Bid Writer

Description

As our Bid Writer, you will manage the full tender lifecycle, ensuring submissions meet the company’s quality standards and deadlines. You will collaborate closely with senior leaders and cross-functional teams to drive bid success and embed social value within proposals. You will play a vital role in helping win contracts which helps reducing risks to our customers. This role sits at the heart of commercial growth in a rapidly expanding company.

• Present strategic bid recommendations to leadership
• Work on cutting-edge fire safety and sustainability projects that are genuinely making buildings safer and more environmentally friendly
• Continuously improve bid success rates through post-award analysis
• Convert technical knowledge from operational teams into accessible language
• Maintain and update the Bid Library with tailored content for specific client requirements
• Develop winning strategies and best practices repository
• Identify the best tender opportunities for business growth
• Handle Invitation to Tender (ITT) and Request for Proposal (RFP) responses through creation and coordination
• Build expertise in high-demand sectors (fire safety and net zero) that are crucial for the future
• Complete supplier questionnaires and pre-qualification documents (PQQ)
• Build relationships with subject matter experts, functional leads, and operational teams
• Support knowledge sharing and best practice implementation across the business
• Work closely with the bid manager to build and coordinate winning teams across departments
• Secure new business and retain existing maintenance contracts through tenders and renewals
• Shape the future of our bid processes and department operations as we continue to expand across multiple companies

Requirements

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• Confidence with Microsoft Office suite
• Must be willing to visit the Plymouth office occasionally
• Outstanding written and verbal communication
• Meticulous attention to detail
• Proven bid writing experience
• Background in Fire Safety or Construction is preferred but not essential
• Experience regular variety through exciting site visits, client presentations, and industry networking opportunities
• Strong time management and prioritisation skills

Benefits

• Benefit from clear career development pathways within our growing company group, with opportunities to advance and specialise
• Flexible Benefits: Holiday purchase scheme allowing additional time off
• Healthcare: Comprehensive health insurance coverage
• Enjoy direct access to senior leadership - your voice will be heard and your recommendations acted upon
• Employee Referral Program: Financial incentives for successful candidate referrals
• Company Rewards: Access to employee discount schemes and recognition programs

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance