Equans is looking for a Head of Design and Estimating to join our EV Charging Solutions business the role will be home based with some additional national travel. This is a permanent full time role working 37.5 hours per week. On offer is a competitive salary, company vehicle or allowance, bonus and benefits package.
The Head of Design and Estimating will have an excellent working knowledge of bids, proposals and pricing. Leading a team of Surveyors and Bid Coordinators.
What will you deliver?
* The role will have management responsibility for a Surveyor and Bid coordinators.
* You will contribute directly to Equan’s strategic vision of empowering transitions; working towards a low carbon future.
* Will need to have an excellent eye for detail and be able to manage conflicting priorities and inspire the team to put the customer at the heart of our solutions.
* You will work with key stakeholders, including the sales team and the supply chain, to deliver winning proposals in support of our business targets and objectives.
* Work with the Business Development Director to navigate the internal governance requirements, ensuring that tender submissions are appropriately authorised before submission.
* You will be responsible for the quality and competitiveness of our quotes, proposals and tenders.
* Work with the Operations Project Managers, Stock and Logistics Manager and Operations Director.
* Support the sales team to provide solutions that meet client requirements, at an appropriate price point, and maintain an excellent win rate.
What can we offer you?
On offer is a competitive salary, car or car allowance, bonus and benefits package, which includes;
* 25 days annual leave (+ public holidays)
* Life Cover equivalent to 2x times annual salary
* Employee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailers
* Gym membership discounts
* Cycle to work scheme
* Holiday purchase scheme
* 2 corporate social responsibility days per year
* Broad range of learning opportunities, such as professional qualifications, collective/individual training, and personalized support programmes
* Attractive Employee Referral Rewards Scheme
* 24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to mental wellbeing app
Who are we looking for?
* Bid management experience essential
* Electrical engineering background
* People management experience preferred
* Numeracy
* Verbal Reasoning
* Ability to resolve complex issues
* Microsoft Office proficient
* Presentation proposal and report writing skills
* Negotiation skills
* Relationship Management
* Developed experience of sales process
Desirable
* Knowledge of the EV market strongly preferred