Bid Writer

SISK Group; Dublin; On-site; EUR 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

26 days annual leave

Pension scheme

Health, wellbeing & lifestyle supports

Career development opportunities

Total Rewards programme

Job summary

Sisk Group is seeking a Bid Writer to develop and tender bid documents for civil construction projects. You will tailor content to project specifics, coordinate with engineers, estimators, and suppliers, and ensure compliance with client requirements.

We value clear, persuasive writing and strong attention to detail, with proven ability to deliver high-quality materials under tight deadlines. Join a family-owned business with global reach and a commitment to excellence.

Qualifications

• Proven working experience as a Bid Writer in infrastructure/construction.
• Experience in tender processes and project information gathering.
• Strong writing, editing and technical communication skills.
• Ability to translate complex information into clear, persuasive content.
• Excellent organisational skills with high attention to detail and accuracy.

Responsibilities

• 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 requirements, including timelines, costs, methodologies, and quality expectations.
• Coordinate with subcontractors and suppliers to gather quotations, pricing details, and technical information for bid submissions.
• Review bid documents for clarity, consistency, and compliance with tender requirements and client criteria.

Skills

Strong writing/editing

Technical communication

Research and analysis

Organisational skills

Translate complex info clearly

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

Third level qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

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.

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 opportunities
• And 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.