Tendering Manager Submission Manager (MEICA)

Job Title: Tendering Manager / Submission Manager (MEICA)

Location: Carlow

Description

We are hiring for our client a well-established engineering contractor in the water industry who are seeking a Tendering Manager / Submission Manager to join their team in Carlow.

This Tendering Manager / Submission Manager role is a key position within the business responsible for leading the preparation coordination and submission of high-quality technical and commercial tenders across MEICA projects.

The successful Tendering Manager / Submission Manager will combine strong engineering expertise with commercial awareness playing a critical role in securing future projects and driving business growth.

Top 3 Things to Know About this Job

1. 60000 90000 salary (DOE)
2. Key leadership role within a growing water sector specialist
3. Full lifecycle tender ownership across complex MEICA projects

The Role

Lead end-to-end tender preparation coordination and submission
Develop high-quality technical and commercial tender responses
Interpret specifications drawings and project requirements
Liaise with internal design teams and external stakeholders
Prepare methodologies programmes and resource plans
Develop detailed cost estimates (labour materials subcontractors)
Engage with suppliers to secure competitive quotations
Identify risks opportunities and value engineering solutions
Support post-tender clarifications and negotiations

The Person

Degree in Mechanical Electrical QS or related discipline (or equivalent experience)
10 years experience in a MEICA engineering environment
Strong background in tendering estimating or project engineering
Experience within water/wastewater projects highly desirable
Excellent technical writing and commercial awareness
Strong organisational skills with ability to manage multiple tenders
Full driving licence and ability to work on own initiative

The Reward

60000 90000 depending on experience
25 days annual leave
Opportunity to work on major infrastructure projects
Supportive collaborative team environment
Clear long-term progression within a growing business

Next Steps Why Hunter Savage

For further information and to apply for this Tendering Manager / Submission Manager (MEICA) role please contact Adam Adair at Hunter Savage.

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