Equans Solar and Storage, a subsidiary of Equans, part of the Bouygues Group, is looking for its future Bid Manager
Based in Sydney
Company Overview
Leveraging decades of experience, Equans Solar & Storage is the one-stop partner for scaled, integrated and performant solutions on solar & storage energy projects.
Our mission: serving energy transition and low carbon world by empowering the deployment and integration of solar and storage solutions.
We provide solar PV & hybrid plants, energy storage, innovation and solar PV B2B customers.
Operating in 15 countries, with more than 1,500 experts dedicated to solar PV and high voltage, Equans Solar & Storage has installed over 6GW solar energy capacity worldwide, 550 MWh BESS and is operating and maintaining approximately 2GW of solar PV plants.
Our Australian team consists of approximately 50 highly skilled engineers, and it is expanding rapidly due to the growth of large-scale hybrid projects.
Position Overview
Manage bid preparation being responsible for coordination with internal and external stakeholders to obtain all deliverable required to submit winning bids.
The team you'll be joining
Our Australian team consists of approximately 50 highly skilled engineers, and it is expanding rapidly due to the growth of large-scale hybrid projects. As we enter into current opportunities involving substations and Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), our central engineering team overseas will provide support to ensure smooth integration and implementation.
In this role, you will report daily to the Business Development Director in Australia. Additionally, you will maintain frequent communication with Project Managers,



ensuring cohesive collaboration and successful project outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
Opportunity Assessment & Bid Strategy
Support business development activities during project origination and customer engagement.
Maintain an opportunity pipeline and tender schedule.
Bid Planning & Coordination
Lead multidisciplinary bid teams across engineering, procurement, commercial, legal, HSE, and project delivery functions.
Develop bid execution plans, schedules, responsibilities, and submission milestones.
Manage internal and external stakeholders to ensure timely delivery of tender inputs.
Organise and chair bid review meetings and risk workshops.
Technical Proposal Development
Coordinate development of EPC technical solutions for:
Utility-scale Solar PV projects
Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)
Hybrid Solar + BESS facilities
Grid connection and substation works
SCADA, Energy Management Systems and plant controls
Ensure compliance with client specifications, grid requirements, and regulatory obligations.
Commercial & Costing Management
Lead the preparation of EPC cost estimates and pricing models.
Coordinate quotations from suppliers, subcontractors, and strategic partners.
Develop commercial qualifications and assumptions.
Contract & Risk Management
Review EPC contracts, technical specifications, and commercial terms.




Coordinate legal and commercial reviews.
Present risk profiles to management and approval committees.
Proposal Preparation & Submission
Prepare and manage high-quality proposal documents.
Coordinate executive summaries, project execution strategies, technical responses, and commercial schedules.
Negotiation & Project Handover
Support commercial negotiations with customers and partners.
Participate in contract finalisation and award activities.
Coordinate lessons learned and bid close-out reviews.
Ensure structured handover of awarded projects to delivery teams including all assumptions, risks and commitments.
The profile we're looking for:
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Project Management, Commerce, or related discipline.
Minimum 5 years' experience in EPC, renewable energy, power generation, transmission, or infrastructure projects.
Minimum 3 years' experience in bidding, tendering, estimating, project development, or commercial management.
Our recruitment process
An initial conversation with the recruiter/Local HR
One or two interviews with the hiring manager or relevant team lead
A final conversation may be held with an additional senior team member.
We'll keep you informed every step of the way – our process is guided by transparency and care.
Our Commitment
At Equans, we believe in the value of diverse talent. This role is open to all candidates, including individuals with disabilities. We are committed to fostering a culture of diversity, inclusion, and safety – key pillars of who we are as a company.
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📌 Bid Manager F/M (Sydney)
🏢 Bouygues
📍 Sydney