Tender Technical Manager- HVAC & HVDC

GE Vernova; Creswell; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

GE Vernova is seeking a Tender Technical Manager to lead the technical coordination and strategy for large HV transmission tenders from our Stafford, UK office. The role involves acting as the primary technical contact with customers and collaborating with global teams to deliver safe, reliable, and cost‑effective solutions.

You will manage the full engineering scope and schedule, ensuring quality while positioning the firm to deliver innovative projects that advance the energy transition.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Extensive bid leadership for high‑voltage transmission projects.
• Experience in Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead the technical strategy for large, high‑value transmission tenders.
• Coordinate global engineering teams to align work packages and resolve issues.
• Develop the technical delivery strategy and schedule for tender execution.
• Mitigate technical risks with robust action plans and design reviews.
• Foster strong customer relationships through clear, technical responses and clause analysis.
• Capture lessons learned to improve future technical offers and designs.

Skills

Power Engineering

EPC Experience

Cross-functional Leadership

Bid Management

Technical Coordination

Education

Electrical Engineering Degree

Job description

Job Description Summary

Do you want to lead the technical team providing bids for large-scale High Voltage AC and DC transmission projects that power the world?

GE Vernova is looking for an experienced Tender Technical Manager to join our Grid System Integration team based in Stafford, UK.

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

The Tender Technical Manager leads the overall technical coordination and strategy for high-value, complex transmission projects during the tendering phase.

You will act as the primary technical point of contact for our customers, collaborating with global teams to develop safe, reliable, and cost-effective technical solutions. By managing the full engineering scope and schedule, you will ensure our proposals meet the highest quality standards while positioning us to deliver innovative projects that drive the global energy transition.

How You Will Make a Difference

• Leading the technical strategy for large-scale projects, ensuring all designs are optimized, safe, and aligned with customer requirements.
• Coordinating global engineering teams to synchronize work packages and resolve complex technical challenges throughout the tender process.
• Developing the technical delivery strategy and schedule, that will be used by the execution teams to successfully deliver the project.
• Mitigating technical risks by developing robust action plans and facilitating rigorous design reviews and validation processes.
• Developing strong customer relationships by providing clear, consistent technical responses and managing detailed clause‑by‑clause analysis.
• Driving continuous improvement by integrating lessons learned from past projects to enhance current technical offers and design strategies.

Skills for Success

You should be a collaborative technical leader with:

• An expertise in electrical engineering, preferably Power Engineering. You will also be familiar with the supporting disciplines such as civil works, layout and integration design and Protection and control systems.
• The capability to lead complex technical projects within an Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) environment.
• An understanding of project execution risks, financial processes, and the lifecycle of large-scale infrastructure projects.
• The ability to influence cross‑functional teams and present complex technical messages clearly to stakeholders.
• A keen interest in innovative problem‑solving and delivering results in a dynamic, fast‑paced environment.

A formal education and subsequent University Bachelor or Master’s degree in a relevant Electrical Engineering discipline are nice to have, but we are most interested in your total experience and professional achievements.

Where and how you’ll work

This is a permanent position based in our Stafford, UK office, where we have a hybrid working arrangement, with three days working in the office and the remaining two days where home‑working is an option.

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. With opportunities to move across teams and functions, your career can keep evolving while sustainability stays at the core of everything we do.

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