Proposal Manager - Design

Morson Edge; Sydney; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Morson Edge in Sydney is seeking a Proposal Manager for Workplace Design & Construct. This hands-on role leads a small team, drives submissions from start to finish, and ensures high-quality, visually compelling proposals. Hybrid role with collaboration across design, construction and client-facing activities.

You'll guide the Proposal and Graphics Coordinator, develop written content, oversee layouts, and maintain deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Experience managing proposals/bids within construction or design environments.
• Excellent writing and communication skills.
• Strong eye for graphics and layout quality.
• Ability to mentor and guide a junior team member.

Responsibilities

• Manage proposals from start to finish and coordinate input from design, construction, and wider teams.
• Develop and review written content and oversee graphics, layouts and presentation quality.
• Manage deadlines and competing priorities; ensure submissions are accurate and competitive.
• Guide and develop the Proposal and Graphics Coordinator.

Skills

Proposal management

Leadership

Written communication

Graphic presentation

Team coordination

Job description

Proposal Manager | Workplace Design & Construct

$120,000–$150,000 + Super | Sydney CBD

Take ownership of proposals for an established workplace D&C business. Lead a small team, shape submissions and enjoy hybrid flexibility.

• Lead and develop a Proposal & Graphics Coordinator

• Hybrid working | Sydney CBD
• Lead and develop a Proposal & Graphics Coordinator
• Workplace Design & Construct environment

I've met plenty of people working in proposals over the years. The really good ones don't just get submissions out the door. They understand what makes a business stand out and know how to bring that through in the finished proposal.

That's the type of person I'm looking for here.

I'm recruiting for an established workplace Design & Construct business looking for someone to take ownership of its proposals function.

They need someone who can manage the process, work closely with different teams and make sure every submission is well written, visually considered and competitive.

You’ll also have a Proposal and Graphics Coordinator working with you, so there's an opportunity to guide someone who's still developing their experience.

Why this role is worth considering

This isn't simply about managing deadlines and pulling information together. You'll have a real say in how the business presents itself to prospective clients, from the written content through to the graphics and overall presentation.

It's a hands-on management role where you'll be trusted to take ownership of the proposals process while supporting a developing team member.

What you'll be doing

• Manage proposals and submissions from start to finish


• Coordinate input from design, construction and wider teams


• Develop and review written content


• Oversee graphics, layouts and presentation quality


• Manage deadlines and competing priorities


• Guide and develop the Proposal and Graphics Coordinator


• Ensure submissions are accurate, consistent and competitive

What they're looking for

• Proposals, bids or submissions experience within Construction and/or Design


• Proposal Manager, Bid Manager or Submissions Manager background


• Strong Senior Proposal Coordinators ready to step up considered


• Excellent writing and communication skills


• A really good eye for graphics and visual presentation


• Strong organisation and attention to detail


• Comfortable working autonomously in a busy environment


• Confidence guiding and supporting a junior team member


• Full, unrestricted Australian working rights (no sponsorship available) and currently residing in Australia

Role standouts

What stood out to me when discussing this role was how important presentation quality is to the business.

They’re not looking for a Graphic Designer, but someone who understands how good writing, graphics and layout come together to make a strong proposal.

If you're already managing submissions, or you're a Senior Coordinator ready to take the next step, I think this is worth a conversation.