Senior Project Engineer

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Senior Project Engineer

Warrington Date added: 05/11/26

The role is responsible for managing the end-to-end tendering process, including reviewing tender documentation, preparing cost estimates, obtaining and negotiating supplier and subcontractor quotations, assessing technical designs, identifying commercial and contractual risks, and ensuring tenders achieve target margins. It also involves supporting cost management throughout project delivery by negotiating additional costs with clients to protect project profitability.

Duties & Key Responsibilities:

• Take acceptance of the Invitation to Tender (ITT) documents to understand the scope
  of work, contract conditions, and risks.
• Perform technical reviews to ensure designs are feasible, cost-effective, and aligned
  with engineering principles.
• Prepare an accurate tender by measuring and taking off quantities from project
  drawings and survey specifications. Taking into consideration the methodology, and any
  H&S stipulations for the work and surrounding areas to deliver a Budget within target
  margin.
• Send out inquiries to subcontractors and material suppliers, evaluate their quotes, and
  negotiate competitive pricing.
• Identify potential commercial, financial, and contractual risks in the tender documents
  and propose mitigation strategies.
• Once a site is built, must be able to confidently negotiate any extra costs/ overspend
  with the client to maintain target margin at FA stages.

Qualifications & Experience

Essential:

Previous experience as an Engineer or in a similar role is beneficial

Skills & Knowledge

Essential:

Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Good communication and collaboration skills
Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and plans

Basic understanding of engineering principles and industry standards
Problem-solving skills and ability to work under deadlines

Desirable:

Familiarity with relevant codes and safety standards

Working hours: 37.5 hours per week

Location: Warrington

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