Job summary

Tendering Engineer to join our Major Projects team and manage tenders for large-scale electrical projects, including DNO contestable works, renewable energy, and 66kV-132kV projects.

Key skills required for this role

11lv - 132kv, NRSWA, COSHH, HASAWA, HV, Tendering, Estimating, ICP, Substations, CAD

Important

11lv - 132kv, NRSWA, COSHH, HASAWA, HV, Tendering, Estimating, ICP, Substations, CAD

Job description

Tendering Engineer (Major Projects)
Location: Wakefield
Salary: £70,000

Job Overview:
We are seeking a Tendering Engineer to join the Major Projects team. This role involves managing tenders for large-scale electrical projects, including DNO contestable works (11-33kV), renewable energy balance of plant works, and 66kV-132kV projects. You will be responsible for ensuring tenders are completed to time, budget, and in compliance with relevant standards and legislation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead tendering for multiple or major projects, ensuring alignment with standards and regulations.
• Oversee costing, quotations, and project timelines, managing critical dates effectively.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety standards (e.g., HASAWA, NRSWA, C.O.S.H.H.).
• Identify commercial opportunities and report to senior management.
• Produce front-end programmes using project management tools.
• Conduct post-project reviews to assess financial and delivery performance.
• Collaborate with Major Projects teams to ensure efficient project implementation.
• Foster strong relationships with clients and stakeholders, representing the company in meetings.
• Attend site surveys and ensure high standards of quality are maintained in all tendering work.
• Contribute to process improvements and ensure all work meets quality standards.

Key Requirements:

• Degree or equivalent qualification in an electrical-related subject (HNC, HND).
• Minimum 3 years' experience in ICP or Major Projects at 33kV.
• Experience using Microsoft Project and CAD for site layouts.
• Strong understanding of HV electrical projects, ICP sectors, and statutory requirements.
• Familiarity with health and safety practices, risk assessment, and industry regulations.
• Proven ability to manage commercial projects in a multi-divisional environment.

Desirable Skills:

• Experience in producing front-end programmes using project management tools.

Benefits:

• Career development with professional qualifications.
• Health & wellbeing benefits, including 24/7 virtual GP and counselling.
• Tax-efficient benefits (Cycle to Work, pension scheme).
• Employee discount scheme, social events, and volunteer opportunities.
• Life assurance, long service awards, and flexible working.

This is a great opportunity to join a dynamic team and contribute to the success of major electrical projects.