Mechanical Tender Manager

Job Description

About PipeWize

PipeWize Ltd is a fast-growing mechanical contractor delivering specialist mechanical packages across major industrial projects in the UK. Operating as a Tier 1-2 contractor on large-scale developments such as Data Centres, Nuclear, Recycle, Energy and Building Services.

We pride ourselves on high-quality delivery, strong client relationships, and a practical, site-driven approach to engineering and construction.

The Role

We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Tender Manager to lead and manage the full tendering process across mechanical and pipework projects.

This is a key commercial role within the business, responsible for securing profitable work, improving bid quality, and supporting PipeWize’s continued growth.

You will work closely with senior management, operations teams, and clients to ensure all tenders are commercially sound, technically accurate, and professionally presented.

Key Responsibilities

Tender Management

• Manage the full tender lifecycle from enquiry through to submission
• Review ITTs and contribute to bid/no-bid decisions
• Develop tender programmes and ensure deadlines are met
• Coordinate inputs from estimating, operations, procurement, and HSEQ

Commercial & Pricing Strategy

• Lead the development of competitive and profitable pricing
• Review labour outputs, productivity rates, and cost assumptions
• Apply commercial judgement to margins, risk, and market conditions
• Benchmark against previous projects and industry standards

Technical Review

• Analyse drawings, specifications, and scope documents
• Identify risks, gaps, and ambiguities within tender packages
• Prepare and manage RFIs and clarifications with clients

Supply Chain Engagement

• Issue enquiries to subcontractors and suppliers
• Evaluate and level quotations
• Negotiate best value and build key supplier relationships

Risk Management

• Identify and assess commercial, technical, and programme risks
• Ensure risks are clearly captured, priced, or qualified within submissions

Tender Submission

• Prepare high-quality tender submissions including:
• Method statements
• Resource and execution plans
• Commercial clarifications and exclusions
• Ensure full compliance with client requirements

Client Interaction

• Act as a key point of contact during the tender process
• Attend tender interviews and meetings
• Build strong early-stage client relationships

Handover to Operations

• Lead detailed handovers to project delivery teams
• Clearly communicate pricing assumptions, risks, and scope
• Support a smooth transition from tender to project execution

Requirements

• Proven experience in a Tender Manager / Senior Estimator role within mechanical or MEP contracting
• Strong understanding of pipework installation, welding, and industrial mechanical systems
• Experience pricing projects in the £1m – £30m+ range
• Excellent commercial awareness and risk management capability
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications
• Strong communication and negotiation skills
• Practical, hands-on mindset with awareness of site operations

Desirable

• Experience working on large industrial projects (e.g. energy, process, manufacturing)
• Familiarity with labour-only and self-delivery models
• Previous Tier 1 or major subcontractor experience

What We Offer

• Competitive salary (dependent on experience)
• Opportunity to play a key role in a rapidly growing business
• Exposure to major UK industrial projects
• Clear progression into senior commercial leadership roles

Location

Work from home with flexibility for hybrid working depending on project requirements.

Note

We are looking for someone who can add real commercial value, not just coordinate tenders. This role suits a driven individual who understands both the numbers and the reality of delivering work on site.