Make it yours

Experience the excitement of building your career in our evolving construction company, where people and performance make amazing things happen.

Who we are

We're Symal, a proudly different group of companies with a story of significant growth, pushing what’s possible as one of Australia’s largest self-performing contractors.

We innovate with intent – problem solving and delivering the best outcomes to our partners, communities and each other - that’s what has made Symal a success and will continue to into the future.

It’s not what we do that defines us, it’s how we do it, building better together.

The role: 

As our pipeline of civil infrastructure, solar and renewable energy projects continue to grow, we are looking for a Senior Bid Manager to join the Pre-Contracts team, critical in securing new work and strengthening our market position.

Reporting to the Pre-Contracts Manager and working with the wider team, you will take ownership of the end-end tendering process across our national business.

Role can be based at either of our Geelong or South Melbourne head offices.

Your everyday:

As a Senior Bid Manager, you will coordinate bid responses across delivery, estimating, commercial and partner inputs, ensuring each submission clearly demonstrates our capability, value and experience.

• Take the lead in the preparation and submission of high-quality EOI’s and tenders
• Provide leadership, mentoring and construction expertise to the precontracts team
• Prepare and present post tender presentations or attend interview
• Assist the estimating manager to identify and implement learning and development opportunities amongst the team
• Be a key contributor in the continual improvement of internal systems and processes

Who are you? 

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or related field
• More than 5 years of proven experience managing tenders or bids within the civil construction, infrastructure or renewable energy sectors
• Prior background in estimating, project engineering or commercial management desirable
• Demonstrated ability to manage the full bid lifecycle, initial opportunity assessment through to submission, negotiation and handover to delivery teams
• Passion for developing your career with Symal and be mentored by industry experts

A career with us

At Symal, we've always known that people and performance make amazing things happen. Work like ours needs problem solvers, bold thinkers and genuinely good people. If you're looking for a passionate team and a pathway to career success, now's the time to make it yours.

There are plenty of good reasons to dig into a career at Symal.

• Forge pathways: We open doors to diverse, challenging and future-shaping construction projects to expand your experience and develop your career.
• Get ahead: From early career support and specialised learning to leadership development, we back you with tailored development programs to help you reach your goals. Success is defined by your direction and progress.
• Keep well: A healthy and happy workplace builds a brighter future. With wellness benefits, discounted health insurance, a perks and rewards platform and an industry-leading employee assistance program, we’re here to support you when you need it.
• Stay social: People are the core of Symal. Our leading-edge work and breakout spaces stocked with snacks bring the best out of our teams and keep them fuelled for their next challenge, while our social calendar is stacked with events to connect, celebrate and reward our people.

Diversity of thought fuels our progress

Our inclusion offerings are designed to open doors for individuals who may not see a traditional entry point into the construction industry. We’re empowering women to thrive in construction through Shine, championing veteran career transitions through Resolve and building meaningful careers for Aboriginal people with Wamarra - helping you build a future where you belong.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, veterans and individuals from diverse cultural and life experiences are encouraged to apply.

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