Proposals Engineer

Role Purpose

We are currently recruiting a Proposals Engineer whose main purpose will be to review tender documentation including drawings, schedules and specifications to prepare estimates in line with client requirements, based from our Midsomer Norton or Maidstone office.

At Bridges We Are More Than Engineers

We are listed on the Sunday Times Top 100 Places to Work 2024.

As a team, we shape and support engineering and construction for our clients who in turn touch the daily lives of millions of people across the UK. We have a large diverse team of talented Safe & Happy People, combining their strengths and ambition to bring innovation and evolution which ensures sustainability for all stakeholders.

Across our key sectors – Water, Power, Energy and Aggregates – and supported through our regional office network and manufacturing hub in the heart of Somerset, which forms part of our 60,000 ft head office complex, we deliver diverse and interesting projects and programmes throughout UK infrastructure.

Our projects range in value from £5k to £15m, taking the role of Principal Contractor and Principal Designer on various schemes and supporting our valued Tier 1 contractor clients in a subcontractor and off‑site manufacturing capacity.

The Role

This is a full‑time opportunity working Monday‑Friday, 40 hrs a week.

We offer hybrid working; you would be willing to regularly report to either our Maidstone or Midsomer Norton offices, with an expectation for site and client visits as part of this role.

• Visit sites to undertake tender surveys
• Liase with clients, suppliers and the project delivery team to develop suitable solutions
• Produce accurate quotations including:
• Production of GA drawings
• Identification of risk
• Alternative design proposals and value engineering options
• Assess contract terms and conditions and identify areas of concern to the commercial team.
• Provide detailed handovers to the project delivery team.

Essential

• Experience in an engineering/manufacturing/fabrication/production sector
• Experience of working from client specifications
• Full UK driving licence
• Methodical with keen attention to detail
• Ability to work to tight deadlines
• Strong IT skills with experience with Microsoft Office and AutoCAD

Desirable

• Experience within the water industry

Benefits of Working for Bridges

RoSPA Gold Medal winner, Bridges – is an excellent company to work for and a great place to develop your career. Our goal is to exceed the very highest standards and ensure our people work in a culture of health, safety and well‑being.

We are currently holders of the Armed Forces Covenant Gold Award, which reinforces our commitment to supporting the armed forces community.

We are a family‑run business with a friendly and welcoming culture, and we are dedicated to helping our employees learn, develop and achieve success – along with us and throughout their careers.

Bridges also offers an excellent benefits package:

• Competitive salaries
• Company car/car allowance
• Health cash plan with Healthshield
• Standard Life pension scheme – 5% company contribution
• Life assurance scheme
• Employee discount scheme
• Bike 2 Work scheme
• Training and development opportunities
• Employee referral scheme – £1,000 if you successfully introduce someone
• Employee recognition schemes
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay

When You Join Us, You’ll Be Part of Our Exciting Journey

Wherever your journey begins with us, through mutual engagement, we’ll make sure you are supported and invested in. We believe in ‘team bridges’ and leadership at all levels with our guiding principles: Safe People, Happy People, Sustainable Business.

Come and be part of our team!

Equal Opportunity Statement

Bridges is an equal‑opportunity employer and is committed to ensuring equality and diversity within the workplace.

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