// Trainee Bid Coordinator
Solihull
Company Profile
CPW is a privately owned multi-disciplinary consulting engineering practice, providing mechanical & electrical services to a wide range of clients and market sectors.
Trainee Bid Coordinator
We have an exciting opportunity for a Trainee Bid Coordinator to join us at our Solihull HQ (with opportunities to collaborate across our regional offices).
If you are highly organised, detail-oriented, and motivated by working collaboratively in a fast-paced environment to deliver high-quality submissions, we’d love to hear from you.
This is a permanent full-time position, working 36.25 hours per week under our agile working framework.
About Us
We are passionate and experienced mechanical, electrical and low-carbon engineers who enjoy bringing buildings to life in ways that are better for the world. We’re a friendly team intent on bringing sustainability to the building services industry through design.
We relish working collaboratively with our clients to solve their biggest problems. Our clients span a wide range of sectors, including: healthcare, education, residential, commercial, industrial, pharmaceutical, zero carbon and public sector. Through the application of research-led design, innovation, and sustainable methodologies we can create tailored solutions that meet the needs of our clients, whilst also being positive for the environment and delivering on net-zero carbon.
Our people are the beating heart of our organisation. With over 240 staff across 12 office locations, we run an international operation spanning the UK, Poland and India.
Our business is a family, where each person plays an important role in the day-to-day operation which contribute to its success. As such, staff well-being is our top priority. We are invested in our people; we strive to ensure that each member of our staff is fulfilled to be the best they can be. Ultimately, our people are our power.
Key Responsibilities
As a Trainee Bid Coordinator, you will play a key role in supporting the planning, coordination, and delivery of high-quality bid submissions. You will work closely with the wider bid and marketing team, supporting multiple submissions while learning best practice bid management processes.
You should be well organised, proactive, and comfortable managing deadlines in a dynamic environment.
Bid Coordination
Supporting the coordination and delivery of bid submissions from initial enquiry through to final submission
Assisting with the preparation of bid documentation, including formatting, proofreading, and ensuring consistency
Collating information from internal stakeholders to support bid responses
Managing bid timelines and supporting progress tracking against key milestones
Assisting with drafting, editing, and reviewing written bid content where appropriate
Ensuring submissions comply with client requirements and internal quality standards
Supporting and attending bid meetings, including taking notes and tracking actions
Assisting with post-submission activities, including capturing feedback and lessons learned
Content & Bid Library Management
Supporting the development and maintenance of the bid library, ensuring content is up to date and accessible
Assisting with the review and improvement of standard tender responses
Maintaining CV and case study libraries for bid use
Supporting the production and updating of case studies for both bid and marketing purposes
General Support
Providing administrative and coordination support to Senior Bid Coordinators and the Head of Bids
Assisting with document control, filing, and maintaining organised bid records
Occasional travel to regional offices to support bid activities
Your Experience & Qualifications
We are looking for someone keen to develop a career in bid coordination, marketing, or business development. Previous bid experience is not essential; training and mentoring will be provided.
Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail
Good written and verbal communication skills
Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively
Confidence working collaboratively with a range of stakeholders
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
A proactive approach with a willingness to learn and develop new skills
Experience in an administrative, coordination, or professional office environment would be beneficial
What We Offer
We are invested in our people and offer a competitive benefits package to all employees, including:
Excellent growth and career development opportunities
A forward-thinking, agile approach to working
Competitive pay and enhanced sickness, maternity, and paternity pay schemes
Generous annual leave entitlement with the opportunity to buy and sell leave
Recruitment referral bonus scheme
Cycle to work scheme
Electric vehicle scheme
Eye care vouchers
Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
Full allowance for team-building activities
Social and charitable giving is at the heart of CPW. You will have opportunities to engage in meaningful charity initiatives, client events, and local education programmes that help protect the future of our industry, communities, and environment.
Building an Inclusive Work Environment
We recognise our industry is underrepresented in terms of diversity and we are actively working to change this at CPW.
CPW is a place where we want all staff to feel safe, supported, and heard. Our mission is to create a truly inclusive environment where everyone feels a sense of belonging and can reach their full potential.
We are committed to making all stages of our recruitment process accessible. Please let us know if you need any assistance or reasonable adjustments during your application. We welcome open conversations about flexible working arrangements to suit individual circumstances.
Interested? Send your CV to recruitment@cpwp.com, we would love to hear from you!