09 Jul Senior Bid Specialist/Manager | Architecture Firm

Posted at 13:45h in Australia, Business development, Permanent, Pursuits and proposals by Charles Handley

Locations: Brisbane | Job ID: 14727856

  • Join a leading architecture firm involved in every Olympics since Barcelona 1992 and FIFA World Cups
  • Opportunity to transition across from law, engineering, accounting or broader B2B services
  • Play a crucial strategic role in a growing team
  • Candidates from Adviser through to Senior Manager are encouraged to apply
  • Well supported and highly regarded team

Are you a strategic thinker with experience managing high value bids in practice, strategic manner? I’m looking for a senior bid expert to join a progressive, growing Business Development team at a leading international architecture practice in Brisbane. A renowned global architectural design firm, my client is leading the way in redefining the landscape of sports and entertainment venues across the globe. 

This is a unique global company built on the philosophy and power of drawing large groups of people together to have incredible experiences. The firm has designed iconic projects all over the world that encompass stadia, convention and exhibition centres, airports, integrated resorts, high performance training facilities, e-sports and entertainment arenas, and mixed-use venues.

Responsibilities

  • Coordinate bid submissions as part of a connected team from the overall win strategy through to the detailed submission.
  • Develop and maintain the bid schedule and timeframe ensuring that inputs are submitted on time.
  • Advise and support prepositioning analysis and input into project go/no-go decisions through providing market analysis, competitor analysis etc.
  • Contribute to the formulation of the bidding strategy, taking into consideration client trends, ToRs requirements, competitors’ approach and the team’s configuration and capacity.
  • Minimise risk to the business and ensure tenders are submitted in line with the firm’s policies and processes, keeping open communication channels and working with all relevant internal stakeholders.
  • Provide coaching and mentoring to other members of the broader team on the overall bid process, approach and details.
  • Constantly updating our assets and information sheets to ensure they remain up to date and relevant.
  • Support the Head of BD, Bids & Communications to help ensure everyone is across possible risks, challenges and opportunities.
  • Assist in the maintenance of office systems including updating of the Integrated Management System.
  • At all times ensure the safety of yourself, other team members, clients and visitors at workplace or site locations.
  • Develop an awareness of and follow all current Policies and Procedures for the location, region and global practice.

What are we looking for?

I am actively seeking a Senior Bids Specialist to join the dynamic team based in Brisbane.

  • 5+ years’ experience in bid management and submission role/s within the professional services industry.
  • Embody four cultural values: Integrity, Entrepreneurial Creativity, Excellence and fun!
  • Exceptional attention to detail inclusive of thoughtful and diligent work practices.
  • Collaborative skills to work effectively within a team environment, as well as the ability to work autonomously.
  • Ability to seek, and take, direction and feedback.
  • Self-driven work ethic and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

To apply, or to have an exploratory conversation in the strictest of confidence, please contact Charles Handley at Dalton Handley. Your CV will not be sent to any firms without your prior consent.