Key Responsibilities
General Responsibilities:
1. Compile and manage an extensive database containing all tender documents and associated information.
2. Establish and update pricing/estimating databases while documenting the Cost of Non-Performance and Lessons Learned.
3. Work closely with the bidding team in APAC country to foster ongoing enhancements in process development, integrating the latest customer requirements and insights.
Tender Review:
1. Support the country in the pipeline review process and standards, ensuring the pipeline pool is consistently updated.
2. Take charge of the local tender team to assess and analyze tender invitations, requests for proposals (RFPs), or requests for quotations (RFQs) to comprehend project requirements.
Technical Proposal Development:
1. Take ownership of assigned projects and oversee the commercial aspects, including subcontracts, to ensure the preparation of the most fitting proposal based on the bidding strategy.
2. Facilitate key progress meetings such as Tender Kick Off, Progress Review, Risk Review, Clarifications, Tender Approval, and Project Handover.
3. Collaborate with technical experts to craft a compelling technical proposal aligned with project specifications.
4. Verify that the technical proposal comprehensively addresses all technical requirements.
5. Liaise with project management and technical teams to gather the necessary information for tender submission.
6. Work in coordination with the Engineering and supply chain teams to identify and secure the most optimized solutions.
Tender Submission and Follow-Up:
1. Prepare and submit tenders within the designated deadlines.
2. Monitor and track the status of submitted tenders, addressing any inquiries or clarifications from the client or tendering authority.
Cost Estimation and Budgeting:
1. Solicit proposals from vendors and subcontractors and assess their submissions.
2. Seek proposals from vendors and subcontractors, then assess the received proposals.
3. Develop cost estimates encompassing materials, labor, equipment, and subcontractors necessary for the project.
4. Assess potential project risks and contingencies that could influence the cost estimate.
Requirements
1. Minimum of 5 years of experience in roles related to tendering, bidding, engineering, technical design, or equivalent.
2. Possess technical knowledge in M&E systems for effective follow-up on M&E work.
3. Previous experience in industry segments such as Industrial, Data Center, Renewables, Power Transmission & Distribution, Buildings, etc., would be beneficial.
4. Solid technical understanding of High, Medium, or Low Voltage products/switchgears and solutions from similar competitors.
5. Proficient in English with strong written and verbal communication skills; proficiency in spoken Mandarin is advantageous.
6. Familiarity with tendering software and tools such as WPS, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.
7. The role demands a high degree of adaptability and professionalism.
8. Demonstrated strong passion for delivering results with keen attention to detail.
