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Senior Bid Writer

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Posted on Jun 30, 2026 by CV-Library
Lydiard Tregoze, Wiltshire, United Kingdom
Engineering
Immediate Start
£50k - £55k Annual
Full-Time
Job Title: Senior Bid Writer

Department: Civil Engineering

Location: Swindon

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

📌 Role Purpose

We are looking for a Senior Bid Writer to join our team.

[1.1]. In this pivotal role, you will take ownership of the development and production of high-quality written and visual responses for major pre-qualifications (PQQs) and bids [1.1, 3.1]. You will ensure our submissions fully answer client requirements while clearly communicating technical infrastructure solutions [1.1].

🏗️ Key Accountabilities

Mastermind Tender Content: Draft original, high-scoring responses for complex PQQs and Tenders, including bespoke methodologies, case studies, and corporate capabilities [3.1].

Lead Storyboarding: Facilitate and own strategic storyboarding sessions with technical Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to map out winning answers from concept to completion [3.6].

Integrate Visual Solutions: Conceptualise and prepare impactful graphics, flow charts, diagrams, and organisation charts to support a world-class submission layout [1.1, 3.7].

Drive Quality & Compliance: Manage the red review process, assessing contributors' first drafts, providing constructive feedback, and editing/proofreading documentation to a uniformly high standard [3.5, 3.8].

Support Bid Leadership: Work alongside the Head of Bid Management, Business Development Managers, and Bid Managers to coordinate resources and manage submission data [3.2, 3.3].

Knowledge & Systems Management: Lead internal Knowledge Management, re-work existing pre-written corporate content, and manage the Document Management System [3.11, 3.12, 3.13].

Deliver Under Pressure: Manage multiple workstreams simultaneously, contributing to the final publication and timely submission of bids in a high-pressure environment [3.10, 3.14].

🌟 Our Guiding Principles

We seek a senior leader who naturally embodies our core corporate values:

Integrity: Take pride in your team's output and build a fair culture through open, honest feedback.

Accountability: Drive joint delivery outcomes, accept personal accountability, and challenge sub-standard performance.

Innovation: Influence solutions to address inefficiencies and promote a culture of continuous improvement.

Deliver: Bring a "can-do" attitude, go the extra mile for customers, and build strong relationships across diverse backgrounds.

Sustainability: Prioritize safety, communicate effectively, and embrace change to ensure business resilience.

🔎 What We Are Looking For

Proven Track Record: Extensive experience writing high-value bids specifically within civil engineering, major infrastructure, or heavy construction.

Technical & Contractual Literacy: Strong understanding of civil methodologies and common industry contracts (e.g., NEC, FIDIC, GCC).

Exceptional Communication: Master-level technical writing, proofreading, and editorial skills with immaculate attention to detail [3.5].

Visual Presentation Aptitude: Ability to translate complex site data into sharp, professional graphics and diagrams [1.1, 3.7].

Deadline Driven: Resilient professional with a proven capability to manage tight deadlines within high-pressure environments [3.14

Reference: 225311128

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Senior Bid Writer

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Posted on Jun 30, 2026 by CV-Library

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Lydiard Tregoze, Wiltshire, United Kingdom
Engineering
Immediate Start
£50k - £55k Annual
Full-Time
Job Title: Senior Bid Writer

Department: Civil Engineering

Location: Swindon

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

📌 Role Purpose

We are looking for a Senior Bid Writer to join our team.

[1.1]. In this pivotal role, you will take ownership of the development and production of high-quality written and visual responses for major pre-qualifications (PQQs) and bids [1.1, 3.1]. You will ensure our submissions fully answer client requirements while clearly communicating technical infrastructure solutions [1.1].

🏗️ Key Accountabilities

Mastermind Tender Content: Draft original, high-scoring responses for complex PQQs and Tenders, including bespoke methodologies, case studies, and corporate capabilities [3.1].

Lead Storyboarding: Facilitate and own strategic storyboarding sessions with technical Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to map out winning answers from concept to completion [3.6].

Integrate Visual Solutions: Conceptualise and prepare impactful graphics, flow charts, diagrams, and organisation charts to support a world-class submission layout [1.1, 3.7].

Drive Quality & Compliance: Manage the red review process, assessing contributors' first drafts, providing constructive feedback, and editing/proofreading documentation to a uniformly high standard [3.5, 3.8].

Support Bid Leadership: Work alongside the Head of Bid Management, Business Development Managers, and Bid Managers to coordinate resources and manage submission data [3.2, 3.3].

Knowledge & Systems Management: Lead internal Knowledge Management, re-work existing pre-written corporate content, and manage the Document Management System [3.11, 3.12, 3.13].

Deliver Under Pressure: Manage multiple workstreams simultaneously, contributing to the final publication and timely submission of bids in a high-pressure environment [3.10, 3.14].

🌟 Our Guiding Principles

We seek a senior leader who naturally embodies our core corporate values:

Integrity: Take pride in your team's output and build a fair culture through open, honest feedback.

Accountability: Drive joint delivery outcomes, accept personal accountability, and challenge sub-standard performance.

Innovation: Influence solutions to address inefficiencies and promote a culture of continuous improvement.

Deliver: Bring a "can-do" attitude, go the extra mile for customers, and build strong relationships across diverse backgrounds.

Sustainability: Prioritize safety, communicate effectively, and embrace change to ensure business resilience.

🔎 What We Are Looking For

Proven Track Record: Extensive experience writing high-value bids specifically within civil engineering, major infrastructure, or heavy construction.

Technical & Contractual Literacy: Strong understanding of civil methodologies and common industry contracts (e.g., NEC, FIDIC, GCC).

Exceptional Communication: Master-level technical writing, proofreading, and editorial skills with immaculate attention to detail [3.5].

Visual Presentation Aptitude: Ability to translate complex site data into sharp, professional graphics and diagrams [1.1, 3.7].

Deadline Driven: Resilient professional with a proven capability to manage tight deadlines within high-pressure environments [3.14
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Reference: 225311128

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