Senior Bid Manager (Energy)

Location: Hybrid (Remote/Office), Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom

Company

Energy technology company developing grid solutions for reliable, sustainable, and digital energy systems, including HVDC transmission, grid stabilization and storage, high-voltage switchgears and transformers, and digital grid technology.

What you will do

• Manage the complete Bid and Letter of Award process for assigned proposals and large-scale, multi-million-pound projects in the UK market.
• Lead bids through internal approval processes and deliver customer presentations.
• Develop winning bid strategies with the Proposals Manager and Sales Managers.
• Review tender specifications and customer requirements to ensure proposal clarity and alignment.
• Track bid progress, maintain transparency, and ensure deliverables meet agreed timelines.
• Make independent decisions and recommendations to management while coordinating with internal partners and stakeholders.

Requirements

• Proven experience managing the complete bidding process for large-scale projects in the energy sector, particularly in Transmission and Distribution.
• Strong leadership skills, a proactive approach, and the ability to introduce innovative ideas.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to build strong internal relationships across departments.
• Good written and verbal communication skills for stakeholder collaboration and presentations.
• A self-starter approach, commitment to teamwork, and consistent professionalism.
• Familiarity with project risk evaluation and mitigation strategies to support robust and competitive cost estimates.

Culture & Benefits

• Hybrid and flexible work arrangements.
• Medical benefits, paid time off, holidays, and parental leave.
• Opportunities to work with a global team and lead innovative projects.
• Continual learning through the Learn@Siemens-Energy platform.
• Inclusive environment with a focus on diversity, decarbonization, new technologies, and energy transformation.