Bid Writer

Build Recruitment Limited; Sidcup; On-site; GBP 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading contractor in the social housing sector is seeking a talented Bid Writer. This full-time, office-based role involves preparing high-quality bids and collaborating with teams to secure new business. Ideal candidates have proven experience in bid writing, strong communication skills, and a passion for detail. The position offers stability and a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience writing bids or tenders within the construction or social housing sectors.
• Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills with a strong command of English.
• Ability to translate technical information into persuasive, client-focused responses.
• Highly organised, with the ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities.
• Strong communication skills and a proactive, team-oriented approach.

Responsibilities

• Support the preparation, coordination, and submission of high-quality bids and tender documents.
• Write clear, engaging, and tailored responses that align with client requirements and company objectives.
• Collaborate closely with operational, commercial, and technical teams to gather information and develop compelling bid content.
• Maintain consistency, compliance, and attention to detail across all submissions.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of bid materials, templates, and processes.
• Keep up to date with developments in the social housing sector.

Skills

Writing bids

Editing and proofreading

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Job description

Bid Writer – Social Housing (Planned Works) – Kent

Salary: £50,000 per annum
Office-based, 5 days per week

We are seeking a talented Bid Writer to join a leading contractor specialising in planned works within the social housing sector. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled writer with a keen eye for detail and a passion for producing high-quality, persuasive bids that help secure new business.

Role of the Bid Writer:

• Support the preparation, coordination, and submission of high-quality bids and tender documents.
• Write clear, engaging, and tailored responses that align with client requirements and company objectives.
• Collaborate closely with operational, commercial, and technical teams to gather information and develop compelling bid content.
• Maintain consistency, compliance, and attention to detail across all submissions.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of bid materials, templates, and processes.
• Keep up to date with developments in the social housing sector.

Bid Writer Requirements:

• Proven experience writing bids or tenders within the construction or social housing sectors.
• Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills with a strong command of English.
• Ability to translate technical information into persuasive, client-focused responses.
• Highly organised, with the ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities.
• Strong communication skills and a proactive, team-oriented approach.

This is a full-time, office-based position (Monday to Friday) offering stability, a supportive environment, and the chance to play a key role in the ongoing success of a respected contractor.

If you would like any further information, please contact Jack Burgess at Build Recruitment.