Senior Bid Coordinator

Cushman & Wakefield; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Cushman & Wakefield is seeking an experienced Senior Bid Coordinator to deliver high-quality submissions that secure major client partnerships across Australia. You will transform ideas into winning proposals, driving compliance, branding, and timely lodgements.

Based in Australia, this role offers opportunities to work with senior stakeholders and mentors while contributing to a growing portfolio of bids across sectors.

Qualifications

• Proven experience coordinating proposals, tenders, bids, or submissions.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Word and PowerPoint.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong project management and organisational capabilities.
• Experience mentoring or coaching team members.

Responsibilities

• Lead the coordination and production of high-quality, compliant bid submissions and tender responses.
• Manage bid timelines and submission milestones from initiation through to lodgement.
• Review tender documentation, identify requirements, assess risks, and coordinate responses.
• Ensure all proposals meet branding, quality, and compliance standards.
• Mentor and support the Bid Coordinator, fostering a collaborative and high-performing culture.
• Maintain and improve bid content libraries and proposal management systems.
• Coordinate executive documentation, approvals, travel arrangements, expenses, and document execution for the Head of IFM.
• Work closely with subject matter experts, operational teams, and external stakeholders to develop compelling proposal content.
• Support proposal lodgements and manage multiple competing deadlines.
• Contribute during peak bid periods, including occasional extended hours when required.

Skills

Bid Coordination

Proposal Management

Tender Submissions

Stakeholder Collaboration

Attention to Detail

Tools

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Job Title

Senior Bid Coordinator

Job Description Summary

We're seeking an experienced Senior Bid Coordinator to play a critical role in delivering compelling, strategic, and high-quality submissions that help secure major client partnerships across Australia. This is an exciting opportunity for a bid professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys transforming ideas into winning proposals. If you're highly organised, detail-oriented, and have a passion for producing standout tender responses, we'd love to hear from you.

Job Description

Shape Winning Proposals. Influence Major Deals. Grow Your Career.

At Cushman & Wakefield, we don't just respond to opportunities, we create them.

Essential Requirements

• Open to applicants located in Sydney, Melbourne, Canberra, Brisbane, and Adelaide
• Australian Citizenship is a mandatory requirement for this position
• Demonstrated experience coordinating proposals, tenders, bids, or submissions is essential

What's In It For You?

Flexibility & Autonomy

Enjoy the flexibility to manage your workload while partnering with stakeholders across our national business.

Career Development

Gain exposure to a diverse portfolio of bids and proposals across multiple sectors, offering significant opportunities for professional growth.

Learn From The Best

You'll work directly with one of the most respected leaders within our Integrated Facilities Management (IFM) business, known for developing talent, encouraging innovation, and building high-performing teams.

Make A Real Impact

Your work will directly influence strategic growth initiatives and major client wins that shape the future of our business.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the coordination and production of high-quality, compliant bid submissions and tender responses
• Manage bid timelines and submission milestones from initiation through to lodgement
• Review tender documentation, identify requirements, assess risks, and coordinate responses
• Ensure all proposals meet branding, quality, and compliance standards
• Mentor and support the Bid Coordinator, fostering a collaborative and high-performing culture
• Maintain and improve bid content libraries and proposal management systems
• Coordinate executive documentation, approvals, travel arrangements, expenses, and document execution for the Head of IFM
• Work closely with subject matter experts, operational teams, and external stakeholders to develop compelling proposal content
• Support proposal lodgements and manage multiple competing deadlines
• Contribute during peak bid periods, including occasional extended hours when required

About You

You are an experienced bid or proposal professional who understands what it takes to produce winning submissions.

You will bring:

• Demonstrated experience in Bid Coordination, Proposal Management, Tender Management, or Pursuit Coordination
• Strong experience preparing and coordinating complex tender submissions and proposals
• Intermediate to Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word and PowerPoint
• Exceptional document formatting, editing, and presentation skills
• Strong project management and organisational capabilities
• Outstanding attention to detail and ability to manage multiple deadlines
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Experience mentoring, coaching, or guiding team members
• Ability to influence and collaborate with stakeholders at all levels
• Experience working with proposal content libraries, templates, and bid management systems
• Adobe Creative Suite experience will be highly regarded
• Understanding of benefits-led selling and client-focused proposal development

Ready To Help Us Win?

If you're an experienced bid professional looking to elevate your career with a global industry leader, we'd love to hear from you.

As an equal opportunity employer, Cushman & Wakefield encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and female candidates to apply. Cushman & Wakefield promotes safety at all times.

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