Black & Grey HR is recruiting for a diversified group seeking a Tendering Manager responsible for overseeing strategic estimation and tendering processes within the transmission division, while spearheading business development initiatives through high-level stakeholder engagement.The role requires a proactive approach to gain a competitive edge in bids and ensure the efficient sourcing of key materials, like cables, to support long-term division and project profits. Additionally, the person in this role will align business development goals with the company's overall strategy, driving sustainable growth and innovation.
<b>Responsibilities:</b>
<b>Tendering and Estimation:</b>
- Develop and implement strategies for creating accurate and competitive cost estimates for power transmission projects, including substations and overhead lines(OHL).
- Lead collaboration with external customers like utility authorities and private clients, as well as internal teams (operations and management) to ensure bids meet technical and financial requirements.
- Conduct site visits and create detailed reports to support accurate estimates and project planning.
- Respond to client questions and concerns about proposals with timely and effective communication.
- Build and maintain a database of pre-qualified vendors and subcontractors to improve bid competitiveness.
- Track and report on submitted tenders to improve bid success rates.
<b>Business Development Support:</b>
- Identify and prioritize valuable business opportunities based on tendering and estimation activities.
- Provide the business development team with insights about upcoming tenders, market trends, and competitors.
- Act as a strategic advisor to ensure alignment between operations, management, estimation, and business development teams to achieve goals.
<b>Material Sourcing:</b>
- Develop and manage strategic sourcing for key materials, especially cables, focusing on quality, cost, and supply chain reliability in coordination with the Supply Chain Division.
- Maintain strong relationships with key suppliers.
<b>Contract Management:</b>
- Align cost estimates and material sourcing with overall contractual goals and risk management strategies.
- Work with project leadership to proactively address and resolve any changes or variations, aiming to maximize profitability.
<b>Cost Efficiency:</b>
- Continuously assess and improve cost estimates and material sourcing strategies to boost profitability.
- Lead monthly strategy sessions with the project team to evaluate cost performance and take advantage of market opportunities
Requirements- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
- Min 15 years of experience in tendering, estimation, or business development in power transmission.
- Strong expertise in strategic sourcing and managing supplier relationships, especially for critical materials like cables.
- In-depth knowledge of power transmission systems, substations, and overhead line (OHL) projects, with a focus on strategy.
- Excellent skills in strategic planning, negotiation, and stakeholder management.
- Proficient in advanced estimation tools, project management software, and Microsoft Office.
- Solid understanding of sustainability practices and ESG compliance frameworks.
- Proven track record of leading projects under tight deadlines while handling multiple high-priority tasks.
- Extensive experience working with major utilities and influencing government tenders.
Benefits- Attractive Salary & Benefits
Skills
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
- Min 15 years of experience in tendering, estimation, or business development in power transmission.
- Strong expertise in strategic sourcing and managing supplier relationships, especially for critical materials like cables.
- In-depth knowledge of power transmission systems, substations, and overhead line (OHL) projects, with a focus on strategy.
- Excellent skills in strategic planning, negotiation, and stakeholder management.
- Proficient in advanced estimation tools, project management software, and Microsoft Office.
- Solid understanding of sustainability practices and ESG compliance frameworks.
- Proven track record of leading projects under tight deadlines while handling multiple high-priority tasks.
- Extensive experience working with major utilities and influencing government tenders