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Public Sector Bid Writer/ Administrator Location: Corsham (hybrid/ office 1 day per week) Hours: Full time (37.5 hrs) or part time (25 hrs per week) Contract: Permanent Security Clearance: Advantageous About CND Computer Network Defence Ltd (CND) is a trusted and growing cyber security business, helping public and private sector clients tackle complex security challenges with confidence. As a certified B Corp, we are committed not only to high standards of professional excellence, but also to doing business in the right way for our people, our community, and the wider world. We combine deep technical expertise with a supportive, collaborative culture, giving our people the chance to do meaningful work, develop their careers, and make a visible impact. About the role We are looking for a proactive and highly organised Bid Writer/Administrator to support the Bid Manager in delivering winning bids, tenders, and framework submissions across the business. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys writing persuasive content, coordinating multiple contributors, and helping turn opportunities into success. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and want a role where your work will directly support business growth, this could be the perfect next step. Knowledge of IT or cyber security would be helpful, but it is not essential. What you ll do Help deliver high-quality bids, tenders, and framework submissions that win new business and strengthen long-term client relationships Work closely with subject matter experts, the Bid Manager, and senior colleagues to create clear, compelling, and compliant responses tailored to each opportunity Build and improve bid content, templates, and supporting materials to keep submissions sharp, efficient, and competitive Keep opportunities moving smoothly by managing deadlines, coordinating input, and maintaining consistently high submission standards What we re looking for You will bring strong organisational skills, excellent attention to detail, and the confidence to work across teams and priorities. Experience in bid support, tender coordination, or public sector frameworks would be highly advantageous. Above all, we are looking for someone proactive, dependable, and motivated by producing high-quality work that makes a real difference. Why join CND At CND, you will be part of a business where your work is visible, valued, and trusted. We are proud to be a certified B Corp, reflecting our commitment to building a company that balances commercial success with a positive impact on people and society. We work hard, support one another, and recognise initiative, teamwork, and high standards. With the flexibility of home and Corsham-based working, and the chance to build your bid and commercial expertise in a growing cyber security business, this is a role where you can genuinely thrive. If you are looking for a varied, rewarding role where your writing, organisation, and coordination skills can have a direct impact, we would love to hear from you.

Senior Bid Writer Public Sector - Edinburgh (Hybrid) - Full-Time | Permanent - Salary: Up to £70,000 per annum (dependent on experience) Role Overview We are hiring an experienced Bid Writer to be based in Edinburgh , supporting the continued growth of our UK Public Sector portfolio. This is a hands-on, high-impact role responsible for producing compelling, high-quality bid responses while also shaping and improving bid processes and content standards across the business. You will play a key role in influencing win strategies, working closely with senior stakeholders, and ensuring submissions are customer-focused, compliant, and positioned to succeed. Industry Background Candidates must come from an IT services or consulting environment , with a strong understanding of complex, multi-disciplinary bid environments. Key Responsibilities Manage end-to-end bid processes , from qualification through to submission Lead the development of high-quality bid responses across ITTs, SQs, PQQs, RFIs, RFPs, and framework submissions Analyse tender documentation, evaluation criteria, and scoring models to define response strategy and win themes Transform inputs from technical, commercial, financial, and delivery teams into clear, persuasive, and structured responses Coordinate closely with technical and commercial stakeholders to ensure alignment and quality Own the end-to-end bid quality process, including reviews and final submission readiness Build and maintain a central repository of reusable bid content, case studies, and standard responses Capture feedback, lessons learned, and performance metrics to drive continuous improvement Track bid performance (win/loss rates, scoring trends) to enhance future submissions Drive accountability across contributors, ensuring deadlines and quality standards are met Public Sector Experience Proven experience working on Public Sector bids is essential , with a strong understanding of procurement processes and evaluation methodologies. What We're Looking For Essential: Proven experience in bid writing within the UK Public Sector Strong understanding of public procurement processes and evaluation methodologies Experience writing across business, technical, commercial, and financial bid sections Exceptional written communication skills with the ability to simplify complex information Experience working with senior stakeholders and cross-functional teams Ability to manage multiple bids under tight deadlines Desirable: Experience working on Public Sector frameworks Background in technology or digital transformation services Experience building or managing bid libraries/knowledge repositories Key Attributes Confident and credible when engaging senior stakeholders Highly organised, detail-oriented, and deadline-driven Strong ownership mindset with a focus on quality and outcomes Analytical thinker with a continuous improvement approach Collaborative, yet assertive in driving standards and accountability

