Tender Engineer

Function

As a Tender Engineer based in Sint-Truiden, you will contribute to the preparation and development of challenging building and civil engineering projects within a leading Class 8 construction group. You will act as a key link between the client, design teams, subcontractors, suppliers and internal project managers. The focus is on buildings and civil engineering; this is not a role for candidates with an exclusively infrastructure-based background.

You will analyse tender documents and translate technical, commercial and contractual information into a high-quality and competitive tender proposal. You will work closely with experienced colleagues and be given the opportunity to further develop your technical knowledge within a dynamic environment where collaboration and innovation are key.

• Reviewing specifications, plans, bills of quantities, technical provisions and contract documents.
• Identifying technical issues, risks, opportunities and potential improvements.
• Requesting, comparing and carrying out technical assessments of quotations from suppliers and subcontractors.
• Preparing cost estimates, price comparisons and budgets for building and civil engineering projects.
• Co-ordinating the various contributions within the tender team and monitoring deadlines.
• Provide support in drawing up implementation methods, planning elements, technical notes and commercial documents.
• Liaising with designers, clients, partners and internal departments to produce a comprehensive and well-founded proposal.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of tender processes, costing methods and knowledge-sharing within the organisation.

Profile

For this role, our client is seeking a Tender Engineer with relevant experience in the construction sector, preferably in building construction, general engineering or civil engineering. You combine a technical background with analytical insight, commercial rigour and the ability to organise multiple projects simultaneously.

• You hold a bachelor’s or master’s degree in architecture, architectural engineering, civil engineering or a similar technical discipline.
• Experience in a relevant role, for example as a quantity surveyor, works planner, tender engineer or technical file manager within the building or civil engineering sectors.
• Thoroughly analyse technical drawings, specifications, bills of quantities and contractual documents.
• An understanding of cost calculation, quantities, price enquiries and the technical feasibility of construction projects.
• You work with precision, in a structured manner and with a focus on results, even when several tenders are running simultaneously.
• Communicates effectively with internal and external stakeholders and is able to explain technical information clearly.
• Familiar with standard MS Office applications; knowledge of cost estimation, planning or bill of quantities software would be an advantage.
• You have a professional command of Dutch; knowledge of French or English would be an advantage.
• Shows an interest in innovative construction methods, sustainable solutions and continuous professional development.

Organisation

Our client is a leading contractor in the infrastructure sector, specialising in roadworks, demolition and earthworks, asphalt works, asbestos removal, civil engineering and sewer renovation. The group comprises several companies and now employs more than 700 dedicated staff.

They continuously invest in their people, modern technology, safety and sustainable solutions. With operations in both the public and private sectors, they help build a strong and forward-looking infrastructure every day.

Offer

You will be joining a stable and ambitious construction group with a strong reputation in building, infrastructure and civil engineering. The organisation has around 600 employees and offers a professional working environment in which collaboration, training and professional development are key priorities. The specific remuneration package will be tailored to your relevant experience, technical expertise and responsibilities.

• A competitive salary, commensurate with your experience and in line with market rates for the role.
• An attractive package of non-statutory benefits, in accordance with the relevant company and sector policies.
• A role offering a wide range of responsibilities with a tangible impact on challenging construction and civil engineering projects.
• A dynamic working environment within a financially sound Class 8 construction group.
• Support, knowledge-sharing and opportunities for further training and professional development.
• A collaborative culture in which technical expertise and initiative are valued.
• A permanent base in Sint-Truiden, in the province of Limburg, Belgium.