About Us:
UK Gas Services is a reputable contractor and general services business specialising in social housing, public sector, and commercial projects across the UK for over 30 years. We are dedicated to delivering innovative and sustainable solutions that benefit our clients and communities.
Job Purpose:
The Bid Writer will be responsible for producing high-quality, compelling bid documents that effectively communicate our value proposition. Working closely with the Bid Manager and cross-functional teams, the Bid Writer will ensure all proposals are clear, persuasive, and compliant with client requirements and deadlines.
Key Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with the Bid Manager and relevant teams to understand bid requirements and develop tailored content.
- Write, edit, and proofread bid documents, technical proposals, and supporting materials to a high standard.
- Ensure all bid content is clear, concise, and compelling, highlighting our strengths and differentiators.
- Gather information from technical, commercial, and operational teams to inform bid content.
- Maintain a library of standard responses, case studies, and other relevant content to streamline the bid writing process.
- Assist in developing win themes and messaging strategies for each bid.
- Ensure all bid documents are compliant with client specifications, legal standards, and internal quality standards.
- Support the review and editing process to ensure consistency, accuracy, and professionalism.
- Contribute to post-bid reviews to identify lessons learned and improve future bid quality.
- Keep track of bid deadlines, progress, and documentation to ensure timely submissions.
Person Specification:
- Proven experience in bid writing within construction, social housing, public sector, or commercial industries.
- Excellent written communication skills with the ability to craft clear, persuasive, and engaging content.
- Strong attention to detail and high standards of accuracy.
- Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple deadlines effectively.
- Good understanding of the UK procurement process and sector-specific terminology.
- Collaborative team player with excellent interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency in MS Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel) and familiarity with bid management software is desirable.
Qualifications:
- Degree or equivalent in English, Communications, Business, or a related field.
- Previous experience in bid writing or proposal development is essential.
- Professional accreditation or training in bid management or proposal writing (e.g., APMP) is a plus.
What We Offer:
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
- A supportive and dynamic working environment committed to excellence.
