Bid Writer – Social Housing

CV-LibraryHavering, Greater LondonpermanentPosted: 1 September 2026
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Bid Writer – Social Housing

📍 Romford, Essex
💰 Up to £50,000
📋 Permanent | Full-Time

We’re working with an established construction and property services contractor who are looking to appoint an experienced Bid Writer to join their team in Romford.

This is a great opportunity for someone with a background in social housing, repairs & maintenance, refurbishment or construction who wants to play a key role in winning new contracts and framework opportunities.

The Role

You’ll be responsible for producing high-quality, compelling tender submissions for housing associations, local authorities and other public-sector clients.

Key responsibilities include:

* Managing bids from initial opportunity through to final submission

* Writing and coordinating PQQs, SQs, ITTs and framework submissions

* Reviewing tender documentation and identifying key requirements

* Producing high-quality technical and quality responses

* Developing method statements, case studies and project examples

* Working closely with operational, commercial and technical teams

* Gathering information from internal stakeholders and turning it into compelling bid content

* Developing strong win themes and client-focused responses

* Maintaining and developing the company's bid library

* Ensuring submissions are accurate, compliant and delivered within deadlines

* Supporting continuous improvement and lessons learned across the bid function

About You

We’re looking for someone who has:

* Previous experience as a Bid Writer, Bid Manager, Proposal Writer or similar

* Experience within social housing, property services, construction, repairs & maintenance or refurbishment

* Strong knowledge of public-sector tendering and procurement

* Excellent written English and attention to detail

* Experience producing persuasive tender responses

* The ability to manage multiple bids and tight deadlines

* Strong communication and stakeholder management skills

* Excellent Microsoft Office skills, particularly Word and PowerPoint

Experience with housing associations, local authorities, planned maintenance, refurbishment or public-sector frameworks would be highly advantageous.

What's on Offer?

* Salary up to £50,000

* Permanent position

* Romford-based

* Opportunity to join a growing business

* Genuine progression opportunities

* Varied and high-value social housing tenders

* Collaborative working environment

If you're an experienced Bid Writer with social housing or construction experience and are looking for your next opportunity, get in touch for a confidential conversation

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