Bid Writer

Bid Writer

Cheshire

£40,000 - £45,000 per annum

Your new company

A highly reputable construction and engineering contractor based in Cheshire, delivering complex healthcare and public-sector building projects across the UK. With a strong focus on innovation and sustainability, this organisation has built a solid reputation for delivering modern, high-quality facilities using advanced construction methods. Their projects range from modular healthcare buildings and diagnostic centres to large-scale clinical and technical facilities valued up to £20 million.

Your new role

Our client is seeking an experienced Bid Writer to join their established pre-construction and business development team. This role will involve managing and producing winning tender submissions for major public-sector and healthcare projects. You will play a key role in shaping proposals, developing persuasive bid narratives, and coordinating contributions from technical and commercial teams to secure new business opportunities.

Responsibilities will include:

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Managing the full bid process from initial opportunity to submission and post-tender review.
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Writing, editing, and formatting compelling bid and proposal documents for NHS and public-sector contracts.
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Interpreting tender specifications, identifying win themes, and developing persuasive written content.
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Collaborating with design, project, and commercial teams to gather technical input, case studies, and supporting material.
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Maintaining and updating a central library of bid content, templates, and project case studies.
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Ensuring all bids are compliant, high quality, and aligned with client requirements and company objectives.
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Managing bid schedules, progress meetings, and submission deadlines to ensure timely delivery.
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Supporting presentations and interviews as part of the tender clarification or award process.
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Contributing to continuous improvement in bid strategy, style, and success rates.

What you will need to succeed:

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Proven experience as a Bid Writer / Proposal Writer / Tender Writer within construction, engineering, or a related technical sector.
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Strong understanding of public-sector procurement, ideally with experience on healthcare projects up to £20 million.
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Excellent written communication skills with the ability to translate technical information into persuasive, client-focused language.
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Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple bids simultaneously under tight deadlines.
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A collaborative and proactive approach to working with cross-functional teams.
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Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint; experience with document management or bid software is advantageous.
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APMP accreditation or a willingness to work toward it would be beneficial.

What you get in return:

You'll join a forward-thinking and growing business that values innovation, collaboration, and career development. The successful candidate will enjoy:

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A competitive salary of £40,000 - £45,000 depending on experience.
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Hybrid working arrangements with flexibility around home and office working.
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25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
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Company pension scheme and private health benefits.
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Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
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The chance to work on meaningful, high-impact projects that improve healthcare infrastructure across the UK.

This is an excellent opportunity for a talented Bid Writer seeking long-term progression and the chance to play a pivotal role in securing major projects for a respected construction specialist.



Apply: If you're interested in this opportunity, then please get in touch today with our Commercial Specialist, Mark Harris.

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