Estimator​/Tender Engineer

Position: Estimator / Tender Engineer (Permanent)
Location:

Didsbury area
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Hours:

Mon-Thurs 8:30am-5pm, Fridays 8:30am-4pm

Are you a skilled Estimator / Tendering Engineer, with a strong background in Building Services, Mechanical or Electrical engineering environments? Our client is a leading international power generation specialist delivering low-carbon, cost-effective energy and battery storage solutions looking to expand their team due to continuous growth.

With a global presence and a team of over 200 professionals, our client blends innovative technology, in-house manufacturing and strong customer-focused values—sustainability, flexibility, and integrity—to deliver reliable, tailored power solutions and exceptional after-sales support across public and industrial sectors.

This is an excellent time to join an established organisation with a promising future. If you want to develop your technical experience and contribute to their ongoing success, this role offers the ideal opportunity.

The Role

As an Estimator / Tendering Engineer, you will support sales activity by preparing high-quality, commercially sound tenders and proposals.

Aiming to turn sales leads into profitable projects, you will produce accurate, competitive bids and maintain a strong understanding of technical and commercial conditions.

You will review detailed engineering tender packages, evaluate project viability from both technical and practical perspectives, and carry out site visits to ensure rate accuracy and proposal relevance.

Additionally, you will:

Manage communication with clients
Prepare price estimates, budgetary proposals, and formal bid submissions
Interpret client specifications and identify deviations where necessary
Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations
About You

To be considered for this position, you will need:

To have a minimum of 2+ years’ experience within a similar role or relevant degree in mechanical/electrical engineering.

Experience with in Building Services, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering environments is advantageous.
Experienced in the successful technical management and development of projects.
Competent in Microsoft Office Packages and experience using CRM systems for tracking proposals
To have an understanding of building cost models and pricing strategies

Salary Package:

Competitive salary - £45,000-£50,000
25 days’ annual leave plus local statutory holidays
Enhanced holiday entitlement with length of service
Company pension scheme with attractive employer contribution
Company vehicle
Private healthcare
Life insurance

Career development opportunities