Position: Bid Writer /Â Business Development Co-Ordinator (Entry Level)Â
Company: Our client is a family run construction company specialising in enabling works. We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented personn to join our growing team. The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting the creation and submission of high-quality bids, proposals, and tenders to secure new business opportunities. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals looking to develop their writing, project management, and business development skills.
Duties:
- Responsible for the timely planning, management and completion of the allocated sections of PQQ & tender submissions
- Planning, writing and coordinating responses to bids and tenders
- Compiling, updating and maintaining a library of company standard tender documentation and model answers
- Build internal and external relationships with individuals associated with the bid process in order to create quality bids
- Develop a creative approach to the writing and presentation of bids
- Reviewing all bid submissions for quality and accuracy
- Maintain a high level of market intelligence and best practice in order to create winning bids
- Assist, support and report to the Bid Manager
- Identifying opportunities to enhance and improve the process, whilst sharing best practice with the team
- Have a clear understanding and interpretation of the questions within the PQQ and tender documents
- Be able to construct relevant answers which clearly answer the clients question and portray the company in the best possible light
- Ensure accuracy and up to date information is placed in all tender and PQQ documents
- Ensure the quality of the response meets the company standards
- Undertake research for the team to improve bid content
- Create/assist with PowerPoint presentations
- Construct flow/organisation charts to support bid proposals
- Develop business CV’s of project team tailored to suit prospective projects
- Maintain up to date case studies of recent projects
- Assist the business development team to ensure our website is current and accurate.
Skills & Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in English, Communications, Business, Marketing, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
- Strong written communication skills with attention to detail.
- Ability to understand complex information and present it clearly and concisely.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
- Ability to work well under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
- Strong research skills and the ability to adapt content for different industries.
- A proactive and positive attitude with a willingness to learn and grow.
- Previous experience in a writing, proposal, or administrative role is an advantage but not required