Bid Writer

Role: Bid Writer

Based: Longridge, Preston Walter Carefoot & Sons (Construction) Ltd is a successful

Construction Company who continually strive to be at the forefront of their Industry in North West England. We are a regional contractor with over 90 years’ experience of working on projects ranging from £500,000.00 to £10M in value. We operate under a number of Framework Agreements carrying out Partnered Projects for the Public and Private Sector, principally focusing on the Education, NHS, Commercial & Leisure Sectors of the Industry. Due to the continued growth of our company we are expanding our team and have a vacancy for a Bid Writer.

**Job Role**

To support the Preconstruction Team in the creation and preparation of quality bids and proposals, these include Expressions of Interest, Capability Statements, Pre-Qualification Questionnaires and Tenders. The Bid Writer will also take ownership of all incoming enquiries.

**Some of the Responsibilities will include**
- Understand the rules for Tendering, the timescales and responsibilities
- Ensure timely management of all Tender activities
- Maintaining Social value culture, partnering with social enterprises and charities
- Coordination of both the Quality and Commercial elements of any Bids to ensure a smooth process
- Obtain feedback from all Clients relating to both successful and unsuccessful Bids to improve future Bids.
- Experience in a similar role
- Competency with Microsoft packages
- Keen eye for detail and production of high-quality work
- Imaginative and innovative approach to bid submissions
- Knowledge of TOMS framework
- Well organised and work to deadlines
- Excellent communication skills

Working for Carefoot
- 26 Days Holiday + 8 Bank holidays
- Pension
- Continued Professional Development Programme
- Training
- Competitive Salary
- Flexible working

How to Apply:
This is genuinely an exciting time to join a successful family run business with over 90 years of experience.

If are interested in joining our team or would like an informal chat about this position, then please send us your CV & covering letter.

**Salary**: £40,000.00-£45,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Company pension

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

- PRESTON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

**Experience**:

- Bid Writing: 3 years (preferred)
- Business development: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: One location