Bid Writer/Manager - Business Development Manager

Job Title: Bid Writer / Business Development Manager
Location: Basildon
Salary: £55,000 £65,000 + DOE + Car Allowance + Bonuses + Pension
Job Type: Full-Time Permanent

We re working on behalf of a highly respected national contractor delivering specialist services in Security, Fire, Electrical, Passive Fire, and Mechanical disciplines and construction this is for a mini main contractor who works within education - but is wanting to expand into more local authority works. As part of their continued growth, they are now seeking a Bid Writer / Business Development Manager to join their team and play a key role in securing high-value projects and frameworks across the UK.

Key Benefits:

• Competitive basic salary with car allowance and performance-based bonuses

• Clear career progression within a growing business

• Exposure to major projects in a fast-paced industry

• Supportive team culture with ongoing professional development

Role Overview:

This is a hybrid position combining strong bid writing capabilities with an element of business development. You ll be responsible for producing high-quality written proposals, collaborating across departments, and contributing to strategic growth efforts.

Responsibilities:

• Create, edit and submit compelling bid and tender documents (PQQs, EOIs, RFPs)

• Manage and maintain a structured bid library including case studies, CVs, and standard content

• Work closely with technical, commercial, and marketing teams to ensure consistency and clarity across all submissions

• Identify and support new business opportunities through effective proposal development

• Support brand visibility and contribute to winning frameworks and direct awards

About You:

• Proven experience in bid writing, ideally within security, M&E, facilities management, or construction sectors

• Excellent written communication skills with the ability to turn technical information into persuasive content

• Strong organisation and project management skills, able to meet tight deadlines

• Commercially aware with a strategic approach to developing winning submissions

• Confident working collaboratively with internal stakeholders and clients

What Success Looks Like:

• Increased win rates across public and private sector tenders

• High-quality proposals that differentiate the business from competitors

• Smooth management of submission timelines and team coordination

Car allowance or Car, Pension, Health, Bonuses

To Apply:
If you are an experienced Bid Writer or looking to take the next step in your career, we d love to hear from you