Estimating Bid Lead (M&E)

Your new company
A well-established and growing M&E contractor delivering high-quality mechanical and electrical solutions across the UK and Ireland. The business has a strong reputation within the commercial and education sectors, with a consistent pipeline of work and a focus on delivering complex, large-scale projects. Known for investing in their people, they offer a collaborative environment with clear opportunities for progression.

Your new role
Lead and manage the end-to-end tendering process, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, competitive, and fully compliant bids. You'll take ownership from initial enquiry through to tender submission, negotiation, and contract award.

Review tender documentation to identify scope, risks, opportunities, and compliance requirements
Carry out initial bid assessments, defining strategy, programme, and resource requirements
Manage and raise technical, commercial, and contractual queries with clients
Lead and coordinate internal teams to deliver submissions to deadline
Prepare and submit high-quality, competitive, and compliant tender returns
Ensure all documentation meets internal standards and governance processes
Represent the business in client meetings, presentations, and tender negotiations
Contribute to tender adjudications, providing commercial input and recommendations
Monitor bid progress and address risks impacting programme or quality
Provide regular updates to senior management on live tenders
Drive continuous improvement across bid and estimating processesWhat you'll need to succeed

Minimum 5 years' experience in estimating, bid management, or pre-construction within the M&E sector
Strong knowledge of mechanical and electrical building services
Proven track record delivering tenders from enquiry through to award
Ability to interpret drawings, specifications, and contract documentation
Strong commercial awareness including pricing, risk, and value engineering
Proficient in Microsoft Office and estimating / bid softwareWhat you'll get in return
This is a great opportunity to join a growing, well-regarded M&E contractor with a strong pipeline of large-scale projects across the UK and Ireland. You'll play a key role in leading major bids, working within a supportive team, with clear progression and ongoing investment in your development.

Competitive salary package
32 days annual leave, increasing with service
Health cash plan (dental & optical)
Enhanced maternity & paternity leave
Additional annual leave with service
Ongoing training & development
Employee recognition schemeWhat you need to do now
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