Bid Writer

SISK Group; Dublin; On-site; EUR 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

26 days annual leave

Pension scheme

Health & wellbeing supports

Career development opportunities

Total Rewards programme

Job summary

Sisk Group in Ireland is seeking a detail‑driven Bid Writer to craft high‑quality, fully compliant bid submissions for civil engineering and construction projects. You will collaborate with project managers, engineers and estimators to gather accurate information, tailor content to client specs, and ensure bids meet technical and regulatory standards.

This role offers a pathway to influence outcomes and strengthen Sisk’s competitive position through clear, persuasive writing and rigorous quality

Qualifications

• Proven working experience as a Bid Writer within an infrastructure, construction writing environment.
• Experience in construction or civil engineering tender processes.
• Relevant third level qualification in journalism, English or creative writing.
• Strong writing, editing, and technical communication skills.
• Excellent organisational skills with high attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Strong research and analytical skills.
• Ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams (engineers, estimators, project managers).

Responsibilities

• Write, compile, and format bid documents for civil construction projects.
• Tailor bid content to project requirements, including timelines, costs, methodologies, and quality expectations.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, estimators to gather accurate bid information.
• Review bid documents for clarity, consistency, and regulatory compliance.

Skills

Bid writing

Technical writing

Research skills

Editing

Microsoft Office

Attention to detail

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Journalism/English

Creative writing

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

At Sisk, we’re more than a construction company, we’re a family‑owned business with a global reach, committed to building excellence in every project. We deliver trust, certainty and value to our clients while embracing innovation and shaping the future of construction.

We are now seeking a detail‑driven Bid Writer to support the creation of high‑quality, compelling, and fully compliant bid submissions across our civil engineering and construction projects. In this role, you will have a key role in securing successful outcomes and strengthening Sisk’s competitive position in the market by working closely with multidisciplinary teams to craft tailored tender documents that clearly articulate our technical capabilities, project methodologies and commitment to quality.

Bid Preparation & Documentation

• Write, compile, and format bid documents for civil construction projects, ensuring all required elements are included and aligned with client needs and tender specifications.
• Tailor bid content to each project’s specific requirements, including timelines, costs, methodologies, and quality expectations.
• Ensure all bids adhere to legal, regulatory, and technical standards set by the client or governing bodies.

Information Gathering & Research

• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, estimators, and cross‑functional teams to collect accurate and up‑to‑date project information.
• Research project‑specific factors such as site conditions, scope of works, and client preferences.
• Stay informed on industry trends, market pricing, and competitor activity to strengthen bid competitiveness.

Stakeholder & Supplier Coordination

• Coordinate with subcontractors and suppliers to gather quotations, pricing details, and relevant technical information required for bid submissions.
• Maintain effective communication between all departments involved in the bid process to ensure accuracy and alignment.

Quality & Compliance Assurance

• Review all bid documents for clarity, consistency, and compliance with tender requirements.
• Verify that all submitted information meets client criteria and supports the company’s positioning as a competitive and reliable contractor.
• Proven working experience as a Bid Writer within an infrastructure, construction technical writing environment.
• Experience within the construction or civil engineering industry, with familiarity in tender processes and project information gathering.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams, including engineers, estimators, and project managers.
• Proven track record of producing clear, accurate, and high‑quality written materials under tight deadlines.
• Relevant third level qualification (journalism, english, creative writing etc)
• Strong writing, editing, and technical communication skills, with the ability to translate complex information into clear, persuasive content.
• Excellent organisational skills with high attention to detail and accuracy.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Strong research and analytical skills, with the ability to understand and interpret technical and project‑specific information.

What We Offer

At Sisk, your rewards package goes far beyond your salary. Our most valued benefits include

• Competitive salary
• 26 days annual leave
• Pension scheme
• Comprehensive health, wellbeing and lifestyle supports
• Career development opportunitiesAnd much more as part of our Total Rewards programme

Our People & Recruitment Commitment

At Sisk, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We offer the opportunity to work with purpose, grow a career without limits and be part of a supportive, collaborative team. All vacancies are managed directly by our Internal Recruitment Team. Unsolicited CVs or speculative contact from unapproved agencies are not accepted, and no fees will be payable.

Equity, Inclusion & Accessibility

We are an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, disability, age, sexual orientation, religion, family status or any other protected characteristic. We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process to support all candidates.

Encouraging All Talent to Apply

We understand that the confidence gap or imposter syndrome can discourage great people from applying. Even if you don’t meet every requirement, we encourage you to express your interest — your skills, experience and potential are what matter.

Compliance & Transparency

All recruitment materials are designed to meet or exceed legal and regulatory requirements, including the Irish and UK Equality Acts and the EU Pay Transparency Directive, ensuring fairness, transparency and equal access for every applicant.