Bid Writer

BAM UK & Ireland; Kildare; On-site; EUR 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A major construction firm is looking for a Technical Engineering Submission Writer based in Kill, Kildare. This entry-level role involves assisting with pre-qualifications, proposals, and presentations for building projects, ensuring clarity in submissions, and overseeing content edits. Candidates should have strong project management skills, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and preferably a background in the construction or engineering industry. The position offers benefits such as private health insurance, pension contributions, and opportunities for development.

Benefits

8% pension contribution

Private Health Insurance

Dental Plan

26 days annual leave

2 wellbeing days annually

Paid maternity & paternity leave

Learning & Development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in bid management/tender submissions.
• A background in the construction/engineering industry is preferable.
• Experience in a similar role may be beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with pre-qualifications, proposals, and presentations.
• Overseeing input and edits on technical write-ups.
• Supporting the team in shaping winning responses.

Skills

Strong project management skills

Excellent communication and influencing skills

Excellent attention to detail

Ability to manage competing priorities

Highly proficient in Microsoft Office

Education

Third level qualification

Tools

InDesign

Visio

Job description

Building a Sustainable Tomorrow

What if it brought more purpose, more growth, more balance – and more time for what really matters? BAM is where you can do your best work on projects that improve people’s lives. And it’s also where you’ll find the freedom to grow, the support to thrive, and the chance to shape your career on your terms.

Role Overview

We are looking for a Technical Engineering Submission Writer to join our team based in Kill, Kildare Head Office.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with pre-qualifications, proposals, pitches and presentations for building and civil projects
• Assessing the technical aspects of write-ups and overseeing input and edits.
• On each submission you will support the team to shape winning responses using a variety of approaches including writing workshops. Above all, you will ensure submissions are clear, concise and compelling.
• Working with online tender portals.
• Assisting with maintaining precedent banks of content through the Work Winning Hub.
• Maintaining and updating the CRM system to record all proposals ensuring compliance with governance baselines.
• Updating CRM with client pitch information.
• All administrative tasks involved in the Business Development process.

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role is advantageous, but not essential.
• A background in the construction/engineering industry.
• Third level qualification.
• Experience in bid management / tender submissions.
• Strong project management skills.
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Excellent communication and influencing skills.
• Experience dealing with multiple stakeholders.
• Excellent attention to detail and time management skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities to strict deadlines.
• Motivated, flexible and can‑do attitude.
• Knowledge of InDesign and Visio would be an advantage.

Benefits

• 8% pension contribution
• Private Health Insurance
• Dental Plan
• 26 days annual leave to start
• 2 wellbeing days annually
• Paid maternity & paternity leave
• Learning & Development opportunities – internal progression is encouraged and fostered.
• Company vehicles (role dependent)

About BAM

Building a sustainable tomorrow. That’s our mission and our promise at BAM. It’s how we engineer vital infrastructure and construct high-quality buildings as one of the largest construction companies in Europe.

We strive to create an environment where everybody feels welcome and valued. We’re on an exciting journey to employ the best talent to join us regardless of social background, race, colour, religion, national or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability or other characteristics.

BAM is committed to ensuring a fully inclusive recruitment and onboarding process, so if at any time you feel we need to do something to make it more accessible to you, do not hesitate to let us know.

Application Process

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Seniority level: Entry level

Employment type: Temporary

Job function: Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing

Industry: Construction