Grid Systems Integration (GSI) Region Tender Leader

GE Vernova; Creswell; Hybrid; GBP 77,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

GE Vernova is seeking a GSI Region Tender Leader to manage proposals for Grid Systems Integration across Europe. The role can be based in Stafford, UK or Villeurbanne, France, with a hybrid work model.

You will lead a team through the full tender lifecycle, crafting competitive technical and commercial solutions that meet complex customer needs while ensuring executability and compliance. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in proposal processes, risk management, and commercial

Qualifications

• Formal education in engineering or business preferred; total experience and achievements in energy/infrastructure matter most.
• Strong proposal management and risk oversight experience are required.
• Ability to lead diverse, international teams within a matrix organization.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all proposal management activities for the GSI portfolio to deliver winning, high-quality bids.
• Guide a high-performing team through the full tender lifecycle from opportunity to handover to operations.
• Collaborate with engineering, project management and sourcing to propose innovative, compliant solutions.

Skills

Proposal management

Commercial deal strategy

Team leadership

Risk management

Communication skills

Multi-million-dollar tenders

International teams leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or business

Job description

Job Description Summary

Are you ready to lead the commercial strategy for high-impact energy projects across Europe?

GE Vernova is looking for an exceptional Grid Systems Integration (GSI) Region Tender Leader to join our Electrification team based in Stafford, UK or Villeurbanne, France.

GE Vernova - The Energy to Change the World

With over 130 years of experience and proven innovation, GE Vernova is leading a new era of energy. We are electrifying the world while working to decarbonize it. Our name reflects our mission. “GE” carries a legacy of quality and ingenuity. “Ver” signals Earth’s lush ecosystems, while “Nova” nods to a new era of lower-carbon energy we are helping to deliver.

Focused on the future, GE Vernova is accelerating the shift to reliable, affordable, and sustainable energy. We help customers power economies and deliver electricity vital to health, safety, and quality of life.

Electrification

Our Electrification solutions modernize grids, enable renewable integration, and strengthen energy systems. From software to power conversion and storage, we help create smarter, more resilient energy networks.

Job Description

Let’s Talk about the Role

GSI Region Tender Leader, you will oversee all proposal management activities for our Grid Systems Integration (GSI) portfolio, ensuring the delivery of winning, high-quality, and profitable solutions to our customers.

You will guide a high-performing team through the full tender lifecycle—from the initial opportunity identification and strategy definition to final submission and handover to operations. By collaborating across engineering, project management, and sourcing functions, you will identify innovative, competitive technical solutions that meet complex customer needs while ensuring project executability and compliance.

How You Will Make a Difference

• Leading the proposal management team to deliver timely, compliant, and competitive bids across the entire GSI portfolio.
• Driving the commercial deal strategy in collaboration with account management to maximize win rates and order intake.
• Collaborating with internal functions to consolidate complex technical solutions, risk registers, and mobilization plans.
• Developing and coaching team members to foster a culture of operational excellence and continuous improvement.
• Creating and implementing streamlined processes to improve proposal accuracy, efficiency, and market responsiveness.
• Improving our winning edge by facilitating post-mortem analyses and integrating lessons learned from operations into future proposals.

Special Role Requirements

• Able to travel to and from projects and various field assignments.

Skills for Success

• The ability to manage complex, multi-million-dollar tenders within the Grid Solutions or EPC turnkey sector.
• The capability to lead and inspire diverse, international teams within a matrix organization.
• An expertise in proposal processes, risk management, and commercial deal strategy.
• A keen interest in driving business growth and improving operational rigor.
• Excellent communication skills to navigate customer relationships and internal stakeholder alignment.

A formal education and subsequent University Bachelor’s degree in a relevant engineering or business field is preferred, but we are most interested in your total experience and professional achievements within the energy or infrastructure sectors.

Where and how you'll work

• This is a permanent position based in our Stafford, UK or Villeurbanne, France offices.
• We have a hybrid working model which gives you flexibility to work from our offices and from home.

Our Culture

Every action shapes our future. That’s why our north star is a culture of impact, where everyone is empowered to thrive and achieve.

Addressing the urgent need to build a more sustainable electric power system while improving the trajectory of climate change emissions are global priorities, and we take our responsibility seriously. That is our mission at GE Vernova: continuing to electrify to thrive and decarbonize the world. We play a significant role in leading a new era of energy.

Our technology helps generate approximately twenty-five percent of the world’s electricity today, and we are working to power the rest. If we want the future of energy to be different, then join us and be the difference. Together, we are the Energy of Change!

We're determined to be the best place to grow

We believe that strong careers are built on a variety of experiences, strong connections, and continuous development. We’re committed to providing you the tools to navigate and shape a strong career journey that aligns with a healthy work-life balance. No two careers are the same, and yours should reflect your personal and professional goals. Your people leader and trusted mentors will support you through navigating your journey.

We also prioritize fair pay, performance-based rewards, and wellbeing programs for you and your family.

Inclusion & Diversity

We are passionate about creating an inclusive work environment. By valuing the ideas and contributions of a diverse workforce we help inspire others to grow, succeed, and raise the bar for everyone.

As an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, GE Vernova is committed to support disadvantaged groups whilst providing equal opportunities for both GE Vernova associates and applicants alike.

Join us at GE Vernova where results can be achieved by embracing a community of belonging.

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: No