Bid Submissions Lead — Major Transport Projects

Downer Group; Auckland; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Downer Group in Auckland City, NZ is seeking a Senior Submission Coordinator to lead the development of compelling submissions for major transport and infrastructure projects. This full-time, on-site role collaborates with writers and designers to translate client requirements into winning proposals.

You'll manage end-to-end tender processes, coordinate stakeholders across the business, and ensure timely, high-quality content that supports growth.

Qualifications

• Proven experience developing high-quality submissions, bids, or tender responses.
• Exceptional writing and communication skills for customer-focused content.
• Strong stakeholder management and relationship-building abilities.
• Excellent organisation and project management, handling multiple priorities.
• Civil construction experience is an advantage but not required.

Responsibilities

• Produce engaging, persuasive, high-scoring written content that supports business growth and project success.
• Manage complex tender submissions, ensuring deadlines and quality standards are met from planning to final submission.
• Build and maintain strong relationships across the business to influence outcomes and support successful bids.
• Maintain a high level of organisation and adaptability in a fast-paced environment, delivering quality outcomes.

Skills

Tender writing

Excellent writing

Stakeholder mgmt

Project management

Attention to detail

Civil construction

Job description

Downer Group in Auckland City, NZ is seeking a Senior Submission Coordinator to lead the development of compelling submissions for major transport and infrastructure projects. This full-time, on-site role collaborates with writers and designers to translate client requirements into winning proposals.

You'll manage end-to-end tender processes, coordinate stakeholders across the business, and ensure timely, high-quality content that supports growth.