At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the bid process for substation upgrade projects, ensuring proposals are competitive and technically sound.
- Company: Siemens Energy develops innovative energy systems with over 100,000 employees in more than 90 countries.
- Benefits: Enjoy medical benefits, remote work options, and continual learning opportunities through Learn@Siemens-Energy.
- Other info: Position based in Newcastle upon Tyne or Leeds; UK right to work is essential.
- Why this job: Join a team focused on driving business growth through innovative engineering solutions in the energy sector.
- Qualifications: Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field and PMP/APM qualifications.
The predicted salary is between 55000 - 70000 £ per year.
Imagine leading the charge in securing new business for our Substation Upgrades team as an Engineering Bid Project Manager. Your day will be filled with dynamic challenges as you drive the pre‑award phase for complex technical projects across the UK. You’ll lead the bid process from start to finish, ensuring each proposal is competitive, technically sound, and commercially viable. Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to develop innovative solutions and manage risks, and play a pivotal role in our business growth. This role is based in either Newcastle upon Tyne or Leeds and you must have full permanent UK right to work to be considered.
How You’ll Make an Impact
- Lead the entire bid process for substation upgrade projects, from opportunity assessment to client negotiation.
- Develop comprehensive bid schedules and coordinate inputs from engineering, sales, finance, and legal teams.
- Collaborate with engineering teams to define project scope and develop technical and commercial solutions.
- Manage bid budgets, cost estimation, and pricing strategies in partnership with the commercial team.
- Act as the primary contact for bid activities, managing communication and risk mitigation strategies.
What You Bring
- A Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Project Management, or a related field.
- Proven experience in project management within the engineering, energy, or utilities sector.
- Demonstrable expertise in managing complex bids and tenders for technical projects.
- Project Management Professional (PMP) and Association for Project Management (APM) qualifications.
- Strong skills in bid management, financial acumen, and stakeholder communication.
About The Team
Our Substation Upgrades team is at the forefront of driving business growth through innovative engineering solutions. We focus on delivering high‑quality, competitive proposals that meet client needs and exceed expectations. Our team thrives on collaboration and is committed to expanding our impact in the energy sector through strategic project management and technical excellence.
Our Commitment to Diversity
Through diversity, we generate power. We run on inclusion, and our combined creative energy is fueled by over 130 nationalities. Siemens Energy celebrates character—no matter what ethnic background, gender, age, religion, identity, or disability. We energise society, all of society, and we do not discriminate based on our differences.
Rewards and Benefits
- Opportunities to work with a global team
- Opportunities to work on and lead a variety of innovative projects
- Medical benefits
- Remote/flexible work
- Time off/paid holidays and parental leave
- Continual learning through the Learn@Siemens‑Energy platform
- Access to a variety of employee resource groups
Engineering Bid Project Manager in Leeds employer: Siemens Energy
Siemens Energy is committed to sustainable energy solutions, employing over 100,000 people globally. The Substation Upgrades team focuses on delivering high-quality proposals and innovative projects, fostering collaboration and diversity across 130 nationalities. Enjoy flexible work arrangements and access to various employee resource groups.
