Senior Tender Manager

Siemens Energy; Newcastle upon Tyne; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Siemens Energy is seeking a Senior Tender Manager to lead bid activities for Grid Automation in the UK. You will coordinate proposals, engage with TSOs, DNOs, EPCs, developers and data centres to shape value propositions and win strategies.

You will drive market understanding, manage stakeholders, and balance technical, commercial, and strategic considerations while traveling within the UK and Europe as needed. This role is based in a hybrid setup with UK exposure.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years in bid/tender management or related fields for power grid projects.
• Strong knowledge of protection, control, and automation in substations.
• Bachelor's or Master's in Electrical Engineering / Power Systems, or substantial relevant experience.
• Understanding of UK utility procurement practices and market dynamics.
• Experience with EPC contractors, developers, and data centre customers is advantageous.
• Familiarity with IEC 61850 interoperability and integration of protection, control, SAS.
• Excellent communication, presentation and stakeholder management.
• Strong business acumen and ability to balance technical, commercial, and strategic considerations.
• Organized, proactive, and able to manage multiple priorities; travel within UK and Europe

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate proposal activities for Grid Automation solutions.
• Collaborate with TSOs, DNOs, EPC contractors, developers and data centre customers.
• Develop understanding of the UK market and build customer relationships.
• Contribute to bid strategy, value positioning, and bid/no-bid decisions.
• Expand knowledge across Siemens Energy Digital Grid portfolio and support growth.

Skills

Bid/tender management

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Commercial acumen

Electrical engineering understanding

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Electrical Engineering / Power Systems

Job description

Senior Tender Manager

About the Role

Job ID 299527 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 Digital Grid Full / Part time Full-time Experience Level Professional / Experienced

A Snapshot of Your Day

As a Senior Tender Manager in our dynamic Grid Automation team, you will play a pivotal role in driving customer engagement and delivering innovative solutions in the UK transmission sector. You will lead and coordinate proposal activities for Grid Automation solutions, collaborating with Transmission System Operators (TSOs), Distribution Network Operators (DNOs), EPC contractors, developers, and data centre customers in a highly collaborative international environment.

How You’ll Make an Impact

• Develop and maintain a strong understanding of the UK transmission and distribution market, customer requirements, procurement processes, and industry trends.
• Build trusted relationships with customers and internal stakeholders to position Siemens Energy as a preferred partner.
• Display critical thinking to resolve complex, cross-functional bid challenges successfully.
• Understand market drivers, customer investment plans, framework agreements, and competitive dynamics.
• Contribute to bid strategy, value positioning, and bid/no-bid decisions in coordination with the Market Application team and management.
• Expand your knowledge across the wider Siemens Energy Digital Grid portfolio and support business growth initiatives.

What You Bring

• Minimum 5 years of experience in bid management, tender management, project management or engineering roles related to substation secondary systems.
• Strong understanding of protection, control, and automation solutions within transmission and distribution substations.
• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems Engineering, or a related field; alternatively, candidates with substantial relevant industry experience and a proven track record in power systems, grid technologies, or electrical engineering will also be considered.
• Good knowledge of customer requirements, procurement practices, and project delivery models within the UK utility market.
• Experience working with EPC contractors, developers, and data centre customers is advantageous.
• Familiarity with multi-vendor substation automation environments, including IEC 61850 interoperability and integration of protection, control, and SAS systems.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong business acumen with the ability to balance technical, commercial, and strategic considerations.
• Organized, proactive, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to travel occasionally within the UK and Europe.