Construction Insurance jobs in London

Bid Coordinator - Construction / Refurbishment

Salary: up to £55,000 (experience dependent) + benefits

Hours: 40 hours per week (08:00hrs - 17:00hrs)

Start: Immediate (willing to wait for notice period)

Contract: Permanent / Full-Time - (Hybrid) 1-day WFH after probation

Location: East London (FREE PARKING ON SITE)

Culture Guru is partnering with a multi-award-winning refurbishment specialist who've built a strong reputation as a trusted name in the industry. With a long track record of delivering high-quality refurbishment works, they're on the lookout for a Bid Coordinator who's not just skilled - but inspired - to help create standout submissions that win work, spark relationships, and elevate lives.

This isn't your average Bid Coordinator role. Working within a dynamic bid writing team, you'll be a key player in a collaborative, forward-thinking environment where your voice matters, your work is visible, and your impact is real. From coordinating compelling proposals to keeping high-stakes submissions on track, this is your chance to shine in a company that's growing fast and investing in its people.

You'll support the end-to-end bid process - coordinating, writing, and delivering high-quality PQQ, SQ and tender submissions that leave a lasting impression.

Responsibilities of the role but not limited to;

• Manage the Bid/No Bid process and coordinate activity between the Estimating and Bid teams
• Oversee expressions of interest, downloading of SQs/PQQs and ITTs, and manage bid timetables to ensure on-time submission
• With support from the Head of Bids, write responses to allocated PQQ and tender questions - breaking down questions to score top marks in a clear, easily understood way
• Turn complex information into persuasive, powerful narratives
• Liaise with clients and consultants to understand requirements via the clarification process
• Manage bid production, portal uploads, and the bid library, accreditations and references databases
• Prepare detailed case studies, corporate CVs and tender interview presentations
• Help determine lessons learnt on unsuccessful bids and implement improvements
• Support the delivery of social value initiatives, including community engagement events and charitable activities
• Continually update and refresh the visual feel of the company's bids

Desirable attributes of the successful candidate

• 1 year+ experience in bid coordination, ideally within social housing, construction or refurbishment
• Strong data tracking and reporting skills
• A wordsmith with the power to influence through writing
• Balance creativity and structure, even under tight deadlines
• Bring commercial awareness and strategic thinking to the table
• Good working knowledge of MS Office (Excel & PowerPoint), InDesign, MS Projects and online tender portals
• Experience in a main contractor environment supporting construction bids
• A proactive, upbeat, team player who loves getting things done
• Communicate clearly, confidently, and with impact - internally and externally
• Full UK driving licence
• Love to learn, grow, and make a real difference

This is more than just a job, it's a chance to make your mark in a company where your contributions matter, your growth is supported, and your ideas are welcomed. Be part of a vibrant culture that values purpose, people, and progress.

Apply now with your CV and take the next step in your bid writing career with an organisation that's winning hearts - and contracts - across the UK.

Pay: £35,000.00-£55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Free flu jabs
• Free parking
• On-site parking
• Private medical insurance
• Work from home

Application question(s):

• How many years of work experience do you have with Adobe InDesign?
• How many years of Construction experience do you currently have?
• How many years of experience do you have in bid writing for social housing fit-out/ refurbishment/ construction projects?
• Are you comfortable commuting to this job's location?
• Are you comfortable working in an onsite setting?
• Do you have a valid driver's license?
• How many years of work experience do you have with Bid Writing/Coordinating?

Work Location: In person