Bid Writer

Due to the continued growth and diversity of Shield Services Group, we are looking for an experienced Bid Writer to join our Business Development department

Based at our Cardiff Office, the successful candidate will manage the drafting and delivery of high-quality tender responses and pre-qualification documentation.

All items listed below and not limited to-

• Ensuring Pre-Qualification and Supplier Approval Questionnaires for new business opportunities are completed on time and in line with client’s requirements
• Ensuring Tender submissions for new business opportunities are completed on time and in line with client’s requirement
• Support and manage the Bid process to ensure the bid documents are of the best calibre possible for submission. This includes tender research, proof reading, tender drafting, as well as document formatting and obtaining/developing pricing documents with all divisions within the company
• Monitoring of supplier portals identifying potential tender opportunities for the business
• Attend tender interviews and meetings, as required
• Providing support to the Business Development function
• Support and develop and maintain a database of tender answers and data
• Gain feedback on tenders and questionnaires submitted. Utilise this feedback to show future improvements and development of company bidding returns
• Where identified, attend courses to ensure continual skill learning to aid quality and improvement standards of bid delivery

Qualifications and experience:

• Previous bid writing experience essential, preferably within the construction sector
• Previous bid writing covering Health Safety / Environmental waste / Asbestos / Social Housing / would be very desirable

Other qualities and requirements:

• Self-motivated
• Able to work on own initiative and as part of a team
• Able to prioritse work whilst under time-pressures
• Demonstrate a high level of computer literacy and competence in the use of all Microsoft Office programmes
• Good communication and written skills
• Accuracy and attention to detail
• This position requires flexible working hours to cope with periods of high demand
• To maintain standards of professional practice
• To readily accept responsibility for self and others
• To take responsibility for managing situations and problems
• To lead by example, showing a commitment and a determination to succeed

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Established in 1979, Shield Services Group has become one of the largest national service providers in the environmental service sector. We have grown steadily over the years and have constantly adapted to meet the demands and changing practices of our sectors. However, some things have never changed and we believe our success is based on our original core principle of exceptional customer care. We feel honoured to have many long-standing relationships with our clients, many of whom we have worked with for years.

Shield Services Group is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity.