Bid Writer

Role overview

A well-established and expanding construction company in Galway is looking for a Bid Writer to join its on-site team on a permanent full-time basis. This opportunity suits someone who is highly detail-focused, understands the construction sector well, and has a strong history of producing persuasive tender submissions that help secure work.

The role is central to winning new contracts by developing clear, compliant, and competitive bid documents for a variety of construction projects.

Key responsibilities

• Take ownership of preparing, drafting, and submitting strong tender and bid documents.
• Review tender packs, identify critical requirements, and coordinate information from technical, commercial, and operational colleagues.
• Write responses that are concise, compelling, and customised to each opportunity.
• Make sure every submission meets client instructions, deadline expectations, and relevant industry rules.
• Work closely with estimators, project managers, and senior leaders to collect technical and project-specific details.
• Handle the end-to-end bid process, including PQQs, EOIs, and full tender responses.
• Keep bid content, case studies, and supporting material up to date in the content library.
• Refine bid workflows, templates, and the overall quality of submissions over time.
• Review completed submissions and feed learnings into future bids and process improvements.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of experience as a Bid Writer or in a similar role within construction.
• Solid knowledge of construction methods, terminology, and how projects are delivered.
• A demonstrated record of producing successful bids in a competitive setting.
• Strong writing ability with the capacity to create polished, professional content.
• Good planning and time-management skills, with the ability to juggle several deadlines.
• Excellent accuracy and a strong commitment to compliance and detail.
• Confident use of Microsoft Office tools, especially Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Comfortable working on your own as well as part of a wider team.
• Experience with public-sector and private-sector tenders is preferred.
• Knowledge of Irish or UK tender portals and procurement procedures is preferred.
• A degree or similar qualification in Construction, Engineering, Business, or a related subject is preferred.
• Experience creating bid strategies and win themes is preferred.
• Personal qualities expected include motivation, initiative, a strong work ethic, analytical thinking, problem-solving ability, effective stakeholder communication, and adaptability in a fast-moving environment.

What’s on offer

• A salary that will be aligned to experience.
• The chance to contribute to high-profile construction projects.
• Real opportunities for career growth within a developing organisation.
• A supportive, collaborative workplace culture.

Additional information

This is a full-time, permanent position based in Galway, County Galway, Ireland.