Bid Writer

Overview

In this Bid Writer role, you will craft high-quality, client-focused tender submissions for Galliford Try’s Environment business. You will work with Bid Managers, operational teams and Subject Matter Experts to communicate capabilities, experience and value, helping secure new work and grow the company’s market presence. You’ll contribute to process improvements and explore AI-enabled approaches to bid writing. This is a chance to shape winning proposals on major infrastructure projects within a collaborative, ambitious team.

Pay / Benefits

• 28 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Annual bonus opportunities
• Comprehensive pension scheme
• Private medical scheme options
• Employee Assistance Programme (24/7 support)
• Be Well wellbeing programme

Responsibilities

• Develop client-focused tender submissions aligned with written requirements and evaluation criteria
• Draft, edit and review bid responses for clarity, consistency and compliance
• Conduct detailed reviews of tender documents and deliverables
• Support bid planning and coordination across the tender lifecycle
• Ensure timely delivery of high-quality qualitative responses
• Collaborate with operational teams to define bid responsibilities and response requirements
• Engage with Subject Matter Experts to develop evidence-based submissions
• Ensure compliance with Galliford Try Business Management System (BMS) processes
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the bid function
• Support development of innovative bid-writing approaches, including AI-enabled tools where appropriate

Key requirements

• GCSE English
• Significant bid writing experience in construction, infrastructure, utilities, engineering or energy sectors
• Experience developing tender submissions for major projects or frameworks
• Experience working with multidisciplinary teams and Subject Matter Experts
• Understanding of public and private sector procurement processes is advantageous
• Willingness to travel domestically

• Exceptional written communication
• Excellent verbal communication and presentation skills
• Strong attention to detail under tight deadlines
• Organisational and time management skills
• Working knowledge of AI tools and AI Agents to support content development
• Strong Microsoft Office skills (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook)

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