Job Description

Position: Bid Writer

Location: Warrington, Cheshire

About Us

Founded in 1997 as a public sector contractor, Crown Flooring has emerged as one of the largest and most reputable flooring and facilities businesses in the UK. With a rich history and an impressive client portfolio, we have established ourselves as a trusted partner in delivering exceptional flooring and facilities maintenance solutions.

At Crown Flooring, we take pride in our ability to transform spaces with excellence. From central and local public sector bodies to blue chip companies, and a selective list of main contractors, we successfully serve a diverse range of clients across various industries.

Our extensive experience and expertise enable us to provide tailored flooring solutions that meet the unique needs and preferences of our clients. Whether it's a small-scale project or a large-scale installation, we approach every task with the same level of commitment and attention to detail.

What sets us apart is our unwavering dedication to quality and customer satisfaction. We believe that the foundation of a successful project lies in establishing strong relationships with our clients. We work closely with them, understanding their requirements, and delivering solutions that not only meet but exceed their expectations.

As a company, we are committed to sustainability and environmental responsibility. We strive to incorporate eco-friendly practices into our operations and offer a wide range of sustainable flooring and refurbishment options to our clients.

Role & Responsibilities

Working closely with the Directors and Regional Managers, you'll play a key part in crafting winning proposals that help secure flooring and property maintenance contracts across the public sector. Lead the writing and submission of compelling, clear, concise, and high-scoring tender submissions tailored specifically to public sector opportunities. Produce high-quality, engaging, and technically sound written responses for PQQs, RFIs, ITTs, and other tender documentation. Maximise efficiency by utilising AI to support with collating information and refining responses. Work collaboratively with internal teams to gather technical input and supporting documentation and transform it into cohesive, compelling bid submissions. Ensure submissions are compliant with tender requirements and deadlines. Manage the tender pipeline, including monitoring upcoming tender opportunities and those in progress, ensuring effective prioritisation of works and timely input from internal teams to meet deadlines. Maintain and continually develop a library of standard content, case studies and bid templates - managing input from internal teams as required. Contribute to bid strategy meetings and post-bid reviews including price comparisons and incorporate lessons learned into future submissions.

Requirements

Experience in bid writing. Exceptional writing, editing, and communication skills with capability to complete tender documents to secure new business opportunities. Experience of the FM or construction sector would be helpful. Understanding of public sector procurement processes and terminology. Ability to manage multiple projects and meet tight deadlines. Have a can-do attitude, able to work with limited supervision under pressure. Proficient IT skills including use of MS Excel, Word and Powerpoint. Proficient using tender portals, uploading documents, maintaining company profile information. Proficient using tender opportunity filtering platforms. Professional approach, consistent with the high levels of compliance expected working with predominantly public sector customers. Ability to communicate and influence stakeholders up to senior level.

What We Offer:

Competitive salary and benefits package.

Flexibility to work part time or full time.

Hybrid working flexibility.

Opportunity for career progression and development.

Supportive and inclusive work environment.

High growth company with excellent opportunities for progression into other areas of business development and marketing.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates are invited to submit their CV to recruitment@crownflooring.co.uk

Please include "Bid Writer Application - [Your Name]" in the subject line.

Crown Flooring is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified individuals. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: 30,000.00-40,000.00 per year

Additional pay:

Bonus scheme
Benefits:

Company pension Free parking Health & wellbeing programme Life insurance
Schedule:

Day shift Monday to Friday No weekends
Education:

Bachelor's (required)
Experience:

bid writing: 2 years (required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Cheshire WA5 7ZB