M&E BID Manager
We are seeking an M&E BID Manager with a strong emphasis on writing skills to craft technical and business content for bids and prequalification proposals. In this role, you will take charge of managing bids from inception to completion, contributing to our bid pipeline's success. Your responsibilities will encompass writing, reviewing, and editing content, collaborating with bid team members to ensure timely submission of bid responses and presentation materials aligned with customer requirements. As a pivotal member of our business strategy and development team, you will drive our growth trajectory. Mastery of bid lifecycle management is essential for success in this role.
Key Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with the Group Estimating Manager/Director to establish estimating approaches and strategies, including value propositions, methodologies, and delivery approaches.
- Craft clear, concise, and comprehensive content to contribute to cohesive tender submissions in coordination with various disciplines.
- Work closely with Mechanical, Electrical, and CSA Estimating Managers, as well as other stakeholders, to gather accurate and high-quality information for bid development within specified deadlines.
- Demonstrate meticulous attention to detail in extracting and summarizing bid documents for distribution among involved parties.
- Independently manage bids of diverse scales (e.g., RFTs/PQQs) from initiation to conclusion, exhibiting strong managerial skills in coordinating across multiple disciplines.
- Collaborate with the Marketing team to ensure accuracy and currency of available documentation for RFTs/PQQs.
- Create visually engaging content consistent with Jones brand guidelines, leveraging graphics expertise.
- Lead innovation in bid processes and materials, continuously seeking to enhance estimating approaches and strategies.
- Schedule and facilitate meetings, managing communication and coordination among various individuals and departments.
- Coordinate team communications across multiple disciplines.
- Engage with the Construction Team to provide comprehensive explanations of estimates, scopes of work, quotes, and offer aspects for successful project transition post-bid acceptance.
Skills and Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Quantity Surveying from an accredited institution.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in the M&E engineering industry.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Suite, particularly PowerPoint and Excel.
- Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively within a team environment.
- Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Strong multitasking abilities and adeptness at managing competing priorities.
- Outstanding communication skills with a demonstrable ability to convey information effectively.
- Excellent record-keeping and administrative capabilities.
- Proficient problem-solving and analytical skills.