Senior Bid Project Manager

TN United Kingdom; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in energy technology is seeking a Senior Bid Project Manager to drive the bidding process for high-value projects. This role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams, leading negotiations, and formulating winning strategies to secure contracts. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, a proactive approach, and a commitment to professionalism. Join a dynamic team dedicated to innovation and sustainability in the energy sector, and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of energy solutions.

Qualifications

• Experience managing multi-million-pound bids in the energy sector.
• Strong leadership and decision-making capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Support proposal teams with documentation and information requests.
• Lead tender negotiations and ensure compliance.
• Manage tender budgets and maintain bid progress transparency.

Skills

Bid Management

Leadership Skills

Interpersonal Communication

Project Management

Negotiation Skills

Risk Mitigation

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business or Engineering

Professional Certification in Project Management

Tools

Salesforce

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Senior Bid Project Manager, Newcastle upon Tyne

Location: Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: acb8acf76253

Job Views: 2

Posted: 07.05.2025

Expiry Date: 21.06.2025

Job Description:

Senior Bid Project Manager

About the Role

As a Senior Bid Project Manager at Siemens Energy in Newcastle upon Tyne, your primary responsibility will be to handle the Bid & LOA process for assigned proposals, aiming to secure quality orders within UK markets. You will support internal teams such as Proposals and Business Development in preparing documentation and information requests.

What experience you bring

• Handling the complete bidding process for multi-million-pound projects.
• Leading bids through internal approval processes and customer presentations.
• Making independent decisions and recommendations to management.
• Demonstrating strong leadership skills.
• Bringing a driven "will to win" and innovative ideas.
• Taking a proactive, self-starter approach.
• Maintaining professionalism, respect, and dignity.
• Dedicating to team work and fostering internal relationships.
• Possessing excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Having a background in Transmission and Distribution projects in the energy sector.

Your responsibilities

• Supporting proposal teams in documentation and information requests.
• Reviewing tenders and specifications to understand customer needs.
• Preparing bid/no-bid documentation and obtaining approval.
• Formulating winning bid strategies aligned with business targets.
• Defining scope and timelines with the capture team.
• Maintaining transparency of bid progress.
• Collaborating with the capture team for tender coordination.
• Liaising with procurement and commercial teams on external inquiries.
• Attending pre-tender meetings and site visits.
• Reviewing and clarifying inputs from suppliers and subcontractors.
• Producing tender price calculations and ensuring risk mitigation.
• Modeling cash flow and proposing payment terms.
• Ensuring realistic, competitive, and supported cost estimates.
• Capturing lessons learned.
• Preparing tender approval documentation and obtaining management sign-off.
• Compiling high-quality proposal documents.
• Following up on tenders to ensure compliance and driven positioning.
• Responding to customer clarifications and amendments.
• Leading tender negotiations and presentations.
• Ensuring order consistency and timely handover to operations.
• Maintaining Salesforce database updates.
• Conducting lost order analysis.
• Managing tender budgets.
• Building relationships with internal and external partners and customers.
• Keeping management informed of progress and developments.
• Conducting activities professionally and ethically, in compliance with procedures.

Company Overview

Siemens Energy is a global leader in energy technology, committed to reducing emissions and supporting energy transition. With over 150 years of innovation, a team of 97,000 across 90 countries, and a mission to make energy reliable, affordable, and sustainable, Siemens Energy is dedicated to energizing society.