Bid Specialist

IDOM; Bilbao, Madrid; Hybrid; EUR 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Remote work 1–2 afternoons per week

Summer timetable (July/August)

Tax deductible items (restaurant card,

Life and accident insurance

Work-life balance

Long-term career path

Opportunity to become a partner

Multicultural environment

Opportunity for more responsibility

Shared commitment

Strong interpersonal relationships

Job summary

IDOM is seeking a Bid Specialist to join the Rail & Transit team in Bilbao or Madrid. You will support bid preparation, coordinate tender processes, and ensure documentation aligns with client specs and industry standards.

Ideal candidates have 1–2 years in tender support, strong English, and proficiency with MS Office; experience with InDesign is a plus. The role offers a hybrid setup with remote options and growth towards partner level.

Qualifications

• Engineering or related degree required.
• 1–2 years of tender support or proposal coordination experience in rail/transit/infrastructure preferred.
• English proficiency required.

Responsibilities

• Support preparation, coordination and presentation of competitive bids for railway projects.
• Ensure tender docs meet customer specs, standards and internal quality benchmarks.
• Track tender opportunities, deadlines and bid progress using project tools.
• Assist tender team in preparing client meeting materials.
• Contribute to post-tender evaluations and process improvements.

Skills

Advanced English

Team player with technical excellence

Independent with flair for innovation

MS Office proficiency

Education

Engineering or related field

Tools

Adobe InDesign

Graphic design tools

Job description

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Title: Bid Specialist

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Do you want to be part of a company where you can become a partner? Our cornerstones are customer satisfaction, colleagues and professional development. If you identify with this, keep reading!

ABOUT THE JOB

We are looking for a Bid Specialist to join the team of Rail & Transit in our offices Bilbao or Madrid

At IDOM, we offer you the opportunity to participate in national and international projects as part of a team where you will have the support to push your professional boundaries and improve your skills every day. In a multidisciplinary environment you will be exposed to all the latest technologies and best practices. Your main responsibilities will be:

• Supporting the preparation, coordination and presentation of competitive bids and proposals for railway projects.
• Ensuring that all tender documentation complies with customer specifications, industry standards and internal quality benchmarks.
• Tracking tender opportunities, submission deadlines and bid progress using project management tools.
• Supporting the tender team in preparing presentations and materials for client meetings and interviews.
• Assisting with post-tender evaluations and contributing to the continuous improvement of tender processes.

IDOM offers…

• Flexible schedule
• Work remotely, one day or two afternoons per week
• Summer Timetable (July and August)
• Tax deductible items (restaurant card, medical insurance, travel card, childcare ....)
• Life and accident insurance
• Work-life balance
• Long-term career path
• Opportunity to become a partner
• A multicultural and multidisciplinary environment
• Opportunity to take on more responsibility
• Shared commitment
• Strong interpersonal relationships

ABOUT YOU

Apply if you…

• Have studied engineering or a similar subject.
• Have 1 to 2 years' experience in tender support or proposal coordination, ideally within the rail, transit or infrastructure sectors. And in supporting bids in collaboration with partners.
• Have knowledge of international public procurement processes in the railway and transit sector.
• are familiar with railway and transit terminology, standards and procurement processes.
• are proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Experience with Adobe InDesign or graphic tools for bid production is an advantage .
• Are a team player with technical excellence.
• Can work independently with a flair for innovation.
• Do have an advanced level of English.
• Above all, are attracted by a multinational company like IDOM.

ABOUT US

IDOM is an Association of Professionals working in the areas of Engineering, Architecture, and Consulting on projects that contribute to a more sustainable world. The ownership structure of IDOM creates a culture of engagement, to offer the best service for the client, while our people develop both professionally and personally in an environment of technical excellence.

IDOM's most important assets are the expertise and experience of our people. Our employees are deeply united, highly qualified, and skilled professionals. We work within a framework of professional liberty and integrity, with a strong commitment to progress, development, quality service, and innovation.

Since IDOM’s foundation in 1957, we have grown steadily to become a multidisciplinary and integrated multinational organization, with more than 5,300 people working in over 145 countries.

Are you ready to take the next step?

As a member of our TEAM, you will have the opportunity for career development at the highest level in an environment of respect and professional integrity.

We look forward to meeting you!