Apprentice Bid Coordinator

An entry-level apprenticeship role supporting the bid team with organising, managing, and coordinating tender submissions, while gaining hands-on experience and working towards a Level 3 qualification in construction pre-construction processes.

Summary

Caddick Construction is a family-owned business renowned for quality, integrity and innovation in the construction sector. We are seeking an Apprentice Bid Co-ordinator to join our Pre-Construction team in Wakefield.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to start a career within the construction industry. The Apprentice Bid Co-ordinator will support the Bid Team in the management, coordination and administration of tender submissions. The role will involve assisting with organising documentation, maintaining records and supporting the preparation of competitive tender submissions that help secure new work for the business.

Working closely with colleagues across Business Development, Pre-Construction and Operational teams, you will gain valuable experience and develop the skills required to support the full bid process while working towards a recognised apprenticeship qualification. You will also be studying to complete the Bid and Proposals Coordinator Apprenticeship - Level 3.

What You’ll Do

• The Apprentice Bid Co-ordinator will support the Bid Team in the management, coordination and administration of tender submissions.

• Create tender numbers in the database and maintaining accurate records while producing and distributing bid team organisational charts. You will establish folder structures, upload tender documents, manage addendums and respond to tender queries.

• Organise bid launches, weekly tender reviews and settlement meetings while preparing site visit forms for lead submission and ensuring completed forms are filed appropriately.

• Supporting the management of Salesforce records

• You will assist with end-of-bid audits by reviewing project folders against the bid tracker to confirm all relevant documents are present and following up with team members where documentation is missing.

• Document control will also form part of the role, ensuring all bid documentation adheres to company naming conventions and that templates within project folders are correctly named and organised at the start of each bid.

What We’re Looking For

Skills and Experience

• Strong organisational and administrative skills with a high level of attention to detail are essential.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office including Word, Excel and Outlook, with experience of SharePoint being advantageous.

• The successful candidate will have the ability to work methodically under pressure and meet strict deadlines while maintaining accuracy.

• Good communication skills are important in order to liaise effectively with team members and clients across the business.

Personal Attributes

• We are looking for someone who is proactive, reliable and eager to learn in a fast-paced construction environment.

• demonstrate a positive attitude, a willingness to develop new skills and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

What we Offer

• The opportunity to earn while you learn, gaining valuable on-site experience while completing a recognised apprenticeship qualification.

• Structured training and mentoring from experienced construction professionals.

• Exposure to live construction projects, developing practical skills across engineering, site management and commercial disciplines.

• A clear career pathway within Caddick Construction, with opportunities to progress into graduate and management roles.

A supportive team environment within a well-established and growing construction business