Submissions Manger - Water NZ

Overview

Lead writing and production of winning water sector bid submissions.

Key Responsibilities

• bid writing
• submission management
• document compilation
• sme coordination
• win strategy
• peer review

Tasks

-Working with graphic designers to devise submission look and feel and visual content to enhance and support written responses -Compiling all required documentation (including schedules, price and commercial responses etc.) to ensure complete, compliant submissions -Interviewing and working with SMEs to develop attributes for submissions, providing guidance on required approach to ensure high quality content, with time and effort right-sized for the value, complexity and procurement method engaged -Contributing to the development of win strategies and ensuring they are clearly articulated and backed up by evidence throughout our submission -The Submissions Manager will work on bids in the water sector. You will be responsible for developing winning tenders and proposals, working closely with bid managers in the Energy & Utilities pre-contracts teams and subject matter experts (SMEs) in our operational businesses to write the non-priced schedules for expressions of Interest, requests for tenders and other bid-related responses in New Zealand. -Preparing bid writing plans, liaising with contributors to ensure timely input and completion of tender sections, and managing non-priced attribute review and feedback processes as per best-practice standards -Leading the writing and production of compliant, compelling and client-focused bid submissions, presentations and other bid and new business-related content aligned to agreed bid strategies -Providing guidance to bid team contributors and submissions coordinators to drive best-practice in bidding and support capability development. This includes taking an active role in peer review.

Requirements

• apmp
• ms office
• adobe pro
• risk management
• tender writing
• content writing

What You Bring

Downer is seeking an experienced Submissions Manager to join our team in NZ, various locations available This role requires significant levels of content writing. Candidates must have a high level of capability in writing and editing technical content, and a strategic mindset to capturing compelling solutions. What you'll do -A track record of producing and writing multi-million dollar winning tenders and proposals (construction sector experience is highly desirable) -Proficient leading reviews of bid/tender documents to ensure quality, risk and compliance standards are met -APMP qualification is desirable -Relationship builder who can communicate at all levels, team focussed -Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with meticulous attention to detail and a strong command of MS Office tools and Adobe-Pro -Strong ability to write significant volumes of content, using interviewing techniques and research to define content approach -Understanding of risk management for projects, bids/tenders -A creative and innovative mindset with the confidence to challenge and extend thinking, contributing to the development of winning concepts and solutions

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Benefits

-Management support coupled with ongoing training and mentoring -Career enhancing opportunity to work within an ASX limited company -Personalised career development and growth working with an industry leading team. -Employee benefits including health and wellness initiatives -Competitive remuneration package

About Downer

-specializes in delivering integrated services across multiple sectors, including infrastructure, energy, and utilities. -supports both private and public sectors with a diverse portfolio spanning construction, maintenance, and operations. -undertakes large-scale projects such as road construction, rail, energy, and water infrastructure. -has an expansive footprint in Australia and New Zealand, deeply involved in supporting national and regional development. -notable projects include urban transport systems, renewable energy installations, and vital utilities services. -has a strong focus on innovation, utilizing the latest technology to deliver efficient and sustainable solutions.

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