If you're an experienced Estimator looking for more than another housing or commercial contractor, this could be the change you've been waiting for. Join a Northamptonshire business renowned for delivering exceptional stone, restoration and conservation projects across the UK. BASIC SALARY: up to £70,000 per annum BENEFITS: Company Car 21 Days Annual Leave plus Bank Holidays Quarterly / Annual Bonus LOCATION: Kettering, Northamptonshire COMMUTABLE LOCATIONS: Northampton, Wellingborough, Market Harborough, Bedford, Towcester, Rushden, Milton Keynes, Leicester JOB DESCRIPTION: Construction Estimator, Project Estimator, Cost Estimator, Bid Writer, Quantity Surveyor - Construction, Housing As our Construction Estimator, you will be responsible for interpreting architectural plans and producing accurate, actionable estimates. This is a pivotal role, supporting the company in securing new contracts and ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget. Working collaboratively with colleagues, surveyors, sub-contractors, project managers, and suppliers, you ll ensure that commercial objectives align with practical delivery. You will engage with architectural drawings, survey data, contractor input, and project specifications across residential and commercial developments within the construction sector. Reporting to the Managing Director, you will be: Responsible for preparing accurate cost estimates, tenders and budgets for a wide range of projects. Managing the estimates for projects varying from £100,000 to £1 million plus (average c£250,000) Required to advise on elements of the design ensuring they are financially viable. Confident in producing BOM, obtaining quotes and negotiating prices for materials and services. Visiting prospective and client sites to assess project scope and gather information. PERSON SPECIFICATION: Construction Estimator, Project Estimator, Cost Estimator, Bid Writer, Quantity Surveyor - Construction, Housing As an experienced Construction Estimator within the building sector, you will be confident in calculating project costs before work begins and in identifying opportunities to secure new business. You will have a strong understanding of construction methods and materials. This varied role requires the skill and drive to support the Managing Director in expanding the company s portfolio across residential and commercial projects, contributing directly to the growth of the business. You will have: Proven experience as a Construction / Project Estimator or Quantity Surveyor within the construction industry Relevant Estimator qualifications e.g. Degree or similar in Quantity Surveying or Construction Management Experience bidding for and submitting tenders to both the private and public sector (£200k -£500k minimum) Experience in managing projects, working closely with Architects, Project Managers, Surveyors , engineers and clients. Excellent Microsoft Office skills including Excel THE COMPANY: We are specialists in delivering outstanding commercial and housing development projects. With over 50 years of steady growth as a family-owned business, we ve built a reputation for combining craftsmanship, technical knowledge, and professional service across a wide range of sectors. While our roots are in stone masonry, we ve expanded to support diverse projects that are innovative, tailored, and commercially driven. From specialist heritage work to large-scale commercial developments, our team brings expertise, creativity, and reliability to every project we undertake. It is highly likely you will have worked in any of the following roles and/or markets, and worked with the following products and/or services: Construction Estimator, Project Estimator, Estimator, Cost Engineer, Quantity Surveyor, Cost Estimator, Tendering Specialist, Proposals Estimator, Contracts Estimator, Construction Planner - Commercial Developments, House Builders, New Housing Developments, Construction, Restoration, Stone Masonry INTERESTED? Please click apply. You will receive an acknowledgement of your application. Wallace Hind Selection, alongside our client embrace diversity, champion equality, and foster inclusion to create a work environment where everyone belongs and thrives. Please Note: Wallace Hind Selection have been chosen as the recruitment partner of our client. REF: MH18240, Wallace Hind Selection

