We prefer to hire directly and we will be in touch with our PSL Agencies if this role is eligible for release. We do not accept speculative CVs from agencies. If speculative CVs are sent, no fee will be applicable - please direct all queries to the relevant Resourcing Partner. Bid Writer Guildford An opportunity has arisen for a Bid Writer to join the team at Galliford Try. The Bid Writer is tasked with the creation of effective yet imaginative responses to pre-qualification and tender questionnaires; working with other stakeholders from around the division to acquire pertinent information and data. The Bid Writer will promote the Galliford Try business, through high quality written submissions. Ideally, you will be based in or around the Guildford area and will have the opportunity to travel across multiple sites/projects in the Region. What you will be doing:

• Write high-quality winning proposal documents, to including producing, coordinating and editing written content
• Manage the submissions process where required
• Contribute to the bid team at key stages of individual tender projects, gathering technical information from internal departments to compile and ensure a high-quality bespoke solution is offered to the client
• Actively participate in story boarding and development of strategic themes
• Ensure all proposals are prepared in line with tender programme requirements
• Ensure submissions are produced are to the highest quality and aligned with company bid management standards
• Be responsible for proofreading material and providing technical and commercial writing skills
• Assist with development of bespoke proposals, best practice information, technique guides, template answers and style sheets
• Build and develop relationships with key business sector teams
• Produce high-quality documents and submissions in line with identified deadlines
• Analysis and review of previous submissions and document learning for implementation in future bids
• Produce promotional/marketing materials and award submissions
• Manage the submission content as part of the wider bid process
• Assemble and shape construction information into compelling submissions.
• Write and edit pre-qualification documents
• Write and edit capability statements and expression of interest documents
• Liaise with the wider Pre-construction team for technical content
• Create and edit presentations
• Capture and collate evidence to support submissions
  
  Industry specific knowledge of Bid Writing within the Construction market
• Ability to work as part of a team and own initiative when required
• Proven track record in the sector or similar role, preferably with a main contractor
• Excellent written English and communication skills
• Flexibility to meet time pressures to deliver high quality submissions on time
• Excellent organisational skills
• Exceptional writing, editing and copy-writing skills
• Adaptability and drive to progress the role into other areas including Business Development as and when necessary.
  
  With an impressive order book of over £3.8 billion we are one of the industry's leading principal contractors, affording you the opportunity to work on some of the UK's most exciting projects offering you stability as well as the chance to stretch your capabilities and realise long held career goals. You will be joining diverse teams working at a high professional level with exceptional levels of commitment. With an ambitious strategy, we're poised for further growth and success, so if you're committed, talented and enthusiastic, Galliford Try is the right place for you.
We are committed to maintaining the physical and mental wellbeing of all our people, through our 'Be Well' programme which offers discounts on certain products, advice and support for a range of issues. We invest in high-quality training for employees of all levels, from our leadership development framework to our apprenticeship programmes. Through our Career Paths initiative, individuals receive tailored training and support to fulfil their potential. Our industry is all about creating talented teams that excel in their areas of expertise. As an employer, we know you are most motivated to give your best when you feel valued and engaged. Our Agile Working programme empowers you with flexibility in when, where and how you work. Where appropriate, site and office-based employees can take advantage of a wide variety of working practices, offering different amounts of structure, regularity and flexibility to suit your needs as well as those of your wider team., Galliford Try is one of the UK's leading construction businesses with a vision to continuously be a people-orientated, progressive business, driven by our values to deliver lasting change for our stakeholders and the communities we work in. Our purpose is to improve people's lives through building the facilities and infrastructure that communities need, providing opportunities for our people to learn, grow and progress, working with our supply chain to promote the very best working practice and caring for the environment in which we work.

We put our people first and our benefits package reflects that by offering a comprehensive range of attractive options to help support your career on top of a competitive salary.
• Generous holiday entitlement, increasing with years of service, plus the opportunity to purchase further holidays
• A wide range of corporate discounts
• Cycle to Work schemes
• Comprehensive pension plan
• Regular Save as You Earn share purchase scheme
• Private medical scheme options are available for all salaried employees and our employee assistance programme also provides free 24/7 support to those who need it
• Paid for yearly membership to one recognised professional association relevant to your role