Tendering and Costing Manager - Solar Projects

Job Title : Tendering & Costing Engineer – Solar EPC Projects

Location : Roofsol Mumbai Head Office

Experience : 5–8 years

Department : Sales and Business Development

Role Summary

The Tendering & Costing Engineer will be responsible for preparing techno-commercial proposals, costing, BOQs, and bid submissions for rooftop and ground-mounted solar EPC projects. The role requires strong understanding of solar engineering, vendor pricing, site assessment, and tender documentation.

Key Responsibilities

1. Tendering & Proposal Preparation

Study tender documents, drawings, specifications, and technical requirements.

Prepare pre-bid queries, deviations, compliance statements.

Coordinate with internal design, procurement, and project teams for inputs.

Prepare complete techno-commercial bid submissions within deadlines.

2. Cost Estimation & BOQ

Prepare accurate costing sheets for EPC solar projects (Rooftop, Ground, Industrial, C&I).

Develop detailed BOQ including modules, inverters, structures, BOS, cabling, AC / DC works, civil works, SCADA, etc.

Create cost benchmarks and maintain updated cost database.

3. Vendor & Supplier Coordination

Obtain quotations from suppliers, contractors, and service providers.

Evaluate vendor offers technically and commercially.

Identify cost-saving opportunities and alternative materials.

4. Site Assessment & Technical Understanding

Conduct remote or on-site project feasibility assessments.

Understand site layout, load analysis, shading, structure feasibility, and preliminary design requirements.

Support design team with preliminary layouts and engineering calculations when needed.

5. Commercial & Financial Analysis

Prepare pricing models, cash flow, profitability analysis, and risk assessment.

Support senior management in price finalization.

Compare competitor pricing and market trends.

6. Documentation & Compliance

Prepare tender documentation including datasheets, compliance sheets, project methodology, and credentials.

Maintain repository of past tenders, costing references, and templates.

7. Skills & Competencies Required

Strong knowledge of solar PV systems, components, and EPC execution.

Proficiency in MS Excel, costing tools, and BOQ preparation.

Understanding of AutoCAD / PVsyst (preferred).

Good commercial acumen and negotiation ability.

Strong analytical and documentation skills.

Ability to work under tight deadlines.

8. Qualification

• B.Tech. / B.E. – Electrical Engineering (Preferred).
• Experience in solar industry preferred; EPC / project experience highly valued.

9. Preferred Background

Experience in C&I rooftop solar, ground-mounted solar, or industrial EPC projects.

Exposure to DISCOM norms, safety standards, and tender portals (GeM, SECI, NTPC, State Nodal Agencies).

Company Description : -

We are a leading player in the rooftop solar EPC industry in the country, holding significant rankings such as the 2nd largest Rooftop Solar EPC Player till 2025. Our integrated EPC team of 200 people across India possesses comprehensive in-house capabilities in Engineering, Procurement, Construction, and After Sales Services. We work with international and national investors, offering various financing options such as PPA, EMI, and Leasing models.