VolkerLaser repairs, strengthens and waterproofs concrete and steel structures, offering a tailored package of specialist works to clients across the UK. Our structural solutions include bridge deck waterproofing, expansion joints, concrete repair and cathodic protection works, steel repair and strengthening work, carbon fibre and temporary works, jacking and bearing replacement. We also provide specialist lightweight decking and access solutions, as well as being specialists in long bridge and cable refurbishment.
Working as part of the bid team, assisting the work winning team to identify suitable tender opportunities to maximise the chance of securing new contracts.
Based from our head office in Worcester.
The tender co-ordinator is responsible for identifying, sourcing and co-ordinating tendering opportunities to update and maintain pipeline information from a range of sources including procurement portals, direct enquiries and other information sources.
The role requires a meticulous and proactive approach to sourcing tender opportunities and collaborating professionally with clients and internal teams to support the tendering process.
About you
Reporting to the Head of Bids, this role is essential in sourcing tender opportunities and collaborating with internal teams to support the tendering process. Key responsibilities include:
Co-ordination and administration associated with updating the opportunity pipeline in a busy and deadline-driven environment.
Identify and monitor tender opportunities from various sources, including online databases, industry publications, direct invitations and client portals.
Collaboration to gather necessary information and ensure all relevant stakeholders are aware of upcoming and current tender opportunities.
Research and analyse market trends to identify potential tender opportunities.
Maintain an up-to-date database of tender opportunities and track their status.
Reading and analysing tender documents in order to understand / identify key tender requirements.
Conduct research and data collection, through reading and communication with client representatives to support pipeline information.
Use a variety of information management tools to store and access documentation on company systems.
Support the co-ordination of portal enquiries / clarifications / messages before, during and after the tender period and update revised documents on tender document management systems.
Liaise with various departments to gather relevant information and ensure a coordinated approach to tenderingIf your past experience doesn't match perfectly with every requirement of the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for us.
Why work with us?
VolkerLaser is under the umbrella of VolkerWessels UK which is a multidisciplinary contractor that delivers innovative engineering solutions across the civil engineering and construction sectors including rail, highways, airport, marine, energy, water, and environmental infrastructure.
By utilising the specialist skills of each business unit within VolkerWessels UK, VolkerLaser are able to ensure our staff provide unrivalled resources and expertise to our clients.
We offer competitive rewards and benefits, recognising the value we place on our employees.
We offer a range of benefits, including:
Competitive salary
Competitive annual leave and an additional day off on your birthday
Private medical care
Pension
Life Assurance
Cycle to Work scheme
Shopping and restaurants vouchers, rewards, and discounts
Training and development opportunities-comprehensive skills-based training
Family friendly polices including enhanced maternity benefits
Employee Assistance programme
Mental health, physical health, and financial support
24/7 Virtual GP serviceFairness, inclusion and respect
We believe in pushing boundaries in the pursuit of fairness, inclusion and respect. So, our teams can be comfortable that, whatever their background, VolkerWessels UK is a place where they can be themselves and thrive.
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Additional information
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Our preference is to hire directly, and we will reach out to our Preferred Supplier List (PSL) agencies if this particular role qualifies for release.
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VolkerWessels UK is committed to maintaining healthy, safe and productive working conditions for its entire staff and therefore a drugs & alcohol screening is mandatory for all