Hyreus are currently recruiting for an experienced Bid Writer to join an established and highly regarded construction and infrastructure business in Swindon.
This is an excellent opportunity for a strong writer with experience within the construction, civil engineering or built environment sectors to join a professional Work Winning team. The successful candidate will play a key role in developing and producing high-quality written responses for PQQs, tenders and other work-winning submissions, ensuring content is clear, compelling, compliant and tailored to the requirements of demanding clients.
The role will involve working closely with Bid Managers, Business Development teams, subject matter experts and wider project teams to develop strong technical and commercial narratives. You will also contribute to the visual presentation of submissions, including graphics, diagrams, organisation charts, case studies and supporting project information.
Responsibilities
Produce high-quality written responses for PQQs, tenders and other work-winning submissions.
Develop compelling and client-focused responses that clearly demonstrate project experience, capability and proposed solutions.
Work closely with Bid Managers, Business Development teams and subject matter experts to develop and refine bid content.
Review tender and PQQ requirements to ensure responses fully address the questions and evaluation criteria.
Facilitate and contribute to storyboarding, bid kick-off and progress meetings.
Research, develop and adapt existing content to create relevant and bespoke responses.
Coordinate and edit content provided by internal stakeholders and technical specialists.
Proofread and format submission documents to ensure a consistently high standard.
Support the production of case studies, CVs, project references and other supporting information.
Develop supporting graphics including flow charts, diagrams and organisation charts where required.
Ensure submissions comply with internal Work Winning processes and procedures.
Maintain accurate bid documentation and records through the relevant document management systems.
Work with project teams to develop evidence and project-specific information to strengthen submissions.
Provide regular updates on progress, risks and outstanding information to Bid Managers and senior stakeholders.
Support the final production and timely submission of tender documents.
Contribute to knowledge management and the continuous improvement of bid processes.
Work effectively to demanding deadlines within a fast-paced and commercially focused environment.
The Ideal Candidate
Previous experience in a Bid Writer, Proposal Writer or similar work-winning role.
Proven experience producing high-quality PQQ, tender or proposal submissions.
Strong written English with excellent attention to detail.
Experience within construction, civil engineering, infrastructure or the wider built environment.
Good understanding of the bidding and work-winning process.
Experience producing content for demanding clients and competitive tender environments.
Strong editing, proofreading and document formatting skills.
Confident working with technical subject matter and translating complex information into clear, compelling written content.
Creative approach to developing engaging and visually effective submissions.
Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively across multidisciplinary teams.
Ability to work with third parties, technical specialists and senior stakeholders.
Advanced Microsoft Word skills and strong proficiency across Microsoft Office/Microsoft 365.
Experience with Adobe Creative Suite or similar design software would be advantageous.
Degree educated or equivalent professional experience.
Highly organised, proactive and able to manage multiple deadlines simultaneously.
Comfortable working under pressure while maintaining a high standard of written output.
Able to use initiative, challenge assumptions constructively and contribute ideas for continuous improvement.