Assistant Bid Writer

McLaughlin & Harvey is one of the leading Building and Civil Engineering Contractors operating throughout the UK and Ireland.

We are seeking to recruit an Assistant Bid Writer/Submissions Manager to join the construction bid writing team in Mallusk and will provide training and development.

The Assistant Submissions Manager plays a vital role in driving the work winning function of McLaughlin & Harvey.

Responsibilities

The successful candidate will work on the preparation of Pre-Qualification Questionnaires (PQQs) and support Submissions Managers with other tender proposals.

Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Reviewing web portals for PQQ/Tender opportunities;
• Analysing PQQ/Tender for viability;
• Creating/updating PQQ/Tender information on company IT systems;
• Preparing written responses to PQQ/Tender questions;
• Liaising with internal and external parties to obtain information for submissions;
• Managing the clarification and RFI process;
• Proof-reading colleagues’ work;
• Preparing PowerPoint presentations for client interviews;
• Creating/updating standard marketing information; and
• Attending site visits/events.

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree level qualification ideally within a construction related discipline

Experience

Essential

• Enthusiastic and keen to develop within job role
• Strong written and oral communication skills;
• Strong IT and creative presentation skills;
• Meticulous attention to detail and accuracy;
• Ability to work under pressure and to strict timescales;
• Time management and prioritising workload;
• Ability to work on own initiative; and
• Team player.

Desirable

• Previous experience in similar role
• Knowledge/experience within the construction industry

What's in it for you?

At McLaughlin and Harvey we offer a fantastic benefits package including the following:

• Flexible and Hybrid working
• Competitive salary
• 33 days annual leave entitlement
• Generous pension contributions
• Life Assurance

If this sounds like the role for you, please apply by clicking the apply button now!

McLaughlin & Harvey are an Equal Opportunities Employer