Senior Bid Manager

Siemens Energy, Inc.; Newcastle upon Tyne; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Siemens Energy Limited in Newcastle upon Tyne is seeking a Senior Bid Manager to oversee the bid and LOA process for UK projects, coordinating with Proposals and Business Development teams to align with customer needs and business goals.

The role focuses on developing winning bid strategies, leading internal approvals, and delivering persuasive customer presentations, while maintaining bid progress transparency and timely delivery.

Qualifications

• Strong leadership in large bidding efforts.
• Excellent interpersonal skills for cross-functional collaboration.
• Clear written and verbal communication with stakeholders.
• Proactive, self-starter approach driving bid success.
• Familiarity with project risk evaluation and mitigation strategies.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the complete bidding process for multi-million-pound projects.
• Lead bids through internal approval processes and deliver compelling customer presentations.
• Make independent decisions and recommendations to management.
• Formulate winning bid strategies with the Proposals Manager and Sales Managers.
• Maintain transparency of bid progress and ensure deliverables meet timescales.
• Review tender specifications and customer requirements for clarity and alignment.

Skills

Strong leadership

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Proactive mindset

Risk management

Bid strategy / presentation

Job description

Senior Bid Manager

About the Role

Job ID 305887 Location United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland Newcastle up Tyne Newcastle upon Tyne Remote vs. Office Hybrid (Remote/Office) Company Siemens Energy Limited Organization Grid Technologies Business Unit Substations Full / Part time Full-time Experience Level Professional / Experienced

A Snapshot of Your Day

As a Senior Bid Project Manager at Siemens Energy in Newcastle upon Tyne, your primary responsibility will be to manage the Bid & Letter of Award (LOA) process for assigned proposals, aiming to secure quality orders for projects within the UK markets. You will collaborate with internal partners, including the Proposals Manager and Business Development team, to prepare pre-qualification documentation and respond to requests for information. Your role is crucial in shaping winning bids and ensuring that all proposals align with customer requirements and business objectives.

How You’ll Make an Impact

• Oversee the complete bidding process for multi-million-pound projects, ensuring all aspects are handled efficiently and effectively.
• Lead bids through internal approval processes and deliver compelling customer presentations.
• Make independent decisions and recommendations to management, demonstrating strong leadership and a proactive approach.
• Formulate winning bid strategies in collaboration with the Proposals Manager and relevant Sales Managers, aligning with overall business targets.
• Maintain transparency of bid progress and ensure all deliverables are met within agreed timescales.
• Conduct thorough reviews of tender specifications and customer requirements to ensure clarity and alignment throughout the bidding process.

What You Bring

• Proven experience managing the complete bidding process for large-scale projects in the energy sector, particularly in Transmission and Distribution.
• Strong leadership skills with a “will to win” mentality and the ability to introduce innovative ideas.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a positive, can-do attitude, fostering strong internal relationships across departments.
• Good written and verbal communication skills, enabling effective collaboration and presentation to stakeholders.
• A proactive and self-starter approach, dedicated to teamwork and maintaining professionalism at all times.
• Familiarity with project risk evaluation and mitigation strategies, ensuring robust and competitive cost estimates.