Senior Tender Engineer

Citadel Search; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering solutions provider is seeking a Senior Tender Engineer in Singapore to manage the end-to-end tendering process for engineering projects. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience, primarily focusing on Medium Voltage Switchgear or electrical distribution. Responsibilities include analyzing proposals, collaborating with vendors, and ensuring quality bids that meet client specifications. Strong knowledge of electrical systems and excellent communication skills are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• 5+ years overseeing tendering processes with focus on Medium Voltage Switchgear.
• Proven experience with customers in Oil & Gas, Utility, and Construction sectors.
• Ability to perform risk and opportunity analysis.

Responsibilities

• Analyse Requests for Proposal/Quotation (RFP/RFQ) from customers.
• Collaborate with vendors and factories to secure proposal packages.
• Calculate cost estimates for tender submissions.
• Support sales team with technical and commercial clarifications.
• Perform contract reviews to ensure compliance.

Skills

Strong knowledge of Electrical equipment and systems

Excellent communication skills

Willingness to learn and adapt

Education

Degree or Diploma in Electrical or Power Engineering

Job description

We are looking for a Senior Tender Engineer in the Power & Distribution Industry to oversee the end-to-end tendering process for engineering projects. This role involves analysing Requests for Proposal/Quotation (RFP/RFQ), identifying and procuring cost-effective vendors during bid preparation, and ensuring the submission of competitive and compelling bids to secure profitable contracts for the company. This role will ensure that the tender submissions offer the best value proposition and comply with internal and customer requirements.

Job Responsibilities

• Analyse Request for Proposals (RFP) or Request for Quotation (RFQ) from customers to define the project parameters.
• Collaborate with factories and vendors to secure cost-effective proposal packages, providing technical guidance to prospective clients and consultants and ensuring equipment specifications align with customer requirements.
• Ensure the use of approved data in the offer documentation and calculate cost estimates for tender submission.
• Perform risk and opportunity analysis, ensuring internal compliance.
• Submit quality and timely bids that meet technical and commercial requirements while staying within the tender budget.
• Support the sales team by addressing technical and commercial clarifications raised by clients.
• Perform contract reviews to ensure compliance with agreed terms and conditions.
• Facilitate a smooth handover of the project to the operations team.

Job Requirements

• Degree or Diploma in Electrical or Power Engineering.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in overseeing tendering processes, with at least 3 years of focus on Medium Voltage Switchgear or electrical distribution solutions.
• Strong knowledge of the Electrical equipment and systems working with customers across various sectors e.g. Oil & Gas, Utility, Construction, etc.
• Possess excellent communication skills
• Willingness to learn and adapt in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.