Bid Manager Grid Technology

We are experts in delivering on turnkey high voltage substation solutions and due to growth, we have an incredible opportunity for a passionate and dedicated Senior Bid Project Manager to join our Proposals Team.

To undertake the role of Senior Bid Project Manager you will manage the Bid & LOA process for assigned proposals with the objective of securing quality orders for projects.

• Supporting the Proposals Manager / Head of Proposals and Sales / Business Development team in the preparation of pre-qualification documentation and request for information submissions as required.
• Review of invitation to tender and specifications to resolve customer's requirements and understand the project drivers for all opportunities.
• Preparation of Bid ??? No Bid documentation and acquiring authorization to bid, Formulating a winning bid strategy
• Manage the Capture Team to ensure all results are produced in accordance with the tender program through participation in tender co-ordination and review meetings etc.
• Liaise closely with Procurement and Commercial functions in handling external supplier / subcontractor enquiries.
• Attend customer pre-tender clarification meetings / presentations and undertake site visits where necessary to ensure scope is fully clarified and understood.
• Receive, review and clarify all internal and external supplier / subcontractor inputs to ensure consistency with the tender requirements and all interfaces are co-ordinated.
• Produce the tender price calculation using approved Calculation Tools to reflect internal cost estimates, supplier / subcontractor prices and margins / recoveries in line with business targets.
• Ensure project / contractual risk is fully evaluated and mitigated within the tender proposals as required.
• Prepare tender approval pack including Calculation Sheet, Cashflow, Limits of Authorization, Procurement Schedule, Risk Register etc and obtain management approval in accordance with current signature protocols and LoA requirements.
• Follow-up of tender submission in conjunction with Sales / Business Development to establish strong position and compliance with customer requirements.
• Receive and respond to all customer requests for clarifications / amendments in a timely and professional manner including maintenance of Tender Questionnaire log.
• Lead the tender negotiation process / meetings / presentations with the customer with participation of the Proposals Manager / Sales / Business Development as required.
• Ensure all orders received are consistent with the tender offer and prepare necessary documentation for handover to Operations in a timely manner.
• Ensure the Salesforce database is maintained and updated with current data at all times.
• Carry out lost order analysis in conjunction with the customer and Key Account Manager for all lost opportunities.
• Ensure all activities are conducted in a professional and ethical manner and in full compliance with company procedures, protocols, governance etc

• Experience running the complete bidding process for multi-million-pound projects.
• Consistent track record managing bids through internal approval processes & customer presentations.
• Strong leadership skills are crucial.
• The ability to make independent decisions and recommendations to management.
• Driven ???will to win??� and readiness to introduce innovative ideas.
• Proactive and self-starter approach to all work.
• Bring a professional attitude combined with appropriate behavior, respect & dignity.
• Demonstrate a commitment and competence towards team working at all times.
• Ability to build strong internal relationships across departments.
• Excellent communication skills & positive ???can do??� attitude.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Suitable candidate should have a background which includes Transmission and Distribution projects in the energy sector.

Our Grid Technology team enables a reliable, sustainable, and digital grid. The power grid is the backbone of the energy transition. Siemens Energy offers a leading portfolio and solutions in HVDC transmission, grid stabilization and storage, high voltage switchgears and transformers, and digital grid technology.

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Our global team is committed to making sustainable, reliable, and affordable energy a reality by pushing the boundaries of what is possible. We uphold a 150-year legacy of innovation that encourages our search for people who will support our focus on decarbonization, new technologies, and energy transformation.

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