Bid Writer/ Copywriter in Cambridgeshire

As the Bid Writer, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring effective coordination and timely completion of tenders. Engaging at different stages of the tender process, you will be instrumental in developing the value proposition, articulating win themes, and crafting solution narratives. Your involvement will span through the Proposal Phase, culminating after submitting Clarification Questions. This role entails overseeing, coaching, and mentoring junior members of the Bid Writing team, providing guidance and signing off on their submissions. Your keen attention to detail, ability to work under pressure within the preconstruction team, and adherence to demanding deadlines will be key to your success.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaboratively re-write and edit proposal responses from various stakeholders, including sales, marketing, product teams, finance, commercial, legal, and delivery.
• Articulate win themes to exceed client expectations and requirements.
• Deliver well-crafted proposal responses to the Bid Lead/Manager within agreed-upon deadlines, with the ability to escalate issues when necessary.
• Lead storyboard sessions with bid/proposal team members, fostering cohesive collaboration.
• Conduct market research for kick-off and solution meetings, proactively tapping into subject matter experts.
• Assist the Bid/Proposal Manager in structuring proposals and refine existing pre-written content as needed.
• Coach and guide Bid teams in writing best practices for effective solutions.
• Contribute to the knowledge base by presenting and tagging new proposal content for potential re-use, updating company databases for widespread access.
• Demonstrate proficiency in proposal automation software.
• Communicate and exert influence at a senior level.
• Exhibit excellent time management and prioritization skills, paired with meticulous proofreading abilities.
• Collaborate with the Business Development Team to research OJEU Notices (Ted and My Tenders), sales leads, websites, and planning applications, identifying new opportunities.
• Design tailored presentations and company brochures to meet specific client requirements.
• Foster communication with other offices, sharing information and promoting the Group’s capabilities through brochures for engaging prospective clients.
• Contribute to the preparation/writing of PQQs and tender bids as an integral part of the broader preconstruction team.

Requirements:

To be considered for this Bid Writer role, you are likely to possess:

• A commitment to delivering high-quality work and taking pride in your contributions.
• Previous experience as a Bid Writer, Bid Manager, Proposals Manager, Proposals Engineer, Submissions Manager, Tender Writer, Bid Author, or Bid Coordinator.
• Ideally, previous employment with a Main Contractor; candidates from Subcontractors and Consultancies will also be considered.
• Preferably, experience in the building sector projects.
• Ideally, a degree qualification with a strong focus on creating high-quality written work.
• Industry-specific knowledge of Bid Writing within the Construction market.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and copy-writing skills.
• Proficiency in English language, including vocabulary, grammar, and communication skills.
• Adaptability to accommodate changing project requirements and deadlines.
• Familiarity with Microsoft and other desktop publishing software packages.
• A naturally inquisitive nature to challenge ideas and provide innovative solutions.

Location:

You will be based in the Cambridge office.