Bid Author / Writer in Birmingham

Job Description We are seeking a Senior Bid Writer to lead the development of complex technical and strategic bid responses, while supporting wider bid delivery, assurance and solution development. The role will provide consulting support to clients, working with them to interpret requirements, shape differentiated content and improve the quality of bid submissions. The role offers exposure to complex, high-value opportunities and supports accelerated professional development within a fast-paced consultancy environment, securing major projects across: Highways, rail and high-speed rail marketsConstruction and Facilities ManagementEmerging sectors including renewables, energy, defence and nuclear. EiB Bid Hubs are in central Birmingham, Edinburgh and Dublin. We offer a flexible working model aligned to our clients needs, combining office and home working with on-site support at client locations across the UK and Europe. Key responsibilitiesBid delivery and assurance Own complex technical and strategic responses from storyboard through drafting, review and finalisationInterpret procurement documents, evaluation criteria and client requirements, adapting the response approach to the opportunityLead or support review briefings and debriefs, resolve conflicting feedback and challenge drafts to improve quality. Strategic influence Translate agreed strategy into response-level outputs, themes and content requirementsSupport and facilitate win strategy workshopsUse market, procurement and cross-sector insight to advise clients on their submissions and wider bidding approach. Solution development and constructive challenge Interrogate requirements and client inputs to identify gaps, inconsistencies and areas requiring further developmentHelp clients develop tailored solutions, commitments and delivery models from the agreed strategyApply constructive challenge so client solutions are coherent, deliverable and aligned with evaluation criteriaLead solution workshops and guide implementation of agreed win themes across relevant responses. Business development Identify and progress opportunities to enhance or expand support for existing clientsContribute to client meetings, account discussions, opportunity tracking and pipeline developmentBuild trusted client relationships and provide resilience to Key Account Management. Leadership, coaching and capability development Maintain mentoring relationships and support colleagues across projectsProvide practical upskilling to client teams during live projectsPromote consistent use of EiB methods across internal and client teams. or within a Tier 1/2 major construction, contracting or maintenance environmentA strong communicator, with the ability to write succinctly and facilitate collaborative workshops with a range of contributorsAble to storyboard, draft, review and improve responses with limited supervisionConfident in challenging client and colleague inputs constructivelyAble to use AI appropriately and effectively in proportion to the roleExperienced in coaching, mentoring or sharing knowledge with colleagues or client teamsCommercially aware and confident in building strong client relationships. With a salary of up to £65,000 based on values, skills, and experienceParticipation in the Groups annual performance bonus scheme based on company and personal performanceGroup retirement savings scheme (5% contribution from yourself, and 5% contribution by EiB Group Ltd)Enrolment in our Life Assurance scheme, providing a payment of x3 salary in the event of death in service, at no cost and with no medical underwriting required25 days holiday per annum plus statutory holidays, rising to 30 Days based on length of serviceOptional salary sacrifice scheme for lease cars; purchasing additional annual leave; bike purchases etc.,Wide range of training and continuous personal development opportunities including Chartered Management Consultant and APMP.EiB is fully committed to promoting equality and diversity and maintaining a culture of fairness, transparency and respect for all employees, clients, communities, suppliers, contractors, and other stakeholders. EiB aims to be inclusive, meet diverse needs and promote awareness and ownership in the workplace and the communities we serve. EiB values the strength and differences that a diverse workforce brings to the organisation and believes that by harnessing these differences, we will foster a productive environment where equity and mutual respect are intrinsic, where talents are being fully utilised and organisational goals are met.