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Bid Manager - Major Projects

Australia UGL Approximately AUD $160,000–$220,000 per year plus superannuation and potential bonus*
Job Description

UGL is seeking a Bid Manager to lead major-project tender submissions in Australia. The role typically requires experience managing complex bids, preferably within infrastructure, rail, resources, energy, or industrial services. Candidates should be capable of developing bid strategies, coordinating technical, commercial, legal, finance, and operations contributors, managing schedules and submission risks, and producing clear, compliant, and persuasive proposals. Strong written and verbal communication, stakeholder management, commercial awareness, attention to detail, and proficiency with tender systems and Microsoft Office are expected. Experience with major clients, government procurement processes, partnerships, and competitive proposal development would be advantageous. The successful candidate will work collaboratively, meet demanding deadlines, uphold UGL's safety and integrity standards, and help secure profitable, strategically important projects.

Company Info

UGL is an Australian engineering, construction, and maintenance company and part of the CIMIC Group. It delivers complex projects and long-term services across transport, rail, energy, resources, water, defence, communications, and industrial infrastructure. Its work includes designing and building assets, maintaining operational facilities, and providing asset-management and technical services for government and private-sector customers. UGL operates across Australia and supports projects ranging from major rail and public transport programs to power generation, renewable energy, mining infrastructure, and national facilities. The company places strong emphasis on safety, quality, sustainability, collaboration, and delivery certainty. Employees commonly work within multidisciplinary teams, partnering with clients, subcontractors, suppliers, and other CIMIC businesses. A Bid Manager in UGL's major-projects environment would contribute to winning strategically significant work and shaping proposals that meet customer, commercial, technical, and compliance requirements.

Destination Guide

Australia offers opportunities in infrastructure, engineering, construction, transport, mining, renewable energy, healthcare, technology, and professional services. Major employment centres include Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, and regional project locations. Workplace culture is generally practical, direct, safety-conscious, and collaborative, with strong expectations around professionalism and work-life balance. Lifestyle varies from vibrant cities and coastal living to regional communities, outdoor recreation, and extensive travel distances. Skilled workers usually need an appropriate visa, such as employer-sponsored pathways, skilled migration, or a temporary skills visa; eligibility depends on occupation, qualifications, experience, English ability, health, and character requirements. Relocating involves budgeting for housing, transport, insurance, tax, and possible regional travel. Seek current advice from the Australian Department of Home Affairs because visa rules and occupation lists change. Employers may assist with relocation, but this should be confirmed before accepting an offer.

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