Proposals Engineer

Veolia Group; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in water treatment is seeking a Proposals Engineer in Birmingham. The role involves producing proposals and cost plans, engaging with customers and suppliers, and contributing to environmental solutions. The position offers a competitive salary, hybrid working, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Company vehicle or cash allowance

Bespoke training plan

Enhanced pension scheme

Private medical insurance options

Qualifications

• Keen to provide environmental solutions.
• Confident working on cost plans.
• Able to work collaboratively with others.

Responsibilities

• Own the proposal and costing documents.
• Engage with the supply chain for quotes.
• Work with the Sales Lead to meet customer needs.

Skills

Environmental solutions

Cost planning

Team collaboration

Job description

Veolia Water Technologies, the world leader in water treatment. Veolia Water Technologies provide complete solutions for water treatment. Innovating in key areas such as sustainable development, resource and by-product recovery, our differentiating water treatment processes enable us to offer solutions suited to every application. We are experts in water.

Location: Based in our office in Birmingham / Hybrid Working

Position Type: Permanent, Full-time, 37 hours a week

Benefits: 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (and your birthday off!), Company vehicle / Cash Allowance + much more!

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Are you looking for a new challenge - one where you will make a real difference to the environment and be involved in water treatment for the biggest Global Technology provider selling the very best solutions to the UK market?

You will be part of the pre-construction team as a Proposals Engineer ensuring our customers get the very best solutions utilising our experience from around the World.

Veolia Water Technologies is a world leader in water treatment. Globally Veolia Water Technologies is a 1.5Bn Euro Company, therefore our scale of innovation allows us to provide leading solutions for water treatment to both Municipal and Industrial customers. Being part of a much larger Group also allows Global career opportunities that few can match.

A dynamic role working with like-minded individuals working alongside experts in their field both within the UK and internationally. A team culture where we work together to our strengths to win together.

You will be challenged to produce excellent proposals and accurate cost plans, but supported throughout.

You will work with your line manager to produce a bespoke training programme to ensure that you are best equipped and confident to carry out the role and progress.

Your Role

You will own the proposal document and costing document, and lead the internal coordination to bring in members of the team to contribute

Engage with and build relationships with our supply chain to request quotes and understand what is being offered

Work along the allocated Sales Lead to ensure that your work meets the customers needs

You will need to be happy to have multiple proposals running simultaneously

Engage with our Veolia colleagues across the World to bring best practice and expertise into your proposal

Attend site visits with the Sales Lead to discuss our solutions being proposed

Ensure accuracy and customer focus is at the centre of everything you do

Your Package

Competitive Salary + Company Car (or car allowance)

25 days annual leave + UK Bank Holidays and your birthday off!

Positioned in modern busy office in Birmingham Business Park with an allocated parking space

Hybrid and flexible working available

Full bespoke training plan and first class benefits package including ability to purchase annual leave

The Ideal Candidate

Someone who;

Keen to provide environmental solutions

Is keen to learn new water treatment technologies

Is confident working on cost plans

Can work with people and who understands that our success relies on working together

Is within commuting distance of our office (B37 7YL)

Driven to win

Wants to work in a position that will make a real improvement to the environment

What’s next?

If you feel this role is suited for you, click on the “Apply” button. The Recruitment team will review your application as soon as possible and if your experience and skills match closely with what we are looking for, we will be in touch to discuss the next steps.

Employee Benefits Package

We offer a comprehensive benefits package to support your well-being, work-life balance, and long-term security. You’ll enjoy 25 days of annual leave to recharge, plus birthday leave to celebrate your special day, while our enhanced pension scheme ensures a strong foundation for your future.

We are partnered with a great benefits provider to offer you exclusive discounts and recognition programs. Maintain your eye health and stay protected with our eye care and flu vouchers. Take advantage of our wellbeing services, including 24/7 access to virtual GP consultations, and refer a friend to be in with a chance of being rewarded for helping us grow our teams with talented individuals.

That's not all… you also have the option to enrol in a range of flexible benefits, including BUPA Private Medical Insurance, Buy / Sell Annual Leave, Group Income Protection, Dental and Travel Insurance. You can also opt for Group Life Assurance and Critical Illness cover for both you and your partner, for added peace of mind. And lastly you can take advantage of Personal Computer, Car Leasing and Cycle to Work Schemes to further enhance your lifestyle.

Diversity & Inclusion

At Veolia Water Technologies UK, we’re proud to be known as an equal opportunities employer. We acknowledge that supporting diversity and engagement is not only the right thing to do, but also the right thing for our business. We know how important it is to be fully committed to building and maintaining a diverse and inclusive place to work for every one of our colleagues. This commitment is embedded into our values and beliefs that our business is at its best when we embrace the full spectrum of humanity, regardless of what we look like, where we come from or who we love. So no matter their age, gender, gender expression, disability, race, ethnicity, religion, belief, sexuality or veteran status, every applicant who meets the minimum requirements will be considered fully.

Here at Veolia Water Technologies, we know that some applicants don't apply unless they think they tick all the boxes - but we are saying don't worry! We would much rather see your application than risk missing out on your potential! We know our strength comes from our differences and shared life experiences so we are committed to offering a safe work environment, where individuals are respected. We’re proud to be known as an equal opportunities employer, so no matter their age, gender, gender expression, disability, race, ethnicity, religion, belief, sexuality, or veteran status, every applicant who meets the minimum requirements will be considered fully.

Veolia Water Technologies , the world leader in water treatment. Veolia Water Technologies provide complete solutions for water treatment. Innovating in key areas such as sustainable development, resource and by-product recovery, our differentiating water treatment processes enable us to offer solutions suited to every application. We are experts in water.