Senior Bid Coordinator/ Writer

About the role

The ideal candidate will possess outstanding written communication skills and must build relationships quickly. You must be organised, efficient and adaptable, with excellent attention to detail and the ability to produce documents of a very high standard. You must also remain calm when working under pressure and be comfortable working independently and within a team. Occasionally, you will need to be flexible and work outside your standard hours to meet deadlines.

The role is suited to someone who enjoys working in an exciting and rapidly changing environment, working within a friendly team, where quick turnarounds are expected, and work covers a variety of sectors, assignments and projects.

Ideally, you will have a background working in the construction or property industry, for an engineering, project management or professional services firm.

The role is a full-time fixed term contract until December 2024 with expected commencement in February with a monthly salary (including super) of up to $9,000 (subject to experience).

Day to day tasks would involve:

• Managing the preparation and submission of major and strategic tenders and panels for key clients
• Driving bid process including bid programs and deliverables
• Writing win themes, executive summaries and non-technical responses
• Liaising with technical specialists to write technical responses including methodologies
• Coordinating tender workshops and meetings, including reviews
• Writing and editing personnel CVs and project case studies
• Working with Graphic Designers to develop graphics and preparing documents, presentations and collateral that are aligned to Stantec brand guidelines
• Proof-reading and editing documents
• Ensuring bids are compliant and follow company procedures and governance
• Meeting deadlines and driving teams to meet deadlines
• Finalising documents before issue
• Adhering to Stantec professional standards, ethics and quality procedures

To be successful for this role you'll need:

• 5 years’ related work experience in bid writing and management
• Ideally with experience in bid writing within the construction / engineering industry (Transport sector experience would be very favourable)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite – advanced level of MS Word competency is mandatory
• Ability to manage competing priorities, be self-motivated and meet deadlines
• Strong communication skills to engage/collaborate with a wide variety of staff from a wide variety of backgrounds at various levels of the business
• Have a positive outlook and strong work ethic as well as an ability to think outside the box
• Excellent written skills, attention to detail and a positive, can-do attitude

What we offer

Along with a competitive salary we offer many other benefits to ensure your professional development & wellbeing is ongoing.

• Genuine Flexible Working Arrangements - Including work from home opportunities
• Learning and Talent Development Programs - Including Global programmes, online learning and on-the-job learning
• Mentoring for your own development and the opportunity to mentor others
• A friendly, high performing team environment, with dedicated and enthusiastic staff committed to producing high quality service and deliverables
• Mental Health and Wellbeing Programs
• Employee Assistance Program

About Stantec

The Stantec community unites approximately 28,000 employees working in over 400 locations across six continents. We collaborate across disciplines and industries to bring buildings, energy, resources, water, environmental, transport and infrastructure projects to life. Our work from initial project concept and planning through design, construction, and commissioning begins at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships.

Communities are fundamental. Whether around the corner or across the globe, they provide a foundation, a sense of place and of belonging. That's why at Stantec, we always design with community in mind. We care about the communities we serve—because they're our communities too. We're designers, engineers, scientists, and project managers, innovating together at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships. Balancing these priorities results in projects that advance the quality of life in communities across the globe.

Culture

Stantec is serious about healthy work-life balance, diversity, inclusion & equity, indigenous relations, innovation, community engagement, corporate sustainability, and social wellbeing. We have employee groups for women, LGBTQI , neurodiversity, and more! Our employees play sport, fundraise, volunteer, learn, and have fun together.

How to apply

If this position is of interest, please apply via the link below.

Please note that no agency applications will be accepted at this time.