Commercial Bid Lead – Energy Projects

GE Vernova; Rugby; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

GE Vernova in Rugby, UK, seeks a Commercial Manager to own the inquiry-to-order lifecycle for high-value tenders. You will lead the preparation and submission of competitive, compliant proposals and coordinate with engineering, supply chain, and finance to build robust cost models and pricing.

This role blends technical engineering insight with commercial strategy and requires risk assessment, contract knowledge, and strong negotiation skills to protect our business interests.

Qualifications

• Experience in a commercial, tendering, or bid management role in engineering, energy, or industrial sectors.
• Ability to interpret complex technical and commercial specifications for proposals.
• Strong negotiation and risk assessment skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead preparation and submission of commercial proposals in line with customer requirements.
• Build cost models and pricing with engineering, supply chain, and finance teams.
• Develop commercial and contractual risk assessments to identify key exposures.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to secure approvals and ensure sound proposals.
• Support negotiations to protect business interests and ensure long-term value.

Skills

Tender management

Cost modeling

Negotiation

Contract terms awareness

Excel pricing calculations

Complex specifications interpretation

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s in Business or Engineering

Tools

Excel

Job description

GE Vernova in Rugby, UK, seeks a Commercial Manager to own the inquiry-to-order lifecycle for high-value tenders. You will lead the preparation and submission of competitive, compliant proposals and coordinate with engineering, supply chain, and finance to build robust cost models and pricing.

This role blends technical engineering insight with commercial strategy and requires risk assessment, contract knowledge, and strong negotiation skills to protect our business interests.