Senior Bid Writer

JR United Kingdom; Crawley; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK housebuilder is seeking a Senior Bid Writer to craft compelling tender submissions. This role involves collaborating with various teams to ensure bids are competitive and meet client specifications. The successful candidate will have proven experience in bid writing, excellent communication skills, and a proactive approach to work. Competitive salary and career development opportunities are offered within a supportive and dynamic environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary of £80,000 - £100,000 per annum

Opportunity to work on high-profile residential projects

Career development and progression

Supportive and dynamic work environment

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Bid Writer in the housebuilding or construction sector.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple bids.
• Knowledge of the tendering process and relevant procurement systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop and write high-quality bid proposals tailored to tender requirements.
• Coordinate and manage the bid process, ensuring deadlines are met.
• Collaborate with internal teams to incorporate technical and project-specific information.

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Attention to detail

Project management

Collaboration

Proactivity

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Location: Crawley, West Sussex or Waltham Abbey, Essex

Contract Type: Permanent

About Us

We are partnered with a leading UK housebuilder renowned for delivering high-quality residential developments across the South East. Their commitment to excellence and innovation has established them as a trusted partner in the industry.

Role Overview

We are seeking a talented and driven Senior Bid Writer to join our client's dynamic team. This pivotal role involves crafting compelling and persuasive tender submissions to secure new business opportunities. You will collaborate closely with various departments, including project management, commercial, and design teams, to ensure bids are clear, competitive, and aligned with the company’s goals and values.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and write high-quality bid proposals, ensuring they are well-structured, persuasive, and meet the specific requirements of each tender.
• Coordinate and manage the bid process from start to finish, including gathering and reviewing technical information, ensuring deadlines are met, and liaising with internal stakeholders.
• Create tailored responses to Pre-Qualification Questionnaires (PQQs) and Invitation to Tender (ITT) documents.
• Collaborate with the design, commercial, and operations teams to incorporate relevant technical, financial, and project-specific information into bids.
• Ensure all bids comply with client specifications and legal/regulatory requirements.
• Proofread and edit content to ensure clarity, accuracy, and professionalism.
• Maintain and update the company’s bid library with past submissions, case studies, and templates.
• Continuously monitor industry trends and competitor activities to enhance the quality of future bids.

Key Skills and Experience

• Proven experience as a Bid Writer, ideally within the housebuilding or construction sector.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to produce clear, concise, and engaging content.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple bids and deadlines simultaneously.
• Ability to work collaboratively with internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Knowledge of the tendering process and experience working with relevant procurement systems and frameworks.
• A proactive, self-motivated approach to work, with the ability to work under pressure and adapt to changing priorities.
• A background in construction, project management, or related fields would be beneficial, but not essential.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary of £80,000 - £100,000 per annum.
• Opportunity to work on high-profile residential projects.
• Career development and progression within a leading housebuilder.
• A supportive, collaborative, and dynamic work environment.
• Flexible working arrangements.

If you are passionate about the housebuilding sector and have the skills and experience required for this role, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV to [emailprotected]