Bid Writer

Bid Writer

Salary £50000 - £60000 per annum

East Midlands

Excellent Benefits

Description:

An excellent opportunity for an experienced Bid Writer. You will play an important part in shaping our proposals and producing clear, professional client-facing documents and presentations. You will also be part of a supportive team environment where cooperation, communication, and shared knowledge help drive strong bid outcomes.

The Role

Develop clear win strategies and answer planning.
Review PQQ and tender requirements and plan the overall submission approach.
Carry out research to support high-quality, well-informed bid submissions.
Lead assigned bids, including organising kick-off meetings, planning tasks, and coordinating written responses.
Produce, edit, and review bespoke tender responses that are clear, accurate, engaging, and aligned with client needs
Work with internal teams and external consultants to develop high-quality technical and methodology content.
Prepare materials for client presentations and attend interviews as required.
Maintain and update bid information within bid software and company systems.
Support continuous improvement by monitoring feedback and implementing updates to processes and documents.

Person:

Minimum 5 years' experience preparing high-quality PQQs and tender submissions for construction or civil engineering projects
Highly motivated, proactive, and committed to producing strong, competitive bids.
Confident communicator with clear, effective written and verbal skills.
Strong organiser, able to manage workload, prioritise tasks, and meet tight deadlines.
Skilled with IT and presentation tools, creating engaging and professional bid content.
Careful and precise, with excellent attention to detail and a focus on producing accurate, high-quality submissions.
Works well both independently and as part of a team, with a positive and collaborative approach.
Proven background in delivering complex bids and producing high-quality tender, PQQ, and proposal responses.

Shillito Group is a specialist recruitment and executive search partner, working with ambitious businesses to secure high-impact talent across commercial and engineering markets. Our reputation is built on deep expertise, trusted relationships and delivering results that go beyond the brief