Bids and Tenders Lead

Fyfe is a progressive engineering, surveying, environmental, and town planning consultancy that services clients across a range of sectors, including renewables, oil and gas, mining and resources, property and infrastructure, government, defence and environmental services. We are Australian owned and have offices nationally, with 700+ employees and growing.

About the Role

We're looking for a Bids & Tenders Lead to drive our end-to-end bid process—bringing together people, insights and exceptional content to deliver submissions that stand out for all the right reasons.

If you love owning the process from initial opportunity right through to polished, compliant delivery this is your role.

What You'll Do

As our Bids & Tenders Lead, you'll be the engine behind our most important proposals. Your focus includes:

Bid Management & Coordination

• Lead the full bid lifecycle—from identification through to submission
• Keep a strategic big picture view while juggling multiple high‑profile bids
• Facilitate kick-off sessions, guide teams, maintain communication and keep timelines sharp
• Prepare and manage bid documentation, trackers, meetings and deliverables

Content Development & Quality Control

• Work closely with SMEs and technical teams to craft accurate, compelling content
• Manage templates, version control, brand alignment and content quality
• Coordinate updates, escalate delays when needed, and ensure final outputs are polished, persuasive and compliant

Stakeholder Engagement

• Collaborate with Business Development and client-facing teams to bring intelligence, insight and strategy into every submission
• Build trusted relationships across internal and external stakeholders
• Support general enquiries, past proposal requests and marketing collateral needs

Documentation & Bid Library Management

• Curate project profiles, CVs, templates and graphic inputs
• Maintain a well-organised bid library and respond to pre-qualification questionnaires
• Assist with reports, supporting documents and ad‑hoc proposal tasks

What You Bring

Essential

• Proven experience in senior bid, tender or proposal coordination
• Advanced Microsoft Office capability
• Strong understanding of tender requirements and processes
• Ability to manage multiple complex bids
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills

Highly Desirable

• Experience in property, infrastructure, energy, resources or professional consulting
• Qualifications in Business, Marketing, Communications or similar
• Experience in a consultancy environment

Personal Attributes

• Big-picture thinker with meticulous attention to detail
• Energetic, proactive and solutions-focused
• Highly organised, adaptable and thrives under deadlines
• Strong integrity, confidentiality and team mindset

Why You'll Love It Here

You'll play a pivotal role in shaping our growth, influencing strategy, and partnering with passionate experts across the business. Every bid you lead will help define our future direction—and you'll have the autonomy, support and resources to shine.

Our Benefits:

• Flexible Working Conditions: Enjoy contemporary and inclusive working conditions
• Employee Referral Program: Earn $5000 through our referral program
• Diverse Role: Engage in a variety of responsibilities and projects
• Inclusive Culture: Join a social, collaborative, and inclusive team with regular social and networking events
• Professional Development: Receive competitive pay and financial support for your professional growth
• Exclusive Discounts: Benefit from discounts at over 470 retailers (banking, accommodation, cars, retail, and more)
• Salary Sacrificing Options: Take advantage of salary sacrificing for motor vehicles, portable devices, and e-bikes
• Additional Leave: Access an extra 6-week paid purchase leave

How to apply:

If you feel that now is as good a time to make a change, then we encourage you to apply by clicking on the APPLY FOR THIS JOB button below.

Please note, only applicants with full Australian working rights will be considered. The successful applicant will be required to undergo a national police check.

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Please note agency applications will not be accepted. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.