Content Writer - Central Bid Team in Leeds

As a Content Writer in the Central Bid Team, you will lead the creation of engaging and accurate case studies and project profiles that strengthen bid submissions across our Infrastructure and Buildings sectors. Under the direction of the Senior Bid Writer, you will work with business and marketing leads to manage a programme aligned to growth priorities. You will collaborate with technical teams to produce high-quality content, maintain progress, and meet deadlines.

The Content Writer will also play a role in supporting live bids, staying abreast of client requirements, identifying evidence gaps, and crafting client-focused case studies that contribute to winning outcomes. With a continuous improvement mindset, you will proactively seek constructive feedback and share best practice writing principles with our technical teams.

• Content Creation
  • Plan and coordinate the case study pipeline, ensuring timely delivery by managing schedules, preparing interviews, and keeping stakeholders engaged throughout the process.
  • Lead the end-to-end development of case studies and project profiles, from researching projects and undertaking interviews to writing, editing, and polishing.
  • Collaborate with project leads and technical teams to tease out insights, client value, and ensure content is accurate, detailed, and compelling.
  • Upload content to the in-house knowledge platform and manage version control, timely updates, and tagging for easy access by bid teams.
• Bid Writing Support
  • Contribute to live bids by identifying evidence gaps and creating tailored case studies that strengthen responses.
  • Work closely with bid writers and technical contributors to align case studies with client criteria and win themes, ensuring they integrate seamlessly into overall responses.
  • Maintain visibility of upcoming bids to anticipate case study needs and proactively prepare relevant content.
  • Provide wider bid writing support for priority submissions, including drafting, editing, and refining narrative sections to reflect requirements and win strategy.
• Continuous Improvement & Education
  • Create case study guidance and training to enhance technical contributors’ skills and confidence.
  • Support delivery of wider training to promote knowledge and practical application of bid writing best practice.
  • Promote use of in-house knowledge platform and contribute to Central Bid Team libraries to increase access to accurate, up-to-date, well-written content.
  • Actively pursue ongoing professional development to stay current with industry trends and best practice.

• Proven success in case study development, translating technical input into persuasive narrative that aligns with the company's objectives and brand.
• Knowledge of bid writing best practice principles, exceptional interviewing, writing, and editing skills, and strict attention to detail.
• Proficiency in content management, ensuring materials are up-to-date and accessible.
• Highly organised and self-motivated, taking ownership, setting priorities, and managing multiple deadlines.
• Ability to work well under pressure and adapt to dynamic environments.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the confidence to challenge and elevate issues where needed.
• Proactive, approachable, and a logical team player.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ability to learn and adapt to systems and tools.

• Head of Bids
• Senior Bid Writer
• Central Bid Team members
• Marketing leads
• Bidding teams e.g. Bid Directors, Technical / Project Leads, Independent Bid Reviewers
• Internal Subject Matter Experts
• National Discipline Directors, Regional Business Leads
• Strategic Improvement teams e.g. Public Sector & Frameworks Lead, Strategic Pursuit Director

At Stantec, we redefine what’s possible. We don’t just design projects; we create outcomes that matter for people and places. Joining us means being part of a team where your ideas and expertise help shape solutions that win work and deliver real impact.

We offer hybrid working, flexible hours, and a benefits package supporting wellbeing, development, and work-life balance, including options like buying extra holiday, health plans, and pension schemes. Our inclusive working environment is shaped by active Employee Resource Groups and award-winning wellbeing programmes, helping everyone feel valued, supported, and able to thrive.

The Stantec community unites more than 34,000 employees working in over 450 locations across 6 continents. We have been working with our clients and communities in the UK for over 150 years. We plan, design, deliver, and manage the development and infrastructure needed to support the creation of sustainable, healthy, and prosperous communities.

Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibits discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression.

If you are excited by this role but worry that your experience doesn’t exactly align, we encourage you to apply.