Bid Writer

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Full time posted on:
Posted 2 Days Agojob requisition :
R-148547###
** Job Description**## Overview We know that different people have different priorities, which is why we're here to support you. Flexible and remote working is a central part of our culture. So, talk to us about what's ideal for you – from reduced weeks to buying more leave over school holidays. And if you're returning from a career break, ask us how we can help you transition back into work with us.

Atkins

Réalis’ Transportation business delivers comprehensive engineering and consultancy services across rail, highways and local transport, providing end‑to‑end support from strategic planning and advisory through to detailed design, construction, and operational delivery.

We are growing and wish to recruit an outstanding Bid Writer to join our team. This role will support our Win Work mission by writing compelling, high-quality proposals that win work across all our Transportation Markets. You will work closely with technical experts, business leaders, and the wider Win Work team to develop responses that clearly articulate our compelling value proposition and align with each client’s requirements.

This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled writer with a passion for storytelling and a strategic mindset to make an impact on the growth of our business.

Whilst the core focus of this role is to create compelling written bid content, the postholder will also support development of Win Work collateral in the form of case studies. Reporting to the Senior Bid Writer, the role will also be a subject matter expert for bid writing within the Transportation Win Work team, setting and championing best practice, and supporting development of bid writing skills across our workforce.##

Your role
* Lead the development and writing of high-quality, client-focused proposals and tender responses.
* Collaborate with technical teams to translate complex information into clear, persuasive written content.
* Ensure all submissions are compliant, compelling and client focused.
* Support the development of bid strategies, win themes and value propositions.
* Develop, manage and maintain a library of reusable content and case studies and contribute information to the Knowledge Hub and Proposals Information Hub.
* Contribute to continuous improvement of bid processes, tools and templates.
* Participate in bid reviews and lessons learned sessions.## About you
* Proven experience writing winning bids in a consulting, engineering and technology environment.
* Strong understanding of the Shipley proposal development process or similar structured bid methodologies.
* Excellent writing, editing and proofing skills with a keen eye and attention to detail.
* Ability to interpret technical information and present it in a client-friendly format. Familiarity with public and private sector procurement processes.
* Strong interpersonal and communication skills, able to work effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
* Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities.
* Proactive, self-motivated, and able to work as part of a team. Creative thinker with a strategic mindset and a passion for continuous improvement.
* Resilient under pressure and adaptable to changing priorities.
* APMP certification or equivalent is advantageous.
* Experience working in a matrixed or global organisation.## Reward & benefits

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career. Enjoy competitive salaries, employee rewards and a brilliant range of benefits you can tailor to suit your own health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle choices. Make the most of a myriad of opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise.

And combine our hybrid working culture and flexible holiday allowances to balance a great job and fulfilling personal life.## About Atkins

Réalis

We're , a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and…