Bid Proposal Manager

Leader Energy; Selangor; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A renewable energy company in Malaysia seeks a Bid Proposal Manager to coordinate the development of proposals, ensuring compliance with RFP guidelines. The role requires 5–6 years of experience in bid writing, a degree in engineering or a related field, and strong organizational and communication skills. You will lead cross-functional teams to create winning proposals and manage multiple concurrent projects under pressure.

Qualifications

• 5–6 years of experience in proposal or bid writing, preferably in engineering and renewable energy.
• Knowledge of the renewable energy sector and experience navigating policies and regulations.
• Strong technical writing and editing skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end proposal development from RFP receipt to final submission.
• Research client needs and industry trends to craft compelling value propositions.
• Ensure proposals are error-free and comply with submission requirements.

Skills

Proposal development

Technical writing

Project management

Research

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, or equivalent

Tools

Proposal software

Job description

The Bid Proposal Manager will lead the creation and delivery of high-quality, technically accurate

proposals, bids, and tenders. This individual will coordinate cross-functional contributions, ensure strict compliance with RFP guidelines, and drive persuasive, client-centric narratives that win projects in renewable energy sectors.

Key Responsibilities:

1.Proposal Strategy & Coordination

• Lead end-to-end proposal development—from RFP receipt through final submission.
• Conduct initial assessment of RFPs/RFIs to determine feasibility and strategic fit.
• Facilitate proposal kick-off and strategy alignment meetings with Engineering, Project Finance and Operations teams.

2. Research & Content Development

• Research client needs, industry trends, and competitor offerings to craft compelling value propositions.
• Gather technical and commercial inputs from subject matter experts to inform methodology, timeline, and budget sections.

3. Document Creation & Quality Assurance

• Structure proposals with clear sections such as executive summary, technical approach, project scope, deliverables, qualifications, timeline, and pricing.
• Write persuasively, adapting technical content for diverse stakeholders—regulators, clients, and internal reviewers.
• Ensure proposals are error-free, well-formatted, and fully compliant with submission requirements (layout, fonts, word/page limits, attachments).

4. Collaboration & Workflow Management

• Leverage proposal tools and collaboration platforms to streamline drafting and editing.
• Serve as liaison for SMEs, reviewers, and approvals; schedule reviews and incorporate feedback.

5. Project & Deadline Management

• Develop detailed proposal timelines with milestones (e.g., drafting, reviews, sign-offs, submission).
• Manage multiple concurrent proposals, ensuring on-time delivery under pressure and rapid-turnaround environments.

6. Submission & Follow-Up

• Submit proposals via appropriate client platforms or physical deliveries; confirm and track receipt.
• Monitor outcomes and capture win/loss feedback to improve future proposals.

Qualifications/Experiences:

• 5–6 years of experience in proposal or bid writing, preferably within engineering & renewable energy sector
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Electrical/Mechanical/Civil), Environmental Science, Business, Communications, or equivalent
• Professional certification such as APMP (Association of Proposal Management Professionals).
• Knowledge of the renewable energy sector and experience working with government agencies to navigate policies and regulations.
• Basic understanding of the technical requirements for energy systems in industrial utilities, with additional knowledge of rooftop solar being advantageous.
• Strong technical writing and editing skills, with an eye for clarity, compliance, and persuasive structure.
• Excellent project management and organization—comfortable handling multiple proposals simultaneously.
• Research-savvy, capable of analyzing markets, competitors, and client needs.
• Experience with proposal software, content libraries, and automated compliance tools.
• Good organisation and communication skills are essential.
• Good interpersonal relationship, strategic thinking, highly organized, team player, and good problem-solving skills.
• Mature, self-motivated, disciplined, work credible and reliable.
• Good communicator with excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong collaboration and ability to work with both senior leadership as well as operational and working level executives.