Senior Proposals Writer - Birmingham

Balfour Beatty; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Proposal Writer to join their dynamic team. In this role, you will be instrumental in preparing high-quality proposals for major infrastructure projects, ensuring alignment with client expectations and company standards. Your expertise in proposal writing and strong communication skills will be vital as you collaborate with project managers and stakeholders. The company offers a flexible work environment, allowing for up to 40% remote work, and a comprehensive benefits package that supports a healthy work-life balance. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to impactful projects that shape communities across the UK.

Benefits

Flexible working options

25 days paid annual leave

Family-friendly policies

Pension

Share plans

Volunteering leave

Recognition schemes

Qualifications

• Experience in work-winning/tendering within construction.
• Thorough knowledge of proposal writing techniques and quality presentation.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and manage high-quality proposals for major infrastructure projects.
• Lead writing efforts with subject matter experts to produce tailored responses.

Skills

Proposal Writing

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Microsoft Office

Research Skills

Job description

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About the role

Balfour Beatty, a leading international infrastructure group, is seeking to recruit a Senior Proposal Writer to join our Regional Build and Regional Civils team in Warrington. In this role, you will support the preparation and management of high-quality proposals for major infrastructure projects across our regional portfolio.

Our ideal candidate will have strong technical experience, a keen eye for detail, and excellent organizational skills. You will work closely with Project Managers and other stakeholders to ensure our bids align with client expectations, company standards, and best practices.

What you'll be doing

As a Senior Proposal Writer, you will:

1. Understand customer requirements, research, collate, and write material to meet pre-qualification and tender submission requirements.
2. Research and prepare supporting information for proposals, including case studies, CVs, project best practices, and innovations.
3. Develop approaches and facilitate answer planning and writing workshops.
4. Lead writing efforts with subject matter experts to produce responses and materials.
5. Support and conduct independent reviews of responses.
6. Work to a timetable to meet tender deadlines.
7. Maintain regular communication with the work-winning team.
8. Capture and develop bid 'win themes' from tender strategy meetings.
9. Write specific responses tailored to submission needs.
10. Maintain project-specific case studies and value reports demonstrating benefits and added value.
11. Create bespoke materials for business development and account management activities.

Who we're looking for

You will have:

• Experience in work-winning/tendering within construction.
• Excellent written English and strong verbal communication skills.
• Thorough knowledge of proposal writing techniques and quality presentation requirements.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to task completion.

Why work for us

Our teams deliver some of the UK's most ambitious projects, developing and maintaining vital infrastructure that supports communities and economies.

Why join us?

Alongside meaningful work, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Flexible working options, including up to 40% remote work.
• 25 days paid annual leave (pro-rata).
• Family-friendly policies with extended paid leave for maternity, adoption, paternity, and partner leave.
• Other benefits: pension, share plans, volunteering leave, recognition schemes, and more.

About us

Operating across England and Wales, our teams create places for living, caring, working, learning, and recreation, focusing on sectors like aviation, health, defense, education, and development.

Diversity and inclusion

We believe diversity and inclusion are vital to a successful workplace. Through our strategies and memberships, we strive to foster an inclusive culture where everyone can thrive. For more, visit www.balfourbeatty.com/diversityandinclusion.

We are committed to creating an inclusive environment and encourage applications from all backgrounds, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. For more info, visit https://disabilityconfident.campaign.gov.uk/.