Proposal Engineer

G3 Systems is seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Proposal Engineer professional to join our team as a Technical Bid Specialist. In this role, you will play a crucial part in interpreting technical requirements and developing cost-effective design solutions. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to prepare comprehensive work structures, specifications, and proposals, ensuring alignment with regulatory standards and company processes. If you are passionate about delivering innovative technical solutions and have a knack for managing complex bids.

Key Requirements

Essential Criteria:

• Proven experience in interpreting technical requirements and developing cost-effective design solutions.
• Strong knowledge of Work Breakdown Structures (WBS) and Equipment Breakdown Structures (EBS).
• Experience in preparing Scopes of Work, Procurement Specifications, and Program Plans.
• Familiarity with supplier selection processes and regulatory approvals.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to liaise effectively with customers and subcontractors.
• Experience in producing complex technical bids and proposals.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to estimate effort and materials required for projects.
• Proficiency in presenting technical solutions to stakeholders and customer selection teams.

Desirable Criteria:

• Experience in sales and marketing support within a technical environment.
• Familiarity with the commercial aspects of bid proposals and supply chain functions.
• Previous involvement in Bid Review meetings or similar processes.
• Understanding of Capture Plans and strategic business development.
• Relevant qualifications in engineering, project management, or a related field.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Experience working in a similar industry or sector.

Responsibilities

The successful candidate will:

• Technical Interpretation: Analyse technical requirements to create cost-effective design solutions that meet project goals.
• Documentation Preparation: Develop Work Breakdown Structures, Equipment Breakdown Structures, Scopes of Work, Procurement Specifications, and Program Plans to facilitate project management.
• Supplier Assessment: Evaluate and engage with potential suppliers and subcontractors, ensuring alignment with project needs.
• Technical Interpretation: Analyse technical requirements to create cost-effective design solutions that meet project goals.
• Documentation Preparation: Develop Work Breakdown Structures, Equipment Breakdown Structures, Scopes of Work, Procurement Specifications, and Program Plans to facilitate project management.
• Supplier Assessment: Evaluate and engage with potential suppliers and subcontractors, ensuring alignment with project needs.
• Supplier Selection Support: Assist in the supplier selection process by working with quality and supply chain personnel, ensuring compliance with regulatory approvals and company processes.
• Collaboration with Commercial Functions: Work closely with the Commercial and Supply Chain teams to address relevant aspects in bid proposals.
• Effort and Material Estimation: Accurately estimate the resources required for various tasks and programs, contributing to project planning and budgeting.
• Technical Bids Production: Collaborate with bid or project teams to produce comprehensive technical bids and proposals for clients.
• Sales and Marketing Support: Manage the timely preparation and provision of technical information needed for business proposals and customer quotations.
• Customer Liaison: Communicate with customers’ technical and commercial personnel, participating in Bid Review meetings to ensure clarity and understanding.
• Presentation Skills: Effectively present the technical aspects of bids to customer selection teams, showcasing the value of proposed solutions.
• Capture Plan Development: Take initiative in developing Capture Plans that outline strategies and approaches for securing new business opportunities in the future.

Location:

Primarily on-site at Osprey Quay, Portland, Dorset, UK, with hybrid working opportunities and required overseas travel as necessary

Essential Qualifications required:

• Degree or HND level qualification in engineering discipline.

Desirable Qualifications required :

• BSc (Hons) in Construction Management or Construction Project Management
• Batchelor of Engineering
• Civil Engineering BEng (Hons)
• Civil Engineering MEng (Hons)

Skills / Experience Required:

• A broad engineering background, ideally spanning electrical & mechanical disciplines, including Design, Specification, Installation, Test and Commissioning.
• Civil Engineering Services Experience – with specific expertise in one or more disciplines from Construction, Electrical, Safety, HVAC, Water & Waste Systems.
• Experience of containerised systems desired, but not essential
• Ability to collate, prepare and present well structured, coherent written specifications and technical documentation. Previous experience in producing Technical Proposals & Bids sought.
• Ability to use appropriate design packages including AutoCAD and AutoDesk Inventor
• Competent User of Microsoft Office packages, in particular Word, Excel

Remuneration & Benefits:

• Salary starting from £45,000 per annum (based on experience)
• 37.5 hours per week
• 25 days annual leave
• Private Medical Cover
• Life Cover (3.5x salary)
• Pension Plan
• Work related UK and international travel, accommodation, and subsistence expenses are fully reimbursed in accordance with company policy
• Plus various salary sacrifice schemes and other life wellbeing platforms (i.e. YuLife, electric vehicle and electric bike schemes)