Job Description

As we continue to elevate our capabilities and global presence, we are seeking a Project Planner – Proposal Support to join a dynamic third-party engineering team at their state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Norfolk

What You’ll Do

Work with the wider Engineering team to develop project plans for third-party engineering opportunities, from initial concept through to handover to PMO once projects go live

Support the development of high-quality third-party Engineering proposals to help win business for Lotus Engineering clients worldwide

Ensure consistency across project plans and proposals spanning a wide range of project types

Collaborate closely with PMO and Engineering teams on planning and proposal creation, supporting progression towards a project planning or project management role

Administer and maintain the CRM tool, updating and tracking opportunities throughout the proposal lifecycle

Gain exposure to client relationships, supporting potential future development into a sales-focused role 

What You’ll Bring

Project Planning

Work with Engineering and Manufacturing teams to compile, develop, and complete activity and resource plans using MS Project and SAP

Support proposal resourcing requirements and costings through accurate planning

Ensure project plans align with task scope, resource availability, and timing requirements

Proposal Development

Compile proposals either from a clean-sheet approach or by refining inputs from technical teams

Ensure consistency across technical inputs, project plans, and overarching proposal requirements

Confirm proposal assumptions, terms and conditions, and commercial/financial elements align with company policy and client communications

Coordinate proposal approvals through company BPM systems

Essential Requirements

General automotive or engineering awareness

Experience or exposure to project planning and/or technical documentation

Confident, outgoing approach with the ability to work effectively as part of a team

Proficiency with MS Power BI

Desirable

Degree or HNC in Engineering

Experience in proposal or bid preparation

If you feel you have the skills to succeed in this role, please click to apply.

Arden White specialises in technical engineering recruitment, and all job applications are managed by our team. We believe in the value of a personal touch, and we work hard to deliver a swift, professional, and friendly service for our clients and candidates. We are acting as a recruitment agency on behalf of our client for this vacancy, and whilst we are advertising the role, we are not the hiring company.

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