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Pre Contract Author Coventry Talented people are the key to our success. We are looking for a proactive and adaptable Pre‑Contract Author to join our Water Highways Team, supporting a range of projects. You will play a key role in producing high‑quality, client‑focused proposals through analytical research, answer planning, bid writing, editing, reviewing and proofreading. Working collaboratively with the wider bid team, you will help create persuasive, evidence‑based responses that exceed client expectations, clearly communicate win themes and fully address all questions and marking criteria. You will bring a structured, flexible approach and the ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast‑paced environment while maintaining exceptional quality standards.
Job Responsibility
Produce persuasive, high‑quality proposals and supporting materials, including EOIs, PQQs, tenders, presentations and marketing content
Translate client requirements into clear, accurate and fully compliant responses
Conduct sector and client research to identify best practice, client priorities and win themes
Plan workloads, set timelines and coordinate research, storyboarding, drafting and reviews to meet deadlines
Lead or contribute to storyboard sessions and collaborate with subject matter experts across the business
Attend kick‑off, progress and settlement meetings, and undertake site visits as required
Maintain progress trackers to monitor submission status and ensure timely delivery
Proofread and review content for clarity, accuracy, consistency and quality
Provide constructive feedback on colleagues’ responses to support continuous improvement
Contribute to the development and maintenance of the knowledge management system
Review lessons learned and client feedback to drive ongoing improvement in proposal quality
Requirements
GCSE (or equivalent) in English and Maths
Bid writing training (e.g., Shipley, Winning Bids Masterclass)
Strong bid writing experience, ideally in infrastructure
Proficient in Word, Excel and PowerPoint
Effective stakeholder management
Experience using knowledge management systems
APMP or similar proposals qualification (advantageous)
Understanding of construction industry practices (preferred)
Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast‑paced environment
Strong written communication, creative writing and proofreading skills
Ability to turn complex information into clear, compelling narrative
Confident engaging with subject matter experts to extract key information
Strong planning, organisation and time‑management skills
Collaborative, adaptable and resilient approach
Positive attitude, strong interpersonal skills and active listening
Nice to have
APMP or similar proposals qualification (advantageous)
Understanding of construction industry practices (preferred)
What we offer
Generous holiday entitlement with the option to buy five days
Flexible and adaptable working
Family friendly policies and work/life approach
Mentoring programmes and continuous learning support
Contributory pension scheme
Annual bonus scheme
Recognition scheme and long service awards
Car scheme and Private Medical Insurance (if applicable to role)
Option to participate in share-save scheme
Discounts including cycle to work and gym membership
Support and advice service for colleagues and their families