BID Executive at Ethos Engineering

Dublin, Leinster, Ireland -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

23 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

25 Mar, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Bid Management, Proposal Writing, Tender Coordination, Pre-sales Support, Sales Support, Communication, Organisation, Stakeholder Management, Attention To Detail, Research, Content Compilation, Adobe InDesign, Procurement Frameworks, Desktop Publishing, Cross-functional Collaboration

Industry

Engineering Services

Description

About the Job We are a leading electrical and mechanical building services engineering consultancy based in Dublin, delivering complex, high-value projects across the EMEA region. As we continue to grow, we are looking for a talented and driven Bid Executive to join our Strategy & Growth team. Reporting to the Strategic Growth Enablement Lead, you will play a pivotal role in shaping how we go to market, owning the end-to-end bid process and producing compelling, high-quality proposals that win work. You will collaborate closely with our Leadership Team and technical experts across sectors including Data Centres, Sustainability, Industrial & Energy, Smart Buildings, and Programme Management. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, takes pride in their work, and wants to make a tangible impact on the growth of a forward-thinking engineering consultancy. About You Essential: Must be based in Ireland Minimum 2–3 years' experience in a bids, tenders, proposals, pre-sales, or sales support role Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex technical information into clear, compelling narratives Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple bids simultaneously under tight deadlines A collaborative, proactive mindset — comfortable working with senior stakeholders and cross-functional teams High attention to detail and a genuine commitment to quality and accuracy Desirable: Experience in the engineering, construction, or professional services sector Proficiency in Adobe InDesign or similar design/desktop publishing tools Familiarity with public procurement frameworks and tender portals Your Key Day-to-Day Activities Lead and coordinate the full bid management lifecycle — from opportunity identification and kick-off through to final submission — ensuring all deadlines and quality standards are met Develop persuasive, well-structured, and visually polished bid and tender documents tailored to each client and project Conduct thorough client and market research to understand requirements, pain points, and priorities, and reflect these clearly in our proposals Work cross-functionally with technical, commercial, and leadership teams — as well as subcontractor partners — to gather and synthesise the information needed to build winning submissions Coordinate the compilation of technical and financial content, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and alignment with the client's brief Maintain and continuously improve a library of bid content, CVs, project case studies, and standard responses Proactively review and refine bid materials, applying lessons learned to raise the quality bar with each submission Support the Strategic Growth Enablement Lead in driving best practice across the bid function and contributing to the team's broader strategic growth objective. Why Join Us? At Ethos, we’re dedicated to fostering an environment that encourages both technical excellence and personal wellbeing. We offer: Flexible Fridays and a 9-day fortnight working schedule — enjoy every second Friday off to maintain work–life balance. A culture that values flexibility, learning, and teamwork, with clear progression pathways and support toward professional accreditation. Opportunities to work alongside some of the most experienced engineers in the industry, within a forward-thinking, technology-driven consultancy. Benefits: Flexible working times 20 Days holidays up to 25 days Pension Scheme Working travel out-of-pocket expenses Travel tax scheme or bike-to-work scheme Regular training/mentoring / further college support Support for Chartership Subsidised Health Insurance Allowance A Professional Subscription Fee paid by the company Paid Statutory Leaves Healthcare check-ups and flu vaccinations Gym / Fitness membership Heavily subsidised social committee (5 a side, golf society, climbing club and regular social events) Our vision is to: “Be the company people want to work with, and for” Our values differentiate and focus us every day to be EPIC - for our people and our customers.

Responsibilities

The role involves leading and coordinating the entire bid management lifecycle, from opportunity identification through to final submission, while developing persuasive and visually polished bid documents tailored to specific client needs. This includes conducting thorough research and working cross-functionally to gather and synthesize the necessary technical and commercial information for winning submissions.