Position: Tendering Specialist.
Location: Birmingham (Hybrid Working).
Benefits: Competitive Salary, Bonus, and UK Standard Benefits.

Profile:
We are currently searching for a proactive and detail-oriented Tendering Specialist to join the Grid Connection Service Team. This role provides hybrid working arrangements, with the office located in Birmingham. This role is pivotal in support the tendering processes for complex energy infrastructure projects across not only the UK but globally.
Responsible for managing end-to-end processes from initial enquiry to final submission. Each proposal must be technically robust, commercially sound and align with customer expectations. You will be working closely with cross-functional teams including Engineering, Project Management, Procurement and Legal, internal stakeholder management is vital as much as external to ensure the bids and tenders are complex, detailed and reflect the organisation's value proposition.
This would be a fast-paced opportunity blending commercial acumen, technical understanding and project coordination. It is vital to stay up to date with market trends, customer needs and regulatory developments which contribute to strategic bid decisions and organisational continuous improvement initiatives.
Roles & Responsibilities:
Formulate competitive bids/estimates/quotations, considering the best available product mix and appropriate technical and commercial considerations for each situation. Ensure tenders are well-documented in a timely manner with full and accurate costs.
Manage the preparation of all technical aspects (e.g., defining suitable technology and product types), financial aspects (e.g., total price sheet, cash flow analysis), and project management aspects (e.g., quantifying hours of engineering and commissioning) of bids/estimates/quotations.
Ensure inputs for editing activities are provided on time and according to established quality procedures, in line with bid/estimate/quotation planning. Manage external services to support bid/estimation preparation, such as translations and governmental approvals.
Collect and archive documentation regarding offers/orders and record assumptions and decisions made during the development process. Regularly report the status of bids/estimates/quotations using defined tools and analyse reasons for tender outcomes.
Identify potential risks in bids, quotations, and estimates, as well as related contract agreements. Provide information or participate in the Risk Review process according to company policies.
Collect and collate all necessary information to prepare proposals, including technical and cost elements.
Establish and maintain effective customer relationships to understand their needs and ensure a positive customer experience throughout the sales process. Provide necessary technical support to Sales Managers during customer meetings.
Identify potential vendors for equipment and materials required for the project and technically evaluate supplier offers to ensure they match specifications. Collaborate with Supply Chain Management to coordinate requests to subcontractors.Ideal Background:
Proven experience in formulating competitive bids, estimates, and quotations.
Strong technical knowledge in defining suitable technology and product types.
Ability to review commercial documentation.
Expertise in managing financial aspects, including total price sheets and cash flow analysis.
Experience in project management, quantifying hours of engineering and commissioning.
Ability to coordinate bid/estimate/quotation processes, ensuring timely and quality inputs.
Proficiency in documentation, status reporting, and analysing tender outcomes.
Skilled in risk identification and management, following company policies.
Ability to collect and collate technical and cost information for proposal preparation.
Strong customer relationship management skills and technical support abilities.
Experience in supplier selection and evaluation, and collaboration with Supply Chain Management.The Company:
NES Fircroft are currently working on behalf of a global power technology business which have a presence in almost 100 countries. Leading innovation for over a century, they partake in offering products, solutions and services within the energy industry. Helping their customers, improve efficiency, optimize resources, and reduce emissions.

With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients