Proposal Manager, Mining

AECOM is actively searching for an experienced Proposal Manager to work with our global mining team.

In this role you will be responsible for leading key proposals and presentations providing support and guidance from pre-RFP positioning and capture through to interview stage as required; as well as leading proposal teams that support mining or other environmental infrastructure and water related contracts.

The ideal candidate will offer experience across international and U.S.-based proposals exceptional proposal writing and leadership skills a track record of rigorous compliance proven pre-positioning and capture experience and innovative design thinking

Job Responsibilities will include but not be limited to:

• Accountable for timely compliant accurate and persuasive proposal development and leadership. Responsible for leading large complex priority must win pursuits from capture through to interview stage as required.

• Understands capture planning best practice and provides robust support and guidance to capture managers in development of the win strategy.

• Serves as coach for interview Q&A and preparing team for global or must win opportunities.

• Facilitates color reviews (Pink and Red team) and applies lessons learned to add value to proposal and win plan.

• Serves as a compliance reviewer and reviewer on color reviews (pink and red teams) for priority pursuits applying in-depth institutional knowledge.

• Participates actively in Go/No-Go decisions capture strategy development and greenlight analyses drives compliance with delegation of authority guidelines capture planning and positioning activities and provides leadership and direction where required.

• Familiar with the Go/No-Go process and provides guidance as necessary.

• Analyzes debriefs and applies lessons learned to add value to strategy and reviews.

• Contributes to leadership and strategic direction for proposals for their account and reports on client pipeline internal business development strategies capture planning proposal efforts and debriefs related to that client or market.

• Is a subject matter expert for specific client/portfolio or sector.

• Actively supports marketing strategy and content development related to clients/markets in collaboration with marketing communications client account managers (CAMs) and business lines as necessary.

• May supervise small number of staff or serve as an active mentor to Bid Management Coordinators or Specialists. Supports content development for the website brochures and other digital media and thought leadership in collaboration with Client Account Managers (CAMs) or Market Sector Leaders as required.

• Accountable for results of proposal activity on time and within budget

Qualifications :

Minimum Requirements

• BA/BS 8 Years of experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education
• Previous experience leading business proposals in the environmental infrastructure or mining sectors.

Preferred Qualifications:

• BA/BS preferably in Journalism English Communications Marketing or a related field
• Working knowledge of and interest in the A/E industry including AECOMs mining related clients projects people credentials and competitors.
• A thorough understanding of effective proposal and presentation best practices and tools including how to convey messages themes discriminators and responses to evaluation criteria clearly and effectively.
• Demonstrated experience applying industry best practices and procedures to support positioning client or business development processes.
• Strong proposal writing and editing skills including grammar and style.
• A strong working knowledge of desktop publishing software (e.g. Adobe Creative Suite) graphics programs (e.g. InDesign Adobe Acrobat Photoshop) word processing programs (e.g. Microsoft Word) spreadsheet management (Excel) and presentation software (e.g. PowerPoint).
• A working knowledge of collaborative tools such as Microsoft Teams SharePoint etc.
• An understanding of CRM. Salesforce experience is a plus.
• Initiative skill and personal commitment to manage multiple projects and details concurrently follow up and bring tasks and projects to full completion.
• Professional demeanor and excellent interpersonal skills.
• Ability to exercise discretion with confidential/sensitive issues.
• Ability to work independently and with others.
• Diplomacy with peers and internal clients in handling challenging situations.
• Resourceful problem solver.

Additional Information :

Relocation assistance is not offered for this position.

This position does not include sponsorship for United States work authorization now or in the future.

About AECOM 

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status AECOM benefits may include medical dental vision life AD&D disability benefits paid time off leaves of absences voluntary benefits perks flexible work options well-being resources employee assistance program business travel insurance service recognition awards retirement savings plan and employee stock purchase plan. 

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What makes AECOM a great place to work 

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts youll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills helping you build the career youve always envisioned. Here youll find a welcoming workplace built on respect collaboration and communitywhere you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity. 

As an Equal Opportunity Employer we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. 

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time