The Role
Ventia has an exciting opportunity for an experienced Bid Manager to lead end‑to‑end bid activity across the Resources, Environmental, Power, Water & Gas sectors.
The Bid Manager will oversee the full opportunity lifecycle—from initial kick‑off through to contract award. This includes shaping and finalising win strategies, developing solutions and pricing, engaging stakeholders and bid teams, coordinating legal and governance reviews, managing day‑to‑day proposal development, and guiding negotiations.
The role also supports handover to transition or operational teams, as well as bid close‑out activities.
This is a permanent full time position and can be based on Victoria, New South Wales or Queensland.
Key responsibilities include:
- Lead and build a winning team culture in the bid team
- In consultation with the Senior Manager Bidding – Infra/Telco and the Sector GM(s) establish the bid resources commitment and budget necessary for the bid
- Facilitate the establishment and implementation of a winning bid strategy and value for money solutions, driving the development and formation of unique and compelling value propositions
- Effectively plan, programme and manage the preparation of bids, assurance and approvals that are assigned to the role in accordance with Ventia policies and procedures, ensuring bids are submitted on time
- Engage and communicate that strategy to the bid team, and overview the execution of that strategy throughout the tender process
- Assign and monitor tender team tasks and deadlines
- Manage client interfaces and tender documentation
- Coordinate the estimate, risk management, commercial review, and methodology and programme to ensure consistency and alignment with the written submission and the bid strategy
- Manage the preparation of a clear and concise delivery methodology and programme as part of working documentation and inclusion in the tender document
- Ensure external quotations are sourced and managed in accordance with the system, including RFQ documentation and accompanying Commercial Terms
To be successful in this role it is essential that you possess the following:
- Proven track record of successfully leading large (+$20M) proposals in a service delivery and/or construction environment
- A minimum of 3 years’ experience bidding in a blue collar service delivery environment; previous experience in Resources, Infrastructure (power/water) and / or Telco industry sectors and a wide range of commercial models is an advantage
- Comprehensive understanding of capture management / tendering processes and the interplay between contracts, operations and commercial outcomes
- Proven track record in forming and leading project teams; collaborative and inclusive working methods, ability to quickly assess management requirements and address issues
Diversity
Ventia is enriched by the diverse experiences, talents and cultures that our people bring to the organisation, while celebrating and respecting the communities we operate in. We are committed to providing a safe and positive environment that provides equal opportunities for individuals of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, Māori and Pasifika people, LGTBQI+, Women, Veterans and spouses and people with disabilities.
What We Offer You
Not only do we offer a competitive salary and career growth, we have also partnered with some reputable organisations to be able to offer discounts on Health Insurance, Banking (new home loans, credit cards, everyday bank accounts), flights & accommodation, car hire, car leasing and much more.
How to apply
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Position Reference Number: 165962
