This is a senior position where you will take ownership of technically and commercially robust quotations for service, repairs, refurbishment, retrofit and aftermarket projects, while supporting the development of junior members of the tendering team.
The Role
You will manage the full tendering process from initial enquiry through to quotation submission and project handover, ensuring customers receive accurate, competitive and profitable proposals.
Working closely with customers, sales teams, engineering, field service and operational teams, you will develop technical solutions that meet customer requirements while supporting business growth.
This is a varied role where no two enquiries are the same, offering the opportunity to work on planned maintenance, emergency repairs, refurbishment projects and lifecycle asset management solutions across the water and wastewater industry.
What You'll Be Doing
Managing enquiries from qualification through to quotation and contract handover
Preparing technical and commercial proposals for repairs, refurbishment, retrofit and field service work
Reviewing customer specifications, contracts and scopes of work
Producing accurate cost models, pricing strategies and commercial quotations
Working closely with engineering, workshop and field service teams to develop technical solutions
Supporting customer meetings, site visits and technical discussions
Identifying commercial risks and opportunities within each tender
Promoting lifecycle management services and aftermarket opportunities
Supporting forecasting activities and reporting on tender pipelines
Mentoring Tendering Engineers and providing guidance on complex opportunities
Driving continuous improvement across tendering processes and proposal quality
What We're Looking For
Previous experience preparing technical and commercial quotations
Strong knowledge of pumps, motors, rotating equipment or industrial mechanical equipment
Experience with service, repair, refurbishment, retrofit or aftermarket engineering solutions
Understanding of field service operations, maintenance activities and shutdown planning
Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications and customer requirements
Strong commercial awareness with experience identifying and managing risk
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Confident working across engineering, operations and commercial teams
Experience within an OEM or industrial service environment would be advantageous
MEICA knowledge would be beneficial
What's on Offer
Salary of £50,000 to £65,000 depending on experience
Annual bonus
Company car
Hybrid working
33 days holiday including bank holidays
Varied and technically challenging projects
Career development within a growing service and aftermarket business
Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.
In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included
Salary description
£50000.00 - £65000.00 per year