Bid Writer - Social Housing

Approach Personnel Ltd; Rotherham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A trusted main contractor in Rotherham seeks a Construction Bid Writer to join their pre-construction team. This role involves analyzing tender documents, developing bid strategies, and managing the bid process to ensure compliance with client requirements. The ideal candidate will have prior experience working as a Bid Writer for a Main Contractor and possess exceptional communication and organizational skills. A competitive salary, car allowance, and bonus schemes are included.

Benefits

Competitive basic salary of £50,000

Annual bonus scheme

Private pension scheme

Life assurance policy

Enhanced maternity/paternity pay

Qualifications

• Prior proven experience working for a Main Contractor on similar projects as a Bid Writer/Bid Coordinator.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities simultaneously.
• Commitment to producing work of the highest quality.

Responsibilities

• Analyse tender documents to understand client needs and requirements.
• Create compelling themes and strategies to differentiate the company's proposal.
• Coordinate all aspects of the bid, from initial pre-qualification questionnaires to final submission.
• Ensure submitted documentation meets specific criteria.
• Craft clear and persuasive proposals highlighting the company's strengths.

Skills

Exceptional written and verbal communication skills

Strong project management skills

Attention to detail

Job description

Are you an experienced Construction Bid Writer, with a background working on projects within the Education, Healthcare, MOJ or Industrial sectors? Are you looking to join a trusted employer, with further opportunities for career development?

Approach Personnel are proud to be partnered with a longstanding, established Main Contractor who are currently on the look out for a Bid Writer to join them on a permanent basis out of their South Yorkshire site. As a Bid Writer, you will be responsible for being a key part of the pre‑construction team, working closely with our team of Design Managers, Planners & Estimators to ensure the commercial success and viability of our future projects.

What's in it for you?

• Competitive basic salary of £50,000 (D.O.E) with a Car Allowance
• Annual bonus scheme
• Private pension scheme
• Life assurance policy
• Enhanced maternity/paternity pay

What are we looking for?

• Prior proven experience working for a Main Contractor on similar projects as a Bid Writer/Bid Coordinator
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex technical information in a clear and persuasive manner.
• Strong project management and organisational skills, able to manage multiple deadlines and priorities simultaneously.
• High attention to detail and a commitment to producing work of the highest quality.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyse tender documents: Study invitation‑to‑tender documents to understand client needs and requirements.
• Develop bid strategies: Create compelling themes and strategies to differentiate the company's proposal.
• Manage the bid process: Coordinate all aspects of the bid, from initial pre‑qualification questionnaires (PQQ) to final submission.
• Ensure compliance: Make sure the submitted documentation meets all the specific criteria and requirements outlined by the client.
• Write persuasive content: Craft clear, concise, and accurate proposals that highlight the company's strengths and value.

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