Bid Writer

Volkerrail Group; Worcester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - GBP 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering solutions provider is seeking a Bid Writer for their Worcester office. The successful candidate will produce high-quality submissions to win new contracts. Key responsibilities include drafting bid content, managing deadlines, and collaborating with experts. Candidates should have at least two years of relevant experience and strong writing skills. The role offers competitive benefits and opportunities for professional development within a supportive environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Annual leave with additional day off on birthday

Private medical care

Pension plan

Training and development opportunities

Employee Assistance programme

24/7 Virtual GP service

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a similar role.
• Strong writing skills and attention to detail are essential.
• Confident in using Microsoft Office 365 tools.

Responsibilities

• Prepare pre-qualification and supplier questionnaire responses.
• Draft tailored bid content and gather supporting evidence.
• Produce project case studies and maintain bid content library.

Skills

Strong writing skills

Attention to detail

Microsoft Office 365

Bid lifecycle understanding

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Proactive nature

Education

2+ years' experience as Bid Writer or Coordinator

Job description

VolkerLaser repairs, strengthens and waterproofs concrete and steel structures, offering a tailored package of specialist works to clients across the UK. Our structural solutions include bridge deck waterproofing, expansion joints, concrete repair and cathodic protection works, steel repair and strengthening work, carbon fibre and temporary works, jacking and bearing replacement. We also provide specialist lightweight decking and access solutions, as well as being specialists in long bridge and cable refurbishment.

We’re looking for a Bid Writer to help deliver high‑quality, compelling submissions that support our ambition to win new work. You’ll work across regional and national opportunities, producing compliant, well‑structured responses, case studies, CVs and supporting materials that showcase our strengths.

This role suits someone who enjoys writing, collaborating with subject matter experts, and managing deadlines in a fast‑paced environment, working out of our Worcester office.

Responsibilities include:

• Prepare pre‑qualification and supplier questionnaire responses.
• Review and interpret tender documents to fully understand requirements.
• Draft clear, tailored bid content and collate supporting evidence.
• Research and gather information from internal experts to enhance written responses.
• Produce project case studies, team CVs and technical content for bids.
• Maintain and update bid library content.
• Support the development of answer plans and tender overviews.
• Participate in bid reviews and strengthen content based on feedback.
• Manage time effectively to meet review and submission deadlines.
• Handle portal queries, clarifications and document uploads.
• Contribute to lessons‑learned reviews and continuous improvement.
• Proofread and format bid content to ensure accuracy and quality.
• Manage low‑complexity bids with support from the bid management team.

About you

• Ideally a minimum of 2 years’ experience as a Bid Writer or Bid Coordinator.
• Strong writing skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Confident using Microsoft Office 365 (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook).
• Understanding of the bid lifecycle, tender processes and document management.
• Able to analyse information and communicate clearly and succinctly.
• Highly organised, able to manage multiple deadlines and workloads.
• Strong interpersonal skills and comfortable working independently or as part of a team.
• Proactive, eager to learn and committed to continuous improvement.
• Understanding of HSEQ requirements and the importance of accuracy and compliance.

If your past experience doesn’t match perfectly with every requirement of the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for us.

Why work with us?

VolkerLaser is under the umbrella of VolkerWessels UK which is a multidisciplinary contractor that delivers innovative engineering solutions across the civil engineering and construction sectors including rail, highways, airport, marine, energy, water, and environmental infrastructure.

By utilising the specialist skills of each business unit within VolkerWessels UK, VolkerLaser are able to ensure our staff provide unrivalled resources and expertise to our clients.

We offer competitive rewards and benefits, recognising the value we place on our employees.

We offer a range of benefits, including:

• Competitive salary
• Competitive annual leave and an additional day off on your birthday
• Option to buy additional annual leave
• Private medical care
• Pension
• Life Assurance
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Shopping and restaurants vouchers, rewards, and discounts
• Training and development opportunities-comprehensive skills-based training
• Family friendly polices including enhanced maternity benefits
• Employee Assistance programme
• Mental health, physical health, and financial support
• 24/7 Virtual GP service

Fairness, inclusion and respect

We believe in pushing boundaries in the pursuit of fairness, inclusion and respect. So, our teams can be comfortable that, whatever their background, VolkerWessels UK is a place where they can be themselves and thrive.

If you need support with your application, please contact us at [e-mail]

Additional information

Note for Recruitment Agencies:

Our preference is to hire directly, and we will reach out to our Preferred Supplier List (PSL) agencies if this particular role qualifies for release.

We kindly request that you refrain from sending speculative CVs. In the event of speculative CV submissions, no fees will be applicable, and we kindly ask that all inquiries to be directed to [e-mail]

VolkerWessels UK is committed to maintaining healthy, safe and productive working conditions for its entire staff and therefore a drugs & alcohol screening is mandatory for all.