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Pre Contract Author

United Kingdom, Coventry · Job Posted June 01, 2026
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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

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