effectively with internal stakeholders to gather technical input and convert it into clear, persuasive responses.

You will also maintain and develop the bid library, support lessons-learned reviews, and help drive consistency and quality across all work-winning activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Produce high-quality written content for bids, tenders, PQQs, and frameworks
• Coordinate bid submissions, ensuring compliance with client requirements and deadlines
• Work closely with internal stakeholders to gather and develop technical content
• Contribute to bid strategies and win themes
• Edit, proofread, and tailor responses to align with client briefs and evaluation criteria
• Manage multiple bids simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
• Maintain and develop a bid library and standard responses
• Support post-bid reviews and continuous improvement initiatives

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Bid Writer within construction or a related sector
• Excellent written English and strong attention to detail
• Ability to communicate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Experience working to strict deadlines and managing multiple submissions
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and bid management tools
• Commercial awareness and understanding of construction procurement processes
• Self-motivated team player with a proactive approach