If you thrive under deadlines, love turning complex ideas into polished proposals, and want to see your work directly influence project wins, this Bid Manager role is your next big career move. The Company: This established commercial fitout contractor is known for delivering exceptional projects across Melbourne. With a leadership team boasting decades of experience, this is a business where collaboration, expertise, and attention to detail are highly valued. You’ll join a dynamic, project-driven environment where quality and precision are paramount, and where your contributions to winning work are integral to the company’s continued growth. The Opportunity: We’re seeking a Bid Manager to take ownership of tenders, EOIs, and client submissions, playing a critical role in securing exciting projects. In this role, you’ll work closely with senior leaders, estimators, and project teams to bring together high-quality, compelling bids from start to finish. Your focus will be on strategy, coordination, and presentation – ensuring every submission reflects the professionalism and high standards this team is known for. Key Responsibilities: Lead the end-to-end bid process, managing EOIs, tenders, RFPs, and capability submissions from concept through to delivery. Develop and implement bid strategies and content plans tailored to each client. Collaborate with key stakeholders (leadership, estimators, PMs) to source, refine, and present critical information. Produce polished documents with exceptional attention to detail, ensuring brand consistency and clear messaging. Manage and maintain templates, boilerplate content, and resource libraries for continuous improvement of submissions. Drive innovation in presentation, utilising Adobe InDesign and other creative tools to create visually compelling proposals. Contribute to marketing content, including capability statements, brochures, and case studies, to support business development efforts. What You Bring: Proven experience in bid coordination or bid management within construction, fitout, or related sectors. Exceptional writing, editing, and communication skills with a flair for producing persuasive and client-focused content. Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple submissions and deadlines. Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign essential). A strategic mindset and commercial acumen to contribute to the company’s growth. A collaborative, team-focused approach combined with the confidence to take ownership of processes and outcomes. Why Apply: This is an exciting opportunity to join a respected business and take ownership of a critical function that has a direct impact on growth. You’ll have the autonomy to lead the bid process, work closely with senior decision-makers, and see your contribution come to life through successful project wins. If this sounds like you or if you’d like to explore career progression in the construction sector, click ‘Apply Now’ or contact Kylie Kilpatrick at 0416 049 448. Your name and details will not be shared without your consent.
