Tendering Engineer

Seas Geosciences; Bristol; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Bristol seeks a highly skilled Tendering Engineer for a pivotal role in securing new business opportunities. You will manage the tendering process, develop competitive proposals, and collaborate with various stakeholders to ensure high-quality submissions. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and 3-5 years of experience in the offshore engineering or construction industry, with strong communication skills and a detail-oriented approach.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in tendering, proposals, or similar role within the offshore engineering or construction industry.
• Strong understanding of technical specifications, project management, and commercial terms.
• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational and time-management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage the complete tendering process, including prequalification, preparation, submission, and post‑tender clarifications.
• Develop competitive and comprehensive technical and commercial proposals.
• Ensure all submissions meet company standards and client specifications.

Skills

Tender management

Technical proposal development

Stakeholder collaboration

Risk mitigation

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Geotechnical/Civil Engineering, Geology, Geophysics

Tools

Tendering software

CRMs

MS Office

Data analysis tools

Job description

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Tendering Engineer to join our team in an exciting, impactful role.

This is a unique opportunity for a technical professional with a flair for strategy and detail, eager to play a pivotal role in securing new business opportunities.

You’ll be responsible for developing and managing tenders and proposals, working closely with cross‑functional teams to ensure competitive, high‑quality submissions.

Responsibilities

Tender Management

• Manage the complete tendering process, including prequalification, preparation, submission, and post‑tender clarifications.
• Manage the registration of online client proposal portals.
• Analyse tender documents to understand project scope, technical requirements, and commercial terms.
• Coordinate with internal teams to collect necessary inputs and ensure timely tender submission.

Proposal Development

• Develop competitive and comprehensive technical and commercial proposals.
• Liaise with engineering, procurement, and operations teams to prepare accurate cost estimates and delivery schedules.
• Identify and mitigate risks associated with tenders.

Stakeholder Collaboration

• Collaborate with clients to clarify technical and commercial requirements.
• Foster relationships with suppliers and subcontractors to obtain competitive quotes and ensure compliance with project specifications.
• Work closely with the business development team to align tender strategies with market opportunities.

Compliance and Documentation

• Ensure all submissions meet company standards and client specifications.
• Maintain records of all tender documents, proposals, and correspondence for future reference.
• Stay updated on industry regulations, standards, and best practices.

Continuous Improvement

• Analyse tender outcomes and identify areas for improvement in future submissions.
• Contribute to the development of standardized templates and processes to enhance efficiency.
• Monitor market trends to identify opportunities for innovation and competitive advantage.

Business Events

• Attend and exhibit at industry relevant events and conferences, both in the UK and overseas.

Business and Operational Involvement

While the main responsibilities and day‑to‑day tasks will be focused on the tendering, there is also the opportunity to be involved in the wider operations of the business, for example assisting with in‑field operations both remotely and in person offshore, assisting with mobilisation and demobilisation activities, and input into equipment development and planning.

Experience and qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Geotechnical/Civil Engineering, Geology, Geophysics, or a related field.

3-5 years of experience in tendering, proposals, or a similar role within the offshore engineering or construction industry.

Strong understanding of technical specifications, project management, and commercial terms.

Proficiency in tendering software, CRMs, MS Office, and data analysis tools.

Exceptional communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.

Detail‑oriented with excellent organizational and time‑management abilities.