Bid Manager / Bid Writer
Job Description
Role: Bid Manager / Bid Writer
\nLocation: Stafford
\nDuration: Permanent
\nSalary: £45,000 - £60,000 (Depending on experience)
\nIndustry sector: Building Services
\nAs my client continues to expand their portfolio, we are seeking a motivated and detail-driven Bid Manager/Writer to lead the creation of winning tender submissions and support our strategic growth.
\nRole Purpose
\nThe Bid Manager/Writer will be responsible for managing the full bid lifecycle from opportunity identification to submission. This role combines strong project management skills with excellent written communication to produce compelling, accurate, and compliant bid submissions for public sector and private sector contracts.
\nKey Responsibilities:
\nBid Management:
\nLead the end-to-end bid process, ensuring tenders are completed on time and to a high standard.
\nAnalyse tender specifications, requirements, and scoring criteria to shape win themes.
\nDevelop bid plans, timelines, and responsibilities for internal stakeholders.
\nCoordinate inputs from technical, operational, finance, and compliance teams.
\nManage clarifications, updates, and final submission logistics.
\nBid Writing
\nWrite, edit, and format high-quality responses tailored to individual tender requirements.
\nCreate compelling narratives that highlight the company's strengths, experience, and value proposition.
\nEnsure responses are compliant, concise, and aligned with evaluation criteria.
\nMaintain consistency of tone, detail, and branding across all submissions.
\nContent & Document Management
\nDevelop and maintain a library of standard responses, case studies, CVs, policies, and supporting documents.
\nEnsure all content remains up-to-date with the latest accreditations, service offerings, and evidence.
\nWork with marketing and operational teams to gather relevant data, evidence of performance, and customer testimonials
\nResearch & Strategy
\nConduct sector and client research to strengthen the competitiveness of bids.
\nIdentify new opportunities through portals, frameworks, and strategic partnerships.
\nProvide post-submission feedback and lessons-learned reviews to improve future bids.
\nCompliance & Quality Assurance
\nEnsure all submissions comply with legislative and industry requirements relating to gas safety, health & safety, and quality management.
\nQuality-check all content to ensure accuracy, clarity, and professionalism.
\nSkills & Experience Required:
\nEssential
\nMinimum 2 years experience in bid writing
\nProven experience in bid writing or bid management, ideally within gas services, FM, construction, or engineering sectors.
\nExcellent written skills with the ability to translate technical information into persuasive content.
\nStrong project management and organisational skills.
\nAbility to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines.
\nHigh attention to detail and strong analytical abilities.
\nProficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
\nDesirable
\nExperience with public sector tender portals (e.g., Proactis, In-tend, Delta, Contracts Finder).
\nKnowledge of domestic and commercial gas services, heating installations, repairs, and compliance.
\nAPMP or similar bid management qualifications.
\nUnderstanding of ISO standards, H&S, and industry accreditations.
\nPersonal Attributes:
\nSelf-motivated and proactive.
\nConfident communicator with excellent stakeholder-engagement skills.
\nCreative thinker with a solution-focused approach.
\nCommitment to continuous improvement and maintaining high standards.
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