Are you an experienced Bid Writer looking for your next contract opportunity? We're recruiting for a Senior Bid Writer to join a leading construction business on a contract basis, supporting the delivery of high-quality bids across major frameworks and construction projects throughout the UK. Working remotely with occasional travel when required, you'll play a key role in producing compelling, compliant tender submissions that help secure new business. If you enjoy working in a fast-paced bid environment and have a proven track record of writing successful bids, this is an excellent opportunity to make an immediate impact. The Role As Senior Bid Writer, you will: Lead the production of high-quality, persuasive, and compliant tender submissions from initial strategy through to final submission. Write engaging, client-focused responses that clearly demonstrate value, capability, and competitive advantage. Work closely with technical specialists and bid teams to gather information, develop win themes, and strengthen proposals. Manage multiple live bids simultaneously while maintaining exceptional quality and meeting challenging deadlines. Continuously improve bid content, templates, and knowledge libraries to support future work-winning activities. You To be successful in this Senior Bid Writer role, you'll bring: Proven experience as a Bid Writer, Senior Bid Writer, Proposal Writer, or Tender Writer within construction, engineering, infrastructure, or the built environment. Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills with the ability to translate technical information into clear, compelling responses. Strong understanding of public and private sector tendering, frameworks, and procurement processes. Excellent stakeholder management and project coordination skills. APMP accreditation or bid-writing qualifications would be advantageous but are not essential. What's in it for you? Join a well-established construction business delivering major infrastructure and building projects across the UK. £300 - £400 per day. Fully remote working with flexibility and occasional UK travel. Opportunity to work on high-profile framework and construction bids. Collaborative work-winning team with experienced bid professionals. Immediate start with the opportunity to make a significant impact. Apply Now! If you're an experienced Senior Bid Writer, Bid Writer, Proposal Writer, Tender Writer, or Bid Manager looking for your next contract, we'd love to hear from you. To apply for this Senior Bid Writer position, click 'Apply Now' and send your CV to Lili Orton. Interviews are taking place now, so apply today to secure your next contract opportunity.

FERROVIAL CONSTRUCTION (UK) LIMITED is seeking an experienced and highly skilled Senior Bid Writer to join our dynamic team. This role is crucial in crafting compelling and winning proposals for complex infrastructure projects. Job Responsibilities: Provide Lead Author/Bid Writing services on forthcoming PQQs and Tenders (subject to timely client release of documents). Ensure responses are produced to a high standard and quality, taking into account the full question is being answered and the scoring criteria followed and applied. Ensure effective engagement with subject matter experts (SME) in relation to gathering response information/evidence and ensuring adherence to deadlines (internal and client). Ensure the full suite of client documents associated with the PQQ/Tender have been read and understood. Ensure content provided by SMEs is appropriately challenged and escalated to the appropriate person within the bid team if the SME is under delivering. Ensure the responses produced are optimised to score the highest marks possible. Working closely with bid directors, BD directors, bid managers, technical leads and field specialists to develop key messages, themes, approaches and innovative / value-added concepts Working with external specialists/writers and working directly with clients, if required Support other Business Development related tasks such as BD related marketing collateral and/or master case study/evidence gathering activity Analyze requirements and ensure that all proposals meet requirements Coordinate and lead all technical aspects of the bid process including development, outlines, preparing drafts, scheduling reviews, and tracking completion of team assignments Assist with maintaining a database with standard proposal responses Contribute intelligence related to clients and competitors to support project pursuits Assist in ensuring all bidding qualifications are in place and maintained Effectively catalog department information, templates, databases, generic information, etc. Job Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Journalism, English, or a related field. Proven experience as a Bid Writer, Senior Bid Writer, Demonstrable track record of successfully securing major contracts through high-quality bid submissions. Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with a keen eye for detail and a strong command of grammar, punctuation, and style. Strong project management and organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple bids simultaneously under tight deadlines. Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse teams and stakeholders. A strategic thinker with a proactive and results-oriented approach. Understanding of public procurement processes and frameworks (e.g., PQQ, ITT, RFQ) within the UK construction market. Work Location: London / Chiswick Please note that this job description does not represent a comprehensive list of activities and employees may be requested to undertake other reasonable duties. Seize the challenge. Move the world together! Innovative, creative, respectful, and diverse are some of the ways we describe ourselves. We are motivated by challenges, and we collaborate across our business units to move the world together. Your journey to a fulfilling career starts here! Ferrovial is an equal opportunity employer. We treat all jobs applications equally, regardless of gender, color, race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, covered veteran status or protected genetic information (each, a Protected Class ), or any other protected class in accordance with applicable laws.

Senior Bid Writer Due to continued expansion, an abundant pipeline of works, and the recent award of a number of significant framework contracts, our client is now looking to appoint a talented and motivated Senior Bid Writer to join their successful and growing work-winning team. Must be within commutable distance to the office base in Lanchashire, role is hybrid, split office/home click apply for full job details

Role: Senior Bid Writer Location: Home based Salary: up to £50k plus benefits (listed below) Our clients mission is simple yet powerful: to elevate the quality of life in the communities we serve by innovating and improving the spaces where people reside, work, and gather click apply for full job details

Role: Senior Bid Writer Location: Home based Salary: up to 55k plus benefits (listed below) Our clients mission is simple yet powerful: to elevate the quality of life in the communities we serve by innovating and improving the spaces where people reside, work, and gather. They are currently seeking a Senior Bid Writer who shares our commitment to quality, service, and environmental improvement. Senior Bid Writer Overview: Working on every element of the bid writing process, we require someone with the ability to produce bespoke, high quality PQQ and tender submissions that meet customer's needs and aspirations and who can demonstrate strong project management abilities. The successful candidate will have experience producing timely bid submissions that sell the business, specialising in the Local Authority Social Housing market. Senior Bid Writer Duties & responsibilities: Responsible for submissions, PQQs and tenders Ability to develop benefits-based proposals that articulate true customer value Project management of the bid process, agreeing strategy with sector teams, ensuring adequate resources to complete submission Managing resources throughout the process, ensuring all content is in place, and for the quality of final output subject to approval and including client engagement Creation of high quality PQQ and bid documents, writing and editing content and document production Contribution to development and implementation of the Bid Improvement Plan Senior Bid Writer Skills and experience: Exemplary creative writing skill/style and knowledge of application within a bid environment Knowledge of energy/construction/maintenance/building/environment and/or sectors Working knowledge of electronic tender platforms Exemplary creative writing skills Computer literacy including Microsoft Office programs essential. Adobe Creative Suite experience strongly desirable What they Offer: Fully negotiable salary in the region of 45,000 to 55,000 per annum 37.5 hours hours per week (Monday to Friday) Company pension scheme and life assurance 32 days annual leave (Inc. statutory bank holidays, Christmas/New Year Closure!) Employee assistance programme with 24 hours telephone and online access Generous recommend a friend scheme. Company Legends scheme, with a reward for the ultimate legend! Employee engagement events to bring together colleagues and families. Access to flexible benefits scheme (including bike to work scheme, healthcare cash plan). Applications If you feel that you have the relevant experience to be successful in this position and would like to find out more please apply online today attaching a copy of your current CV. Alternatively contact us on (phone number removed). Howells are an Equal Opportunities employer. All applications will be dealt with in the strictest confidence. Howells acts as an Employment Business for the supply of temporary workers and an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies.

Salary: Competitive About the Role: Contract Scotland is recruiting on behalf of regional construction business for a Bid Writer / Bid Manager to join their busy pre-construction team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a background in bid writing, technical submissions, or construction management to take responsibility for producing high-quality tender submissions that make a real impact. The role is office-based and full-time, supporting a team where quality submissions are increasingly key recent tenders have been evaluated 70% on quality. Key Responsibilities: Take input from contracts managers and pre-construction teams to craft high-quality tender submissions. Produce clear, concise, and visually engaging documentation using tools such as InDesign . Work within strict guidelines for word counts, page limits, formatting, and branding. Use the company s extensive library of content to develop compelling bids. Ensure submissions meet technical and commercial requirements, including frameworks and NHS-specific projects. Collaborate with multiple internal teams to gather technical content and ensure accuracy. Candidate Requirements: Experience in bid writing, bid management, or pre-construction roles within construction, civil engineering, or related sectors. Strong written communication skills and attention to detail. Ability to interpret technical information and present it clearly to a non-technical audience. Familiarity with construction terminology, tender processes, and frameworks. Experience using InDesign or willingness to learn preferred. Ideally, HNC or degree-level qualification in Construction Management or similar. Desirable Attributes: Experience transitioning from site or contracts management into bid writing. Previous success in winning bids or preparing submissions in a structured, competitive environment. Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with multiple departments to gather information. Benefits: Competitive salary package. Opportunities for professional development and technical skills growth. Supportive environment with exposure to high-quality tender submissions. About the company: The construction business is a leading contractor specialising in construction and fit out projects. With a strong focus on quality submissions and technical excellence, they operate in a competitive market where attention to detail and strong pre-construction planning are key to winning work. How to Apply: Please send your CV Legal Information: We act as an employment agency for permanent work and as an employment business for temporary work. For roles in the UK, applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. We value diversity and promote equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all areas of society and can discuss any reasonable adjustments to support your application.