Bid Manager

Renewable Energy Systems (RES); Deutschland; Remote; EUR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

RES Group is seeking a Bid Specialist to support preparation, coordination, and submission of competitive bids for wind, solar, and BESS projects across Northern Europe. You will work with the Bid Manager and sales team to ensure high-quality, well-researched proposals aligned with strategic goals.

The role requires strong analytical skills, cross-functional collaboration, and a focus on accurate documentation, pricing strategies, and compliance with regulations.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years in bid management or bid support in renewables.
• Experience supporting multi-technology bids (wind, solar, energy storage).
• Cross-functional collaboration with technical, financial, legal teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead in preparation and submission of bid documents, on time and accurate.
• Collaborate to refine and implement bid strategy for projects.
• Coordinate with internal teams to gather information and ensure compliance.
• Manage bid risk, compliance, and client requirements.
• Support costing and pricing analysis with finance and technical teams.
• Assist in client queries and bid submissions for approvals.
• Participate in post-bid debriefs to identify improvements.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Problem solving

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business/Engineering

APMP or similar certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Bid management tools

Financial modeling software

Job description

Do you want to work to make Power for Good?

We're the world's largest independent renewable energy company, guided by a simple yet powerful vision to create a future where everyone has access to affordable, zero carbon energy.

We know that achieving our ambitions would be impossible without our people. Because we're tackling some of the world's toughest problems, we need the very best people to help us. They're our most important asset so that's why we continually invest in them.

RES is a family with a diverse workforce, and we are dedicated to the personal andprofessional growth of our people, no matter what stage of their careers they're at. We can promise you rewarding work which makes a real impact, the chance to learn from inspiring colleagues from across a growing, global network and opportunities to grow personally and professionally.

Our competitive package offers a wide range of benefits and rewards.

The position

The Bid Specialist will support the preparation, coordination, and submission of competitive operations and maintenance bids for wind (onshore and offshore), solar, and Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) projects across Northern Europe. Working closely with the Bid Manager and wider sales team, this role will focus on the detailed analysis, documentation, compliance and commercial aspects of the bid process, ensuring that all proposals are high-quality, well-researched, and aligned with RES’s strategic goals.

Accountabilities

• Bid Documentation & Coordination: Lead in the preparation and submission of comprehensive bid documents, ensuring all required information is accurate, well-organized, and delivered on time
• Bid Strategy Support: Collaborate with the Sales Managers, Bid Manager and commercial team to refine and implement the bid strategy for specific projects, contributing to a competitive and compelling proposal
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with internal teams, including technical, financial, legal, and procurement, to gather necessary information and ensure alignment with client requirements and internal capabilities
• Risk & Compliance Management: Ensure that all bids are compliant with relevant regulations, client specifications, and internal quality and risk standards
• Costing & Pricing Analysis: Support the development of accurate and competitive costing and pricing models by working with the finance and technical teams to evaluate project economics and market competitiveness
• Client Engagement: Assist in managing client queries and clarifications during the bid process, ensuring prompt and accurate responses to secure client trust and satisfaction
• Bid Reviews & Approvals: Help coordinate internal bid reviews, managing timelines, gathering feedback from relevant stakeholders, and preparing bid submissions for management approval
• Post-Bid Analysis: Participate in post-bid debriefs, analysing the outcomes and identifying opportunities for process improvement in future tenders

Knowledge

• Wind, Solar, and BESS Technology: Basic understanding of the operational and technical aspects of wind (onshore and offshore), solar PV, and BESS systems, particularly as they relate to O&M services
• Bid & Tendering Processes: Familiarity with the lifecycle of the bid process, including documentation, client specifications, and industry standards
• Energy Market & Regulations: Knowledge of the Northern European renewable energy market and the key regulatory requirements impacting wind, solar, and BESS projects. Knowledge of the German and Polish markets is highly desirable.
• Commercial & Financial Acumen: Understanding of the financial and commercial considerations involved in renewable energy bids, including pricing, risk assessment, and contract structures

Skills

• Attention to Detail: Strong attention to detail, ensuring all bid documentation is accurate, consistent, and compliant with client requirements
• Organizational Skills: Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks, deadlines, and stakeholders
• Communication: Clear and concise written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to distil complex information into understandable and compelling bid documents
• Teamwork & Collaboration: Strong team player who can work effectively with cross-functional teams and contribute to the collective success of the bid
• Problem-Solving: Analytical thinker with the ability to identify potential risks and propose solutions within the bid process
• Time Management: Ability to manage time effectively to meet tight deadlines and prioritize competing tasks

Experience

• Experience in Bid Support: Minimum of 2 years of experience in a bid management or bid support role within the renewable energy sector or a related industry
• Multi-Technology Bids: Experience supporting bids in wind, solar, or energy storage sectors, with a focus on detailed analysis and documentation
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Demonstrated experience working with diverse teams (technical, financial, legal) to compile and submit bid packages

Qualifications

• Education: Desirable to have a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g. Business, Engineering, Renewable Energy). A Professional certification in bid or project management is an advantage
• Languages: Fluency in English is essential. Proficiency in another European language (e.g., German, Polish, Swedish) is highly desirable
• Certifications: Certifications in bid management (e.g., APMP) or project management are a plus
• Other: Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Word and Excel, is essential. Familiarity with bid management tools and platforms, as well as financial modelling and project management software, is an asset

At RES, we celebrate differences as we know it makes our company a great place to work. Encouraging applicants with different backgrounds, ideas and points of view, we create teams who work together to solve complex problems and design practical solutions for our clients. Our multiple perspectives come from many sources including the diverse ethnicity, culture, gender, nationality, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, marital status, parental status, education, social background and life experience of our people.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.