Electus Recruitment Solutions

Proposal Engineer Job Description: Our client is seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Proposal Engineer professional to join their 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. 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. 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. Overview Position - Proposal Engineer - Permanent Location - Portland, Weymouth Salary - £45k Scopes of Work, SOW, Proposals, Bid Reviews, Electrical, Mechanical, Civil Engineering, Construction, Safety, HVAC, Water, Waste Systems. Only apply for this role if you currently hold the specific Government Security Clearance or are eligible for Government Security Clearance.Due to the nature of work undertaken at our client's site, incumbents of these positions are required to meet special nationality rules and therefore these vacancies are only open to sole British Citizens. Applicants who meet this criteria will also be required to undergo security clearance vetting, if not already security cleared to a minimum SC level.Electus Recruitment Solutions provides specialist engineering and technical recruitment solutions to a number of high technology industries. We thank you for your interest in this vacancy. If you don't hear from us within 7 working days please presume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. You are of course free to resubmit your CV/details in the future and we shall assess your suitability at that time. This is a Permanent Role

Construction Capture Manager Job Description: Our client is seeking an experienced Construction Capture professional to strengthen and expand their construction portfolio. This pivotal role will be responsible for identifying and developing new opportunities, leading bid strategies, and creating winning concepts of operation in line with departmental objectives. The successful candidate will: Lead the capture of all construction operations bids and drive organic growth within existing projects. Apply a strong background in the NEC Engineering and Construction Contract (NEC3/4) frameworks to shape bids and manage Client engagement. Build and maintain strong Client relationships to maximise future business opportunities. Contribute directly to the identification, development, and capture of new construction projects in both the UK and international markets. Key Requirements: Proven track record in construction capture, business development, or bid management. In-depth knowledge and experience with NEC3/4 contracts. Strong Client relationship management and communication skills. Ability to work across diverse teams and deliver innovative, competitive solutions. Eligible to obtain and maintain the required security clearance for restricted national and international sites. Tasks and Duties will include: Task Descriptions: Instrumental in capturing new business for the Company by creating winning bids. Manage the requirements for the capture of new business opportunities: Develop bid strategies and concepts of operation Manage the full bid process including work breakdown structure and technical solution development Production of bid proposals & associated plans Manage the relationship with the client to include ensuring clear lines of communications are established and that their requirements are fully understood Lead the Cost Estimation & Pricing processes in conjunction with Senior Manager EP&P Bid review and general bid team management. Ensure that the final bid submissions meet the highest quality standards. Manage liaison with the Design & Engineering team during the bid lifecycle to coordinate inputs to the technical bid solution. Support the sub-contractor and supplier selection process, in conjunction with Quality, Technical & Supply Chain personnel. Liaison with the Supply Chain Manager to identify suppliers/sub-contractors and help produce the associated scopes of work in support of bids. Liaison with the Commercial Manager to produce the commercial aspects of the proposals. Support Marketing and Business Development by managing the preparation and supply of technical information. Represent the company to existing customers and potential new clients, including presentation of company & programme capabilities and bid solutions to customer assessment teams. Compliance with Company Business Operating Procedures and development of new processes and procedures to meet the business objectives. Attendance at Gate Reviews and other related proposal reviews as required. Responsible for the handover of complete bid packages to Operations following successful bid awards. Responsible for the provision of accurate bid status & tracking information to maintain the Systems New Business Opportunities dataset. Maintain communications and liaison with Operations, HR, Supply Chain, Finance, Commercial, Design & Engineering and QHSE departments/functions. Responsibility for the management of archived information relating to all previous bid activity that requires retention, in accordance with the Company's Records Retention Business Process. Ability to travel Overseas essential. Requirement to Assist with live projects where the need arises. Overview: Position - Construction Capture Manager - Permanent Salary - £60k Location - Portland, Weymouth. Only apply for this role if you currently hold the specific Government Security Clearance or are eligible for Government Security Clearance.Due to the nature of work undertaken at our client's site, incumbents of these positions are required to meet special nationality rules and therefore these vacancies are only open to sole British Citizens. Applicants who meet this criteria will also be required to undergo security clearance vetting, if not already security cleared to a minimum SC level.Electus Recruitment Solutions provides specialist engineering and technical recruitment solutions to a number of high technology industries. We thank you for your interest in this vacancy. If you don't hear from us within 7 working days please presume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. You are of course free to resubmit your CV/details in the future and we shall assess your suitability at that time. This is a Permanent Role

Project Planner This opportunity is for an experienced Project Planner to play a key role in shaping delivery. The role will suit individuals who enjoy working with complex schedules, applying analytical skills and ensuring programme information is both accurate and actionable. Please note, this role is only open to sole British citizens. Technical scope The role involves: Building and maintaining integrated schedules across varied workstreams Testing schedule quality and highlighting risks or inconsistencies to project leadership Supporting baseline planning activities and applying recognised planning principles Assessing forecasts and costs to go, contributing to reliable EAC reviews Applying critical path and schedule risk analysis to inform decision making Supporting new bids and proposals with sound planning input Methods and tools Successful candidates are expected to demonstrate capability in: Structuring projects using WBS, CBS and OBS frameworks Producing and interpreting project performance data covering schedule, resource and cost Using planning and controls software such as Primavera P6, ARM, SAP or Oracle tools Applying change control and baseline management techniques Experience with earned value management, resource-loaded schedules or risk and opportunity analysis will be an advantage. Working environment This organisation is recognised for strong staff retention and investment in career development. You will have access to training, clear progression opportunities and a collaborative environment. The package includes a salary of £50,000-70,000 depending on experience, annual bonuses, overtime options, a strong pension scheme and flexible hybrid working arrangements. Location Bristol, hybrid working. Nationality and security Due to the nature of work at our client's site, these vacancies are only open to sole British Citizens who can obtain relevant security clearance.This is a permanent role.Electus Recruitment Solutions provides specialist engineering and technical recruitment solutions to a number of high technology industries. We thank you for your interest in this vacancy. If you do not hear from us within seven working days, please presume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. You are free to resubmit your CV or details in the future and we shall assess your suitability then.