deputy general manager

CORPORATE OFFICE, Kolkata, West Bengal, India

Department

TENDERING, BIDDING & ESTIMATION

Job posted on

Sep 24, 2025

Employee Type

REGULAR

Experience range (Years)

14 years - 20 years

JOB DESCRIPTION

SECTION I: BASIC INFORMATION ON THE ROLE

Position Name

Costing, Estimation & Tender DGM (Power Projects – EPC)

Function

Line of Business

Power

Grade

Reporting to

Functionally

Administratively

Roles Reporting into

No. of employees

Role Description

SECTION II: JOB SUMMARY

The Costing, Estimation & Tender DGM will be responsible for preparing accurate cost estimates, tender documentation, and techno-commercial proposals for large-scale Power EPC projects (Generation, Transmission, Distribution, Substations, Renewable & Hybrid Systems). The role demands strong expertise in analyzing project requirements, reviewing technical specifications, and ensuring competitive yet profitable bidding.

SECTION III: DO – KEY ACTIVITIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE ROLE

Perspective

Responsibility

Job Responsibilities

1. Tendering & Bidding

2. Lead the end-to-end tendering process for EPC power projects (thermal, renewable, substations, transmission lines, BESS-integrated projects, etc.).

3. Review tender documents, scope of work, contract conditions, and technical specifications.
4. Identify risks, clarifications, deviations, and value-engineering opportunities.
5. Coordinate with engineering, procurement, and execution teams for input during bid preparation.
6. Prepare comprehensive techno-commercial bid proposals ensuring compliance with client requirements.

2. Costing & Estimation

• Develop detailed cost estimates covering civil, mechanical, electrical, I&C, balance of plant, transmission, and auxiliary systems.
• Analyze vendor/supplier/subcontractor quotations for accuracy and competitiveness.
• Build cost models including materials, labor, equipment, logistics, overheads, and contingencies.
• Maintain a cost database and benchmarking for various EPC projects.
• Conduct sensitivity and risk analysis to evaluate the impact on project cost.

3. Contract & Documentation

• Draft pricing sheets, BOQ, and bid documentation in line with client formats.
• Ensure commercial terms, taxation, duties, and statutory compliance are captured in cost models.
• Support contract negotiations with clients and subcontractors.
• Provide clarifications and post-bid support until award of contract.

4. Coordination & Stakeholder Management

• Collaborate with engineering, design, SCM, project execution, and finance teams for accurate inputs.
• Liaise with clients, consultants, and statutory authorities for bid/tender-related matters.
• Support senior management with bid strategy, competitor analysis, and pricing recommendations.

Job Description

• Expertise in cost estimation techniques & EPC pricing models.

• Strong commercial acumen and negotiation skills.

• Deep understanding of power sector regulations, codes, and tendering processes.

• Analytical mindset with attention to detail.

• Strong leadership & team management skills.

• Ability to work under pressure with tight deadlines.

• Excellent communication and presentation skills.

SECTION IV: DELIVER – KEY OUTPUTS / RESULTS FROM THE ROLE

Key Performance Indicators (KPI) What are the measurable indicators for the role?

Measurable Deliverables

• 10–18 years of experience in Costing, Estimation & Tendering for Power EPC Projects (Generation/Transmission/Distribution/Renewables).

• Proven track record of handling tenders for projects ranging from 50 MW to 500 MW+ or large infrastructure contracts.

• Strong knowledge of EPC project cost structures, bid management, FIDIC contracts, and government tendering norms.

• Familarity with SAP/ERP costing tools and MS Excel-based cost models.

SECTION V: DISPLAY – KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

In this section, please mention the qualification, technical skills and capabilities which are essential to execute the role. It may be a reflection of your own qualification and skills

Qualification and technical skills required to execute the role. Please mention any functional knowledge. E.g. PhD in xyz

Qualifications

• Bachelor's/Master's in Electrical Engineering, Renewable Energy, or related field.

Technical Skills

• MS Office & Project,
• Knowledge of SAP is preferred

Experience levels required to execute this role

E.g. 2-5 yrs of experience as an Electrical Engineering in Battery/Solar Grid

Specific Experience

• years in electric engineering in Battery/Automative.

Over all Experience

• years in electric engineering in Battery/Automative.

Behavioral skills / competencies required for the role. E.g. Attention to detail

Behavioral Skills

• Accuracy of project cost estimates vs. actual execution cost.
• Success ratio of bids/tenders won vs. submitted.
• Timely submission of proposals within deadlines.
• Risk identification & mitigation in bid documents.
• Contribution to achieving company order booking targets.

SECTION V: KEY INTERACTIONS

Mention names of the roles which are not in your department with whom this role interacts

Key Interaction – Internal

Nature or purpose of interaction

Team Members and Inter-departmental members

• Seek instructions, provide technical advice

• Keep them informed of progress