Bid Manager

At Alstom, we understand transport networks and what moves people. From high-speed trains, metros, monorails, and trams, to turnkey systems, services, infrastructure, signalling and digital mobility, we offer our diverse customers the broadest portfolio in the industry. Every day, 80,000 colleagues lead the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide, connecting cities as we reduce carbon and replace cars.

Could you be the full-time hybrid Bid Manager in Pittsburgh, PA, US we’re looking for?

Your future role

"Take on a new challenge and apply your project and bid management expertise in a new cutting-edge field. You’ll work alongside collaborative and dynamic teammates.
You'll play a pivotal role in delivering winning proposals, ensuring Tender Quality Costs Delivery Performance (QCDP) commitments are met for high or medium critical bids. Day-to-day, you’ll work closely with teams across the business (including Tender Leaders, Sub-System Bid Managers, and Support Functions), coordinate tender preparation activities, and drive compliance with Alstom’s rules and processes, and much more."

We’ll look to you for:

• Coordinating internal activities to identify and understand customer needs. ,

• Managing the tender process and ensuring adherence to safety, quality, and compliance standards. ,

• Ensuring compliance with applicable Alstom rules, instructions, and ethical guidelines. ,

• Promoting the company and its product offerings. ,

• Collaborating closely with the Tender Leader and multidisciplinary tender teams. ,

• Building and managing the tender schedule to prepare and deliver the offer on time. ,

• Analyzing requests for proposals (RFP) and defining bid operational strategies. ,

• Preparing and issuing Instructions for Quotation (IFQ) and other critical documentation. ,

• Driving QCD optimization and obtaining clear commitments from stakeholders. ,

• Preparing technical descriptions, compliance matrices, risk reviews, and customer-facing documentation."

All about you

We value passion and attitude over experience. That’s why we don’t expect you to have every single skill. Instead, we’ve listed some that we think will help you succeed and grow in this role:

• Bachelor’s degree in business, engineering, or other related discipline. ,

• 5 years of experience or understanding of Project/Bid Management, including costing, planning, and risk management. ,

• Knowledge of financial rules (e.g., consolidated costs, cash curve, hedging), contractual aspects (e.g., bonds, guarantees), and legal obligations. ,

• Strong communication and reporting skills. ,

• Familiarity with tender processes and customer interactions. ,

• Negotiation skills. ,

• Ability to manage efficient teamwork under tight deadlines and high-pressure conditions. ,

• Customer-oriented mindset. ,

• Resilience and adaptability when navigating complex projects. ,

• Good sense of anticipation and problem-solving skills.

Things you’ll enjoy

Join us on a life-long transformative journey – the rail industry is here to stay, so you can grow and develop new skills and experiences throughout your career. You’ll also:

• Work with experienced professionals in Project & Bid Management to deliver winning proposals and ensure smooth project transitions. ,

• Progress towards becoming a key contributor to Alstom’s global success by mastering complex bid processes and strengthening your strategic and leadership skills. ,

• Collaborate with transverse teams and helpful colleagues. ,

• Contribute to innovative projects,

• Steer your career in whatever direction you choose across functions and countries,

• Benefit from our investment in your development, through award-winning learning

You don’t need to be a train enthusiast to thrive with us. We guarantee that when you step onto one of our trains with your friends or family, you’ll be proud. If you’re up for the challenge, we’d love to hear from you!

Important to note

As a global business, we’re an equal-opportunity employer that celebrates diversity across the 63 countries we operate in. We’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace for everyone.

Important to note

As a global business, we’re an equal-opportunity employer that celebrates diversity across the 63 countries we operate in. We’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace for everyone.