Bid Writer - Bicester, United Kingdom - Dalcour Maclaren

Dalcour Maclaren

Verified Company

Bicester, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

Dalcour Maclaren is an innovative and highly dynamic multi-disciplinary consultancy working on a huge range of exciting and diverse projects for a growing client base within Utilities and Infrastructure - think HS2, Offshore wind farms and Nuclear Energy We are immensely proud to be working on some of the largest infrastructure projects taking place across the UK (and beyond) which are instrumental in shaping the future of our planet.

If you want to play your part in helping the earth become more sustainable, and to reach NetZero by 2050, you would be making the right choice by joining the team here at Dalcour Maclaren.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Bid Writer to join our growing, dynamic team based in Bicester.

We are looking to bolster our Business Development team with an experienced Bid Writer who has previous exposure within our industry or with a similar client base (Utilities, Infrastructure).

As a Bid Writer, your main focus will be crafting compelling responses for tenders, encompassing both major framework bids and smaller operational proposals.

You will have the opportunity to work on a variety of bids with values ranging from £50k - £5m and framework durations spanning from 5 years to 10+ years, with the support of a Bid Coordinator.

As a Bid Writer you will:

Take ownership of the PQQ / RFI process, including downloading, collating, preparing, completing and submitting associated documents ahead of deadlines
Manage bid response workshops with technical delivery teams
Ensure that our inhouse bid process is understood and implemented to enable quality, commercial and legal requirements are consistently met
Write persuasive and informative content that aligns with customer requirements and highlights the benefits of Dalcour Maclaren's services
Collaborate with the wider bid team, internal stakeholders, and third parties to gather necessary information for creating draft proposals
Ensure consistency in style, language, and strategic approach throughout the proposal
Edit and refine content to enhance customer focus and align with bid themes
Manage and update databases of company information for use in PQQs, RFIs, and questionnaires
Establish and maintain a bid library containing standardised content
Produce professional submissions that reflect corporate brand guidelines and adhere to best practices
Motivate and manage SMEs to update content on a predefined cycle
Provide general administrative support to the business development teams as required
Develop a deep understanding of Dalcour Maclaren, fostering relationships with business leaders and group companies to facilitate bidding
Experience as a B2B writer, preferably in bid/tender writing
Ideally hold a APMP (Association of Proposal Management Professionals) qualifications
Proficiency in Microsoft Word and familiarity with CRM software
Exceptional written communication skills with a keen eye for detail
Strong proofreading and editing abilities, ensuring grammatical accuracy and errorfree content
Excellent organisational skills to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines
Ability to work effectively in a team and collaborate with diverse stakeholders
Knowledge of large, regulated industry companies, infrastructure companies, and tier one contractors
Creativity and a willingness to approach tasks differently, bringing innovative ideas to the bid writing process

Why Dalcour Maclaren? What makes us different?
Really and truly, it's our people and our culture. We are 'One Team', and this is the lifeblood of our organisation. We champion new ideas and are fully committed to Corporate Social Responsibility, and our Diversity & Inclusion.

Our winning formula for success is investing in the fantastic people within our team to deliver an unparalleled and unique service to our clients.

If you are looking to work for a growing organisation who are not afraid to be brave, bold, and push the boundaries to challenge the 'norm', then a career with DM should be the one for you

Benefits:

Annual performance bonus scheme
25 days annual leave plus 1 day to celebrate your birthday
Private healthcare (through Vitality Health)
Generous pension scheme
Life insurance (4x Salary)
26 Weeks paid Maternity Leave
2 Weeks paid Paternity Leave
Electric vehicle purchase (provided by Octopus Electric Vehicles)
Professional development paid study leave
Military service paid leave (7.5 days per year)
Flexible working through our 'Flexible Advantage' supporting working families & your work/life balance
Free onsite parking
Subsidised gym membership and other Vitality Member discounts
Charity support volunteering your time encouraged
Cycle to work scheme