Bid Writer

Enhance.Consulting; Sefton; Hybrid; GBP 38,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonus

Hybrid working

Job summary

EFT Construction is seeking a Senior Bid Writer to join its in-house bid function in Southport. The role focuses on converting technical construction data into persuasive, high-scoring responses for PQQs, SQs, ITTs and framework submissions.

You will work with senior leaders, pre-construction and operations to shape bid strategy and content, with a clear path to Bid Manager as the team grows. Hybrid role with 2–3 days in Southport.

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years’ experience in bid/proposal writing or tender management.
• Experience within construction, refurbishment, engineering or the wider built environment.
• Strong knowledge of construction tendering and procurement.
• Exceptional written English and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple bids and work effectively under deadline pressure.
• A collaborative, commercially minded approach.
• Public sector/framework bidding experience and InDesign skills would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Writing and managing PQQs, SQs, ITTs, framework submissions, method statements and case studies.
• Turning technical construction information into persuasive, high-scoring responses.
• Supporting bid strategy, storyboarding and win themes.
• Managing multiple submissions and deadlines.
• Developing bid content libraries and improving processes.
• Reviewing tender feedback and continuously improving submission quality.
• Using technology and AI-assisted tools to improve bid development and efficiency.

Skills

Bid writing

Tender management

Written English

Deadline pressure

Collaboration

Commercial awareness

InDesign

Tools

InDesign

Job description

Senior Bid Writer – Construction | Southport / Hybrid

£38,000–£50,000 + performance bonus

Hybrid – 2–3 days per week at Southport HQ

Permanent | Full-time

Genuine progression opportunity to Bid Manager

EFT Construction is looking for an experienced Senior Bid Writer to join its growing in-house work-winning function.

This is more than a traditional bid writing role. You’ll play an important part in securing new contracts and framework opportunities, working closely with senior leaders, pre-construction, estimating, commercial and operational teams.

As the business continues to grow, there is a clear opportunity for the successful candidate to develop into a future Bid Manager position.

The role will include:

• Writing and managing PQQs, SQs, ITTs, framework submissions, method statements and case studies
• Turning technical construction information into persuasive, high-scoring responses
• Supporting bid strategy, storyboarding and win themes
• Managing multiple submissions and deadlines
• Developing bid content libraries and improving processes
• Reviewing tender feedback and continuously improving submission quality
• Using technology and AI-assisted tools to improve bid development and efficiency

We’re looking for someone with:

• 3–5+ years’ experience in bid/proposal writing or tender management
• Experience within construction, refurbishment, engineering or the wider built environment
• Strong knowledge of construction tendering and procurement
• Exceptional written English and attention to detail
• The ability to manage multiple bids and work effectively under deadline pressure
• A collaborative, commercially minded approach

Public sector/framework bidding experience, InDesign skills and experience developing bid processes would be advantageous.

Why consider it?

You’ll be joining an ambitious, growing construction business where the bid function is viewed as an important part of its future growth. You’ll have visibility with senior leadership, the opportunity to influence how the function develops and, importantly, a genuine pathway towards Bid Manager as the team grows.