Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited
Your new company
An established and growing organisation within the utilities, construction and infrastructure sector is seeking a talented Bid Writer to join its Preconstruction team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in securing major projects by producing high-quality, compelling bid submissions in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
Your new role
As Bid Writer, you will lead the creation of persuasive, high-quality bid content to support business growth across a diverse project pipeline.Key responsibilities include:
- Producing engaging, compliant bid responses for PQQs, tenders, and proposals
- Developing clear win themes and structured, compelling submissions
- Conducting client, competitor, and market research to strengthen bids
- Facilitating bid workshops and brainstorming sessions with technical teams
- Collaborating with stakeholders to gather technical input and project details
- Drafting executive summaries and aligning submissions with client objectives
- Reviewing and refining content to ensure consistency, quality, and accuracy
- Managing deadlines and ensuring all submissions meet requirements
- Supporting interview preparation and incorporating post-tender feedback
- Maintaining a library of case studies, CVs, and standard responses
What you'll need to succeed
To thrive in this Bid Writer role, you will bring:
- Proven experience writing successful bids within construction, utilities, or infrastructure sectors
- Strong ability to create persuasive, structured, and high-quality written content
- Experience developing proposals and working within bid or preconstruction teams
- Excellent research, analytical, and communication skills
- Ability to engage and influence stakeholders across multiple disciplines
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines
- Degree-level education or equivalent experience
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and relevant creative tools
- A proactive, detail-focused mindset with a passion for winning work
What you'll get in return
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Opportunity to work on high-profile bids within a leading sector
- A collaborative and supportive team environment
- Exposure to strategic business development activity
- Flexible working arrangements with a mix of office and remote working
- Career development within a dynamic and growing organisation
Apply now
If you are an experienced Bid Writer looking to progress your career within the utilities, construction, or infrastructure sector, this is an excellent opportunity to make a real impact. Apply today to be considered and help shape winning bids on major projects.
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