Construction - Proposals Engineer

Glanua; Loughrea; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Glanua is seeking a Proposals Engineer in Ireland to manage tender preparation, take-offs, RFQs, and supplier coordination. You will develop designs, Bills of Quantities and bid submissions, interfacing with Mechanical, Electrical, Civil and Structural teams to ensure compliant proposals.

The role requires a degree in engineering and at least five years of relevant experience, with strong MS Office skills and effective time management. Collaboration with clients is essential.

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical, Civil or Electrical Engineer.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in a similar role.
• Good time management.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).

Responsibilities

• Prepare Tender and Pre-qualification documents.
• Carry out detailed take offs of materials and equipment.
• Compile RFQs and ensure detailed responses from suppliers.
• Develop detailed designs and bills of quantities.
• Prepare submissions including bid writing and document review.
• Liaise between Mechanical, Electrical, Civil and Structural Designers.
• Prepare Method Statements and procurement following take-off.
• Assess RFQs and create supplier/sub-contractor comparisons.
• Liaise with Clients.

Skills

Time management

Communication

Administration

Analytical

Computer literacy

Education

Degree in Mechanical/Civil/Electrical Engineering

Level 7 Diploma/Ordinary Bachelor Degree

Tools

MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Job description

Map Share/Print

Application Details

In order to work in Ireland a non-EEA National, unless they are exempted, must hold a valid employment permit.Please review the Eligibility and requirements for an employment permit if you are unsure of your eligibility to apply for this vacancy.

Job Description

The main duties and responsibilities of the Proposals Engineer are outlined as follows:
Preparation of Tender and Pre-qualification documents to secure future work
Carrying out detailed take off of materials and equipment
Compiling RFQs (Request for Quotation) and ensuring a detailed response from suppliers
Developing detailed designs
Developing bills of quantities
Preparation of submissions including detailed bid writing and reviewing of documents prior to submission
Liaising between Mechanical & Electrical Designers and Civil & Structural Designers
Preparation of Method Statements
Liaising with suppliers and conducting Procurement following detailed take-off
Assessing received RFQs and creating comparative maps to aid in the selection of suppliers and sub-contractors
Liaising with Clients

Knowledge, Skills and Experience: The main knowledge, skills and experience required of the are outlined as follows:

Degree in Mechanical, Civil or Electrical Engineer
Minimum 5 years' experience on a similar role
Good time management
Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

• Sector: construction

Career Level

• Not Required

Candidate Requirements

Essential

• Minimum Experienced Required (Years): 5
• Minimum Qualification: Level 7 (incl Diploma & Ordinary Bachelor Degree)

Desirable

• Ability Skills: Administration, Analytical, Communications, Computer Literacy
• Competency Skills: Collaboration, Decision Making, Flexibility, Initiative