Bid Writer

Bid WriterWe are looking for a Bid Writer to join our Proposals team, based out of our Milton Keynes office. This role plays an important part in our work‑winning activity, supporting the development of clear, compelling and client‑focused bids across our Construction business.You'll work closely with bid, pre‑construction and delivery colleagues, contributing to submissions that showcase Wates' strengths, experience and values.What You'll Be DoingWriting engaging, well‑structured and client‑focused bid responsesReviewing tender questions and translating requirements into clear written contentWorking with subject matter experts to gather information and develop responsesEditing and reviewing content to ensure accuracy, clarity and consistencySupporting bid reviews, final submissions and post‑bid feedbackContributing to lessons learned and continuous improvementWhat We're Looking ForExperience in a bid writing, proposals or similar roleStrong written communication skills and excellent attention to detailGood organisational skills with the ability to manage deadlinesA collaborative, proactive approachExperience in construction or the built environment is beneficial, but not essentialWhy Join Wates?A purpose‑led, family‑owned business with a strong people‑first cultureMeaningful projects with positive social and community impactSupport, mentoring and clear development opportunities within bids and work‑winningCompetitive salary and benefits packageOur commitments: Wates is proud to be an employer where anyone can thrive, and we welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds.  We encourage you to apply even if you don't meet every requirement, as we value transferable skills and assess all applications fairly.We don't discriminate based on a criminal record; all applications are reviewed on an individual basis against the requirements of the role. Some roles may require additional checks, due to the nature of the work.  As a Disability Confident Leader, we offer an interview to applicants with a disability who meet the minimum criteria for the role and opt in to the Disability Confident scheme.  Reasonable adjustments are available, please contact us at recruitment@wates.co.uk