Strategic Bid Writer - Win Construction Tenders

VanRath Search & Selection; Dungannon; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

VANRATH is recruiting a Bid Writer for a leading Civil Engineering and Building contractor in Northern Ireland. The role focuses on developing winning bid strategies, reviewing PQQs and tender requirements, and coordinating high-quality bid submissions.

The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience delivering PQQs and tender responses for construction projects, with strong writing, research, and presentation skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience preparing high-quality PQQs and tender submissions for construction or civil engineering projects.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to produce accurate submissions.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop clear win strategies and answer planning.
• Review PQQ and tender requirements and plan the overall submission approach.
• Carry out research to support high-quality bid submissions.
• Lead assigned bids, including organising kick-off meetings, planning tasks, and coordinating written responses.
• Produce, edit, and review bespoke tender responses that are clear, accurate, engaging, and aligned with client needs.
• Work with internal teams and external consultants to develop high-quality technical and content.
• Prepare materials for client presentations and attend interviews as required.
• Maintain bid information within bid software and company systems.
• Support continuous improvement by monitoring feedback and implementing updates to processes and documents.
• Carry out any other reasonable duties to support the wider work-winning team.
• Visit project sites and gather information to aid in case studies

Skills

Bid writing

PQQs & tender submissions

Research capabilities

Time management

Communication skills

Education

Third-level qualification in construction or engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Bid software

Job description

VANRATH is recruiting a Bid Writer for a leading Civil Engineering and Building contractor in Northern Ireland. The role focuses on developing winning bid strategies, reviewing PQQs and tender requirements, and coordinating high-quality bid submissions.

The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience delivering PQQs and tender responses for construction projects, with strong writing, research, and presentation skills.