Bid Writer

Eastleigh

10 months ago

Applications closed

Bid Writer - Civil Engineering / Plant Hire Sector

Location: Chandlers Ford, Hampshire (Hybrid Working Available)

Contract Type: Permanent | Full-time - 37.5 hours per week

Salary: £40,000 - £50,000 + Bonus & Benefits

Are you a talented Bid Writer with a passion for creating compelling, high-impact submissions?

We're proud to be recruiting on behalf of a highly respected, industry-leading provider of specialist rental solutions across the UK. As the business continues to grow and win major infrastructure projects, they're now looking to expand their Business Development team with an experienced and driven Bid Writer.

The Opportunity

This is a critical role supporting the tendering and proposal process for high-value civil engineering and infrastructure projects. Working closely with the Tender Manager and a range of subject matter experts, you'll take ownership of crafting persuasive responses to RFIs, PQQs, and ITTs-helping the company win strategically important contracts.

Key Responsibilities

Develop win strategies and produce engaging, tailored bid responses aligned with evaluation criteria.

Analyse tender documentation and drive bid planning and kick-off activities.

Write, edit, and proofread high-quality submissions with a focus on clarity, tone, and messaging.

Collaborate cross-functionally with departments including Operations, HR, Transport, and SHEQ to extract relevant information.

Conduct market and competitor research to enhance the strength of submissions.

Review feedback and continuously improve bid quality and effectiveness.

About You

Proven experience in bid writing within civil engineering, construction, plant hire, or utilities sectors.

Degree educated or equivalent-ideally in English, Journalism, Marketing, or a related writing discipline.

Exceptional writing, editing, and communication skills, with strong attention to detail.

Able to translate complex technical input into clear, persuasive content.

Comfortable working autonomously as well as collaboratively within a wider team.

Experience using procurement platforms such as Achilles, Ariba, or Jaggaer/Bravo.

Familiarity with AI writing tools (e.g., Copilot, ChatGPT) to support bid development.

APMP qualification - desirable but not essential.

UK driving licence - preferred.

What's in It for You?

Salary up to £50,000 (depending on experience)

Company bonus scheme - annual and quarterly

Hybrid working model (home/office balance)

25 days holiday + bank holidays (increasing with length of service)

Medicash health plan & 24/7 online GP access

Pension scheme with employer contributions based on total earnings

Life insurance (3x annual salary)

Extensive employee discounts & perks platform

Referral bonus scheme

Ongoing professional development and training opportunities

If you're ready to make a real impact in a growing business and contribute to securing some of the UK's most exciting infrastructure projects, we'd like to hear from you.

To apply or find out more, contact Rob Dartnell at Barclay Meade

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