Construction Bid Writer

Apple Technical Recruitment (UK); Norwich; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Apple Technical Recruitment (UK) is seeking a Bid Writer for a permanent role in Norwich. You will join the Pre-Construction team of a privately owned Main Contractor with projects ranging £5m-£30m, focusing on single stage tenders and frameworks.

The role involves drafting, reviewing and tailoring bid documentation, collaborating with estimators and design managers, and ensuring compliance with client specifications and branding.

Qualifications

• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Project packages.
• 5+ years of Bid Writer experience preferred in construction bids.
• Experience on bids for construction companies is advantageous.
• Knowledge of construction management processes and techniques.

Responsibilities

• Formulate bid plans, win themes and client-tailored strategies before drafting responses.
• Research market trends and competitor landscapes to inform win strategy.
• Draft, edit and proofread bid responses for clarity and value messaging.

Skills

Microsoft Project

Education

HNC / BTEC / A-Levels

Job description

Vacancy Summary

Job Title: Bid Writer

Job Type: Permanent

Job Ref: #1467

Location: Norwich (Office on outskirts of city with parking)

Salary: c£40k basic salary (DOE) plus competitive package including enhanced holiday allowance and pension.

Company & Project: A privately owned Main Contractor who have a track record delivering New Build and Refurbishment projects between c£5m-£30m across Commercial, Higher Education, Healthcare, Blue Light, Education and Residential sectors are looking to recruit a Bid Writer to join their Pre Construction team.

Our client has a busy order book already secured for 2027 and they are continuing to be strategic in targeting new business, offering a stable environment backed by decades of winning and delivering projects in the East.

The Main Contractor is an innovative and growing business, offering a collaborative culture and genuine room for long-term career progression as the Pre-Construction division expands.

They are recognised for their long term success delivering projects secured from both framework 2-stage tenders (regional and national frameworks) in addition to securing projects from single stage tenders in the local area.

Duties & Responsibilities

The successful candidate will take responsibility for Bid Writing and supporting the work winning team, handling tenders generated from a range of single stage tenders and frameworks, projects typically worth £5m-£30m in single value.

• Formulate strategic bid plans, win themes, and client-tailored strategies prior to drafting responses.
• Research market trends, competitor landscapes, and relevant tender topics to inform win strategy.
• Draft, edit, and proofread bid responses to ensure high clarity, consistency, and value-focused messaging.
• Facilitate formal draft review stages throughout the tender lifecycle to refine submission quality.
• Ensure full compliance with client specifications, internal standards, and mandatory limits.
• Design and format bid documentation using desktop publishing tools in line with corporate branding.
• Embed health, safety, and operational governance standards into submission materials.
• Collaborate with estimators, planners, and design manager to gather accurate content without duplication.
• Work with commercial and operations teams to tailor personnel CVs and project case studies.
• Update central bid databases and reference libraries for future reuse.
• Analyse post-submission feedback to drive continuous improvement in response quality and win rates.

Desirable Experience

• 5 years+ experience as Bid Writer.
• Experience working on bids for construction companies would be advantageous.
• Good knowledge of construction management process and techniques.
• Previous roles: Bid Writer OR Assistant Bid Manager OR Senior Bid Writer OR Bid Coordinator OR Senior Bid Coordinator.

Qualifications & Skills

Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Project packages. HNC, BTEC, A-Levels, or a comparable level of post-GCSE study / relevant qualification.