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Bid Writer
Job Posted: 15 hours ago
Salary: £ 35,000 - 40,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Portsmouth, Hampshire
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Bid Writer – Construction & Built Environment Sector
💼 Permanent Role - £35,000 - £40,000 DOE + Benefits
📍 Portsmouth - Hybrid Working Available
Are you an experienced Bid Writer with a flair for producing compelling content that wins contracts? Do you have a background in the construction or built environment industry and enjoy translating technical knowledge into persuasive, client-focused narratives?
We’re looking for a Bid Writer to join our growing team at a well-established multi-disciplinary consultancy. You’ll play a key role in supporting our business development efforts by preparing high-quality submissions across a range of sectors, including public sector and defence.
✍️ What You’ll Be Doing:
🔹 Write and edit clear, engaging responses for PQQs, ITTs, framework submissions, and supporting bid documentation.
🔹 Collaborate with technical experts and directors to transform project insights into winning content.
🔹 Customise and refine bid library content to align with specific client requirements.
🔹 Support identification of tender opportunities through online portals.
🔹 Ensure submissions are completed on time, are fully compliant, and follow public sector procurement standards.
🔹 Contribute to continuous improvement in bid strategy, quality, and win rate.
🔹 Keep up to date with industry trends and best practices in public and private procurement.
✅ What We’re Looking For:
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Minimum 2 years’ experience in a bid writing or proposals role within construction, engineering, or related sectors.
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Strong grasp of public sector procurement, especially Government and Defence tendering processes.
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Outstanding written communication, grammar, and copy-editing skills.
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Ability to manage multiple bids simultaneously to tight deadlines.
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AI-literate, with an ethical and practical approach to enhancing writing workflows.
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Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and familiar with procurement portals.
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Security clearance (or ability to obtain it) required due to sensitive project work.
🌟 Desired:
⭐ APMP Foundation or similar bid/proposal certification
⭐ Experience supporting multi-disciplinary bids (frameworks or long-term contracts)
⭐ Familiarity with term commissions and central/local government procurement language
🎁 What’s On Offer?
💰 Salary: £35,000 - £40,000 depending on experience
🌍 Hybrid working (Portsmouth-based office)
📈 Clear career progression in a growing organisation
🎯 Opportunity to shape future bid strategy and content
🏆 Work on prestigious, secure infrastructure and Government projects
📚 Ongoing training & professional development
If you're a detail-focused Bid Writer with the drive to craft high-impact submissions, we want to hear from you. Join a company where your voice helps win the projects that shape the built environment.
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