Bid & Estimation Engineer
Location: Remote – Ireland / UK
Salary: €40,000 - €50,000 base

Purpose of the Role

We are seeking a detail-oriented Bid & Estimation Engineer to support the preparation of high-quality tender submissions and project cost estimates across a range of security and technology projects.

This role plays a critical part in ensuring quotations are accurate, commercially sound and aligned to client requirements. Working closely with Account Managers, Operations teams and wider stakeholders across Europe, you will review project documentation, compile Bills of Materials, calculate labour requirements and support the preparation of tender documentation.

The role has been created to strengthen the Bid & Estimation team, improve workload distribution and increase capacity to support a growing portfolio of projects.

Major Responsibilities

Compile Bills of Materials and prepare quotations for Account Managers.
Review project designs, specifications and documentation to determine project requirements.
Calculate quantities and labour requirements to support cost estimation activities.
Prepare draft cost templates and tender documentation for internal review.
Ensure quotations comply with client standards, requirements and expectations.
Prepare tenders and standardised tender templates and documentation.
Coordinate tender reviews, approvals and commercial sign-off processes.
Support Account Managers during reviews with Operations teams and clients.
Maintain records of subcontractors and suppliers.
Monitor tender deadlines and ensure submissions are completed on time.
Coordinate tender review activities between Sales and Operations teams.
Support procurement and tender administration activities, including management approval documentation.
Prepare correspondence and documentation for internal stakeholders, bidders and contractors.
Participate in client-facing tender review meetings where required.

What Success Looks Like

Accurate and timely preparation of quotations and tender submissions.
Consistent delivery against challenging deadlines.
Strong attention to detail, ensuring high-quality outputs with minimal errors.
Effective collaboration with Account Managers, Operations teams and wider stakeholders.
Clear presentation of project information that supports informed commercial decisions.
Contributing to a more balanced and efficient workload across the Bid & Estimation team.

Experience & Knowledge

Essential

Experience in bid coordination, bid management, administration or document control.
Experience working with complex documentation and information.
Strong understanding of tender preparation and coordination processes.
Advanced Microsoft Excel capability.
Excellent written and verbal English communication skills.

Desirable

Experience within the security, engineering, construction, architecture or related industries.
Experience working within project-based environments.
Familiarity with Bluebeam software.
Background in construction, electrical engineering, procurement, logistics or a similar analytical environment.

Skills & Competencies

Strong analytical and problem-solving ability.
Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
Highly organised with strong planning and prioritisation skills.
Ability to work independently and take ownership of tasks.
Strong team-working and stakeholder management skills.
Effective written and verbal communication.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and work to tight deadlines.
Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Ability to review information critically and identify inconsistencies.

Why Join Us

This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing European team supporting major projects ranging from approximately €250,000 to €10 million in value. You will work with a diverse range of stakeholders across multiple countries and play a direct role in the successful delivery of strategic opportunities for the business.

The successful candidate will join a collaborative team environment where quality, accuracy and continuous improvement are valued, whilst also benefiting from opportunities to broaden their commercial and technical understanding of complex projects.

Our People Promise

At Securitas Technology, you'll be part of a values-driven, inclusive team where you'll have opportunities to grow, be recognised for your achievements and contribute to purposeful work that helps make the world safer.

Securitas Technology is committed to diversity and is an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants are welcome.

Bid & Estimation Engineer

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