Bid Writer

We Are Footprint; Sefton; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

We Are Footprint is looking for an experienced Bid Writer to join our construction team. You will produce high-quality tender submissions from initial PQQs and expressions of interest through to ITTs, coordinating with Estimating, Commercial, Pre-Construction and Operations to demonstrate capability and value.

You will review documents, identify risks and opportunities, gather project information from design and construction teams, and turn technical content into engaging bid responses.

Qualifications

• Experience writing bids in the construction sector.
• Ability to interpret tender documents and extract requirements.
• Strong written communication and client-focused responses.
• Ability to coordinate inputs from multiple internal teams.

Responsibilities

• Write and coordinate high-quality PQQ, SQ and tender submissions
• Review tender documents to identify requirements, risks and opportunities
• Collaborate with Estimating, Surveying, Design, and Construction teams
• Develop responses on methodology, programme, quality, H&S, sustainability
• Convert technical information into clear client-focused content
• Coordinate inputs from internal teams and ensure compliance
• Manage tender deadlines and multiple submissions concurrently
• Maintain bid content, case studies and company information
• Research clients, projects and procurement opportunities
• Support pre-construction/business development teams as needed
• Seek ways to improve submission quality and effectiveness

Skills

Bid Writing

Tender Writing

Construction knowledge

Attention to detail

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Time management

Communication skills

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Bid Writer - Construction

We\'re working with an established and growing construction business to recruit an experienced Bid Writer to join their team.

The business delivers a range of new build, refurbishment, commercial, industrial, healthcare, education and housing projects, alongside civils and wider construction services. They\'re continuing to grow their workload and are looking for someone who can play a key role in securing new work and supporting the wider pre-construction team.

The Role

You\'ll be responsible for producing high-quality, competitive tender submissions from initial PQQs and expressions of interest through to full ITTs.

You\'ll work closely with the Estimating, Commercial, Pre-Construction and Operations teams to pull together strong technical and commercial responses that demonstrate the company\'s experience, capability and added value.

Key responsibilities

• Writing and coordinating high-quality PQQ, SQ and tender submissions
• Reviewing tender documents and identifying key requirements, risks and opportunities
• Working with Estimators, Surveyors, Design and Construction teams to gather project information
• Developing clear and compelling responses around methodology, programme, quality, H&S, sustainability and social value
• Taking technical information and turning it into clear, client-focused written responses
• Coordinating input from internal teams and ensuring submissions are accurate and compliant
• Managing tender deadlines and multiple submissions at the same time
• Maintaining and developing bid content, case studies, CVs and company information
• Carrying out research into clients, projects and procurement opportunities
• Supporting the wider pre-construction/business development team where required
• Continually looking for ways to improve the quality and effectiveness of submissions

You\'ll need:

• Previous Bid Writing / Tender Writing experience within construction
• A good understanding of construction terminology and project delivery
• Experience working on PQQs, SQs and ITTs
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• The ability to take technical information and turn it into engaging bid responses
• Excellent attention to detail
• Good organisation skills and the ability to work to tight deadlines
• Confidence working with Estimating, Commercial, Operations and Pre-Construction teams
• The ability to manage several bids and deadlines at the same time
• Good IT skills, particularly Microsoft Word and Excel

Experience of framework bids, public sector tenders, social value, sustainability and quality submissions would be an advantage.

What\'s on offer?

This is a great opportunity to join an established construction business with a strong and varied project pipeline, where you\'ll have the opportunity to take real ownership of the bid process and have a direct impact on winning new work.

You\'ll be joining a business with a strong focus on quality, collaboration and long-term client relationships, with projects across a number of sectors. The company has also recently achieved Constructionline Platinum status, reflecting the strength of its processes, compliance and overall business standards