Bid Writer

Nurture Recruitment Jobs; Watford; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-regarded contractor in the construction and utilities sector is looking for an experienced Bid Writer. This permanent role involves preparing responses for tenders, collaborating with various departments, and offering opportunities for long-term professional development.

Qualifications

• At least three years experience in a dedicated bid writing or proposals role.
• Background in construction, civil engineering, or utilities.
• Excellent writing and editing skills.

Responsibilities

• Preparing written responses for PQQs, ITTs, and formal tenders.
• Collaborating across departments including operations and health.
• Managing a bid content library and updating reusable material.

Skills

Writing and editing

Organisational skills

Collaboration

Tools

InDesign

Job description

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We are supporting a well-regarded contractor in the construction and utilities sector in their search for an experienced Bid Writer. The company is involved in delivering essential infrastructure projects across the South East and requires a confident writer who can manage complex submissions with accuracy, clarity, and consistency.

The role is ideal for someone based in or near West London, Watford, Uxbridge, Slough, High Wycombe, Rickmansworth, or Hounslow, and is looking for a permanent position with genuine long-term development.

Key responsibilities include:

Preparing written responses for PQQs, ITTs, and formal tenders

Developing clear response plans with input from technical and commercial colleagues

Leading planning sessions to agree structure, tone, and win themes

Collaborating across departments including operations, health and safety, design, and innovation

Writing, editing, and formatting proposals to a high professional standard

Ensuring compliance with submission criteria and brand guidelines

Working to strict deadlines across multiple live bids

Managing a bid content library and updating reusable material as needed

We are looking for someone with:

At least three years experience in a dedicated bid writing or proposals role

A background in construction, civil engineering, or utilities

Excellent writing and editing skills, with a strong grasp of grammar and structure

Confidence working with technical and operational teams to extract the right information

The ability to present complex subjects in a clear, structured, and engaging way

Good organisational skills, with experience managing competing deadlines

Familiarity with layout and bid design software such as InDesign is useful

Why consider this opportunity:
You'll be joining a team that works on high-value infrastructure and utilities projects across the region. The business has a strong order book, a supportive bid function, and clear processes in place. You'll be given space to develop your skills and influence key submissions that win long-term work.

This position offers stability, scope for progression, and the chance to work within a company that values the role of bid writing as a critical function in its success.