Tendering Engineer

Job Title: Tendering Engineer Salary: Circa £40,000 (flexible DOE) Location: Stockport Hours: 08:30-17:00 (Monday to Thursday) / 08:30-16:00 (Friday) JDR Recruitment are seeking a tendering and proposals engineer specialist to support the delivery of high-quality bids and proposals across a range of projects for one of our key Stockport based clients. This will be a key commercial and technical role, responsible for turning early-stage opportunities into profitable, deliverable projects through accurate costing, technical evaluation, and client engagement. Job Responsibilities: Prepare tenders, quotations, and technical proposals Interpreting engineering specifications and commercial requirements Completing accurate cost estimates and pricing models Conduct technical and commercial evaluations of project viability Carry out site visits when required Liaise with internal teams (engineering, production, service) to ensure optimal solutions Manage client communication throughout the tender process Prepare and submit formal bid documentation Participate in clarification processes and respond to client queries Support project handover to delivery teams following successful bids Ensure compliance with industry standards, CDM, and health and safety regulations Monitor tender progress and contribute to continuous improvement of processes Skills / Qualifications: Degree or HNC / HND in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering Experience in engineering tenders, proposals, or cost estimation Knowledge and understanding of power generation systems Experience in energy project design, development, or technical management Understanding of CDM, health & safety, and industry regulations Strong IT skills including Microsoft Office and CRM systems Full UK driving licence