Regional Tender Unit (Proposals) Director

Egis; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Competitive wages

Flexible schedules

Job summary

A leading global consulting firm is seeking a Regional Tender Unit Director to oversee tendering and bidding activities in North and South America. This role involves strategic proposal delivery, managing high-value projects, and leading teams within a complex environment. The ideal candidate possesses extensive bid experience, strong commercial acumen, and excellent stakeholder management skills. They will work in a dynamic environment focused on sustainability and innovation, with a competitive salary and benefits package.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in strategic bidding within North & South America.
• Exceptional proposal delivery and execution skills.
• Effective in high-pressure, multi-tasking environments.

Responsibilities

• Accountable for tendering and bidding activities.
• Implement governance controls and monitor tender forums.
• Manage tender development, establishing teams for high-value projects.

Skills

Competitive bid experience

Proposal delivery strategy

Problem-solving

Stakeholder management

Commercial acumen

Education

Relevant qualification in Engineering or Business

Job description

Egis is a global consulting and engineering firm working in construction, transport and mobility services. Joining our Group and its over 21,000 employees means, above all, sharing our values as a people‑first company, strongly committed to sustainability and innovation. As one of the world’s leading consultancy, construction engineering and operating firms, we hold ourselves responsible for today’s biggest challenges; fighting climate change, the digital transition and meeting the needs of growing populations. We do this by designing smart, green infrastructure, transport and buildings, