Proposals Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Reading; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer of intelligent fluid flow systems is seeking a highly skilled Proposals Engineer. This role involves developing competitive proposals and cost estimates while ensuring compliance with client specifications. The ideal candidate will be HNC qualified with relevant experience in estimating and strong communication skills. Attractive salary and opportunities for growth in a collaborative work environment.

Benefits

Full induction

Development and progression

Company mobile

Company laptop

Qualifications

• HNC qualified in Building Services Engineering or similar.
• Minimum of 3 years in roles involving estimating and proposals.
• Experience with UK-specific contract and tendering processes.

Responsibilities

• Analyse client specifications to understand project scope.
• Produce structured proposals tailored to client requirements.
• Build detailed cost estimates factoring in various inputs.

Skills

Communication

Stakeholder Liaison

Analytical Skills

Education

HNC in Building Services Engineering

Tools

CAD

AutoCAD

Job description

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• Join a Leading manufacturer of intelligent fluid flow systems
• Endless opportunities to travel across the UK & Europe
• Great workplace culture

About the Company:

We're partnered with a market leader offering fluid-flow solutions for HVAC systems both in the UK & globally. Their products aim to improve both energy performance and sustainability in building systems & are renowned for their quality.

Joining their dynamic proposals team based South of Birmingham, my client is looking for a highly skilled Proposals Engineer to develop accurate, customer-focused, competitive proposals that position our client as a solution to enquiries for packaged plantroom solutions (including associated off-site systems).

Key Responsibilities:

· Interpret Technical Requirements - Carefully analyse client specifications, drawings, and documentation to fully understand the technical and commercial scope of a project.

· Create Accurate and Competitive Proposals - Produce well-structured proposals that include pricing, design details, and technical justifications-tailored to meet the client's requirements and the company's capabilities.

· Estimate Project Costs - Build detailed cost estimates, factoring in materials, labour, manufacturing, and third-party inputs-while identifying cost-effective alternatives where appropriate.

· Coordinate with Internal Teams - Work closely with engineering, procurement, and production departments to gather input needed for proposals and ensure technical feasibility.

· Engage with Clients - Serve as the main point of contact during the proposal phase, handling technical questions, attending meetings, and supporting negotiations where needed.

· Ensure Proposal Quality and Timeliness - Meet internal quality benchmarks and deadlines by managing proposal documentation, maintaining records, and ensuring compliance with relevant standards and regulations.

Requirements:

· Must be HNC qualified in Building Services Engineering, or similar.

· At least 3 years' experience in a similar role with estimating, proposals and pricing responsibilities. Building Services estimating experience is a nice-to-have.

· Proficiency in the use of CAD/AUTOCAD for both costing purposes & spatial design.

· Strong knowledge of UK-specific contract & tendering processes.

· Strong communicational skills, concise reporting skills & ability to liaise with stakeholders.

Package:

· Up to £52,000 salary

· Full induction

· Development and progression

· Company mobile

· Company laptop

Stratford upon-avon, Birmingham, Bromsgrove, Worcester, Kidderminster, Redditch