Bid Writer
Reference No.: 1658261
Postcode: DE74 2FH
Construction
Estimator
£50000 - £65000 per Year Bonus, Hybrid Working, Medical, Progression
Permanent / Full Time
Bid Writer - Civils (East Midlands/NI hybrid). Lead PQQ tender bids, craft winning proposals and drive bid win strategy.
Job Title: Bid Writer
Location: East Midlands or Northern Ireland (Hybrid Working)
Industry: Construction / Civil Engineering
Salary Package: Competitive (DOE) + Bonus + Benefits
Overview:
Leggwork is working with a well-established and growing construction and civil engineering contractor delivering high-quality projects across residential, commercial, education and infrastructure sectors.
Due to continued growth, they are looking to appoint an experienced Bid Manager / Senior Bid Writer to support work-winning activity across the business. This is a key role focused on leading bids from PQQ through to final submission, shaping high-quality proposals and driving successful outcomes in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead end-to-end bid submissions from PQQ through to final tender
- Develop clear win strategies and structured response plans
- Produce, review and refine high-quality, client-focused written content
- Coordinate internal teams and external consultants to gather technical input
- Manage bid programmes, deadlines, and submission timelines
- Prepare presentation materials and support client interviews where required
- Maintain bid libraries, systems and documentation
- Review feedback and continuously improve bid processes and outputs
- Visit project sites to develop case studies and strengthen submissions
Requirements:
- Proven experience delivering successful bids within construction or civil engineering
- Strong background in PQQs, tenders and proposal writing
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple deadlines
- Strong IT skills including Microsoft Office and presentation tools
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team
- High attention to detail with a focus on quality and accuracy
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in a similar role
Desirable:
- Degree or relevant qualification in construction, engineering or similar
- Experience working on complex, multi-disciplinary projects
What’s On Offer:
- Competitive salary with performance-based bonus
- Hybrid working options
- Private medical insurance, life assurance & EAP
- Enhanced holiday allowance and service awards
- Career progression, training and professional development support
- Social and team-building events
- Supportive and collaborative working environment
To apply or find out more, contact Luke Norton
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