Pre Construction Lead

McConnell Dowell; Auckland; On-site; NZD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Built Environs in Auckland seeks a Pre Construction Lead to drive bid strategy and governance for complex tenders in the New Business team. You will manage submissions, lead client-focused responses and maintain accurate Greenhouse records to support opportunity pipelines.

You will collaborate with clients, consultants and suppliers, coordinate interviews and debriefs, and ensure compliant, compelling tender submissions that align with client criteria.

Qualifications

• Relevant tertiary qualification in construction / engineering or equivalent industry experience.
• Demonstrated experience leading complex construction tenders, bids or submissions within a deadline-driven environment.
• Strong understanding of tender governance, risk management, estimating, programme, design, commercial and construction interfaces.
• Experience administering a customer relationship management or opportunity pipeline system; Greenhouse experience is preferred.
• Excellent planning, facilitation and organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple opportunities and deadlines.
• Clear, persuasive written and verbal communication with strong presentation and stakeholder management.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of company and joint venture tenders throughout the bid period, from launch to submission and clarification.
• Establish the bid strategy, programme, budget, deliverables, responsibilities and governance plan, and monitor performance.
• Lead the development of clear, compliant submissions that respond to client requirements and evaluation criteria.
• Own and administer Greenhouse for Built Environs, ensuring opportunities, stages, values, dates and actions are accurate.
• Prepare pipeline, tender status and opportunity reports for leadership review and planning.
• Develop relationships with clients, consultants, partners and supply chain to strengthen market presence.
• Lead tender interviews, presentations and post-tender negotiations in coordination with business leaders.
• Arrange debriefs for successful and unsuccessful bids and record lessons learned.

Skills

Tender leadership

Governance & risk management

Client relationship management

Stakeholder management

Planning & organisational skills

Presentation & communication

Microsoft Office proficiency

CRM/Greenhouse experience

Education

Tertiary qualification in construction/engineering

Tools

Greenhouse

Job description

About the Role

We have a great opportunity for a Pre Construction Lead to join our New Business team in Auckland.

As a Pre Construction Lead, you will be responsible for

• Manage all aspects of company and joint venture tenders throughout the bid period, from launch to submission and clarification.
• Establish the bid strategy, programme, budget, deliverables, responsibilities and governance plan, and monitor performance throughout the tender.
• Lead the development of clear, compelling and compliant submissions that respond directly to the client’s requirements and evaluation criteria.
• Own and administer Greenhouse for Built Environs, ensuring opportunities, stages, values, probabilities, dates, contacts and actions are accurate and current.
• Prepare regular pipeline, tender status and opportunity reports for leadership review and business planning.
• Develop productive relationships with clients, consultants, partners and supply chain organisations to strengthen Built Environs’ market presence and opportunity pipeline.
• Lead tender interviews, presentations, clarifications and post-tender negotiations in coordination with the relevant business leaders.
• Arrange client and internal debriefs for successful and unsuccessful bids, record lessons learned and ensure agreed improvements are implemented.

About You

To be successful in this role you will have:

• Relevant tertiary qualification in construction / engineering or equivalent industry experience.
• Demonstrated experience leading complex construction tenders, bids or submissions within a deadline-driven environment.
• Strong understanding of tender governance, risk management, estimating, programme, design, commercial and construction interfaces.
• Experience administering a customer relationship management or opportunity pipeline system; Greenhouse experience is preferred.
• Excellent planning, facilitation and organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple opportunities and competing deadlines.
• Clear, persuasive written and verbal communication, with strong presentation, stakeholder management and influencing capability.
• Commercially aware and client-focused, with the confidence to promote Built Environs and develop productive market relationships.
• Proficient in relevant Microsoft Office and in-house systems, with a disciplined approach to data accuracy and document control.

Providing a better life

Built Environs delivers complex projects across Australia and New Zealand that support how people live, work, and play. We achieve quality outcomes safely through strong relationships, practical thinking, and trusted delivery that provides a better life for the communities we serve.

If you are passionate about delivering design and building excellence, this is your opportunity to join a dynamic company, dedicated to providing talented professionals with the opportunity to develop their careers in a positive and rewarding cultural environment.

Built Environs is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities and invites applications from all nationalities, genders, and cultural backgrounds.