Junior Tendering Engineer

About the role

Working under the guidance of the Bid Manager, the Junior Tendering Engineer will support the preparation of detailed bid and tender submissions for large-scale Renewable energy and high voltage electrical infrastructure projects.

Responsibilities

• Support the Bid Manager in the production of project pricing and tender submissions for turnkey renewable energy and electricity substation projects.
• Work closely with bid, engineering, procurement and delivery teams to support the development of compliant and competitive tender submissions.
• Attend internal pre-tender meetings, capture key actions and ensure requirements are communicated to relevant stakeholders.
• Review customer tender documentation, specifications and drawings to identify scope requirements, risks, assumptions and commercial considerations.
• Prepare detailed Bills of Quantities (BoQs), quantity take-offs and cost models using Omexom’s Excel-based estimating tools.
• Review renewable energy project layouts, cable routing drawings, civil layouts and single line diagrams to understand project scope and cost impacts.
• Prepare Requests for Quotation (RFQs) to suppliers and subcontractors, including relevant specifications, drawings and scope requirements.
• Monitor RFQ issue and return dates, collate supplier quotations and maintain accurate records for tender evaluation purposes.
• Assist in the commercial and technical comparison of supplier and subcontractor quotations for inclusion within tender submissions.
• Support the development of project allowances, construction methodologies and resource plans for renewable energy and substation projects.
• Prepare tender assumptions, qualifications, exclusions and clarification registers.
• Contribute to tender risk and opportunity reviews and assist with the maintenance of project risk registers under the guidance of the Bid Manager.
• Identify value engineering opportunities to improve project competitiveness while maintaining compliance with customer requirements.
• Collect and maintain historical cost data, estimating norms and market pricing information to improve future tender accuracy.
• Monitor market trends, supply chain developments and material pricing that may influence project costs and delivery strategies.
• Attend post-tender meetings with customers and internal teams to support tender presentations, clarifications and value engineering discussions.
• Assist with tender revisions following customer and supplier feedback and support the completion of all tender documentation prior to submission deadlines.
• Prepare technical submission documents, methodology statements and responses to customer tender questionnaires covering technical, quality, health & safety, environmental and project delivery requirements.
• Accompany the Omexom team on site visits and project surveys to develop an understanding of project requirements, construction constraints and client expectations.
• Collate, maintain and back up tender documentation, pricing records and audit trails within Omexom systems.
• Attend project handovers for successful tenders and support the transfer of tender assumptions, risks, pricing information and key documentation to delivery teams.
• Maintain awareness of renewable energy technologies, grid connection requirements and relevant industry standards to support ongoing professional development.
• Develop an understanding of NEC, FIDIC and other forms of contract commonly used within the renewable energy and power sectors, with support from the Bid Manager and wider commercial team.

Key interfaces

• Bid Manager
• Regional Tendering team
• Project Managers
• Business Unit General Manager
• Omexom support functions
• Suppliers/Contractors
• Clients

Requirements

• Commercially focused self-starter with enthusiasm, motivation and initiative.
• Understanding of Microsoft Excel with demonstrable application.
• Excellent communication skills combined with analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience in an Estimating or similar commercial/sourcing role preferred.
• HV electrical or similar electrical industry experience preferred but not mandatory.
• Ability to work as part of a team and independently with guidance.
• Awareness of commercial terms and conditions (e.g., FIDIC and NEC) and their impact on project delivery preferred.
• Able to work to tight tender submission deadlines with supervision and under pressure.
• Logical and rational thinker.
• Keen to develop within proposal-based roles, taking on additional responsibilities with experience.
• Flexible role with limited travel to pre-tender and post-tender meetings throughout the UK.
• Ability to work closely and effectively with the Tendering Team and local project team to achieve challenging targets.
• Adaptability to succeed within a demanding business environment.
• Active role in personal development to increase knowledge of renewable energy technologies, electricity infrastructure, estimating processes, contract forms and industry standards.

Skills

• Strong team working and self-starting skills.
• Data analysis skills.
• Presentation skills (written and oral).
• Planning and organisational skills.
• Resource management skills.
• Flexibility and adaptability to change.

Values

• Team Spirit & Generosity: Able to work effectively within and contribute to the Omexom team to deliver results, provide support and drive performance.
• Trust and Empowerment: Enjoy managing responsibilities and time to ensure work is completed efficiently and professionally.
• Integrity and Responsibility: Take responsibility for duties and manage them effectively to ensure efficient, high-quality results.
• Innovation & Entrepreneurship: Continually strive to improve processes and introduce new initiatives to improve efficiency.