Senior Estimator/Bid Manager

Siemens Energy; Sydney; In loco; AUD 150.000 - 230.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Siemens Energy in Sydney is seeking a Senior Estimator/Bid Manager to lead the end-to-end bid lifecycle for grid technologies across Australia and APAC. You will develop technically and commercially robust proposals for STATCOMs, Synchronous Condensers, Power Flow Controllers, HVDC and substation solutions, coordinating with engineering, legal and procurement.

The role requires a strong electrical engineering foundation, 8-10+ years in bid management, and willingness to travel; you will coach

Competenze

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering.
• 8-10+ years of bid management experience in energy/industrial sectors.
• Proven ability to work with cross-functional and international teams.
• Willingness to travel locally and internationally.

Mansioni

• Lead end-to-end bid management lifecycle for complex grid solutions.
• Develop technically and commercially robust proposals.
• Coordinate inputs from engineering, legal, and procurement.
• Prepare detailed cost compilations and pricing strategies.
• Coach and mentor junior tendering professionals.
• Ensure governance, export control, and compliance in bid activities.

Conoscenze

Bid management

Tendering

Cross-functional collaboration

Electrical engineering knowledge

Formazione

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Descrizione del lavoro

Senior Estimator/Bid Manager

About the Role

Job ID 299242 Location Australia New South Wales Sydney Company Siemens Energy Pty. Ltd. Organization Grid Technologies Business Unit Solutions Full / Part time Full-time Experience Level Professional / Experienced

A Snapshot of Your Day

The position will support the FACTS and Storage business by leading the preparation of complex, high-value bids for grid technology solutions across Australia and the APAC region.

The main products and service portfolios include but not limited to; STATCOMs, Synchronous Condensers, Power Flow Controllers, HVDC and substation solutions and the related Support Services.

To achieve this, the role is structured around three core areas: leading the end-to-end bid management lifecycle, developing technically and commercially robust proposals, and managing all stakeholder engagement and internal governance.

The ideal candidate will be a subject matter expert with extensive experience in tender management within the transmission and energy industry. A strong foundation in electrical engineering, commercial acumen, and the ability to manage large projects with limited oversight are essential requirements for this important role.

How You’ll Make an Impact

• 40% Technical & Commercial Proposal Development
• Analyze complex Request for Quotations (RFQs) to interpret technical, commercial, and contractual requirements.
• Coordinate and consolidate technical and commercial inputs from regional and global stakeholders, including engineering, legal, and procurement.
• Prepare detailed cost compilations, commercial calculations, and pricing strategies to ensure profitability and competitiveness.
• Compile all technical and commercial bid documentation in the required structure for timely customer submission.
• Define, discuss and align work packages for suppliers and local partners.
• 30% Strategic Bid Management & Leadership
• Lead end-to-end bid and proposal activities for complex grid technology solutions, including FACTS, HVDC, and Grid Stability systems.
• Define the bidding strategy, offer structure, and work packages in collaboration with Sales and technical teams to ensure a competitive advantage.
• Establish and manage the bid organization, project plans, timelines, and communication procedures for each tender.
• Coach, review, and delegate work to junior tendering professionals to build team capability.
• 30% Stakeholder Coordination & Governance
• Serve as the primary point of contact for all bid-related topics with the customer, internal teams, and external partners.
• Support the internal offer release process by preparing comprehensive documentation for management briefing and approval.
• Conduct bid clarifications and support the Sales team during contract negotiations to secure favorable terms.
• Ensure all bid activities comply with internal governance, including export control and business conduct guidelines.

What You Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related technical discipline.
• 8-10+ years of proven experience in bid management, tendering, or a technical proposals role within the energy, utility, or heavy industrial sectors.
• Demonstrated experience working with cross-functional and international teams on large-scale, complex projects.
• Project engineering and/or project management and/or design/commissioning experience and/or qualifications also highly regarded.
• Technical Bid Management experience (tender preparation, cost estimation, technical specification analysis)
• Full rights to work and live in Australia
• Valid Australian driving license and willingness to travel locally and internationally as required for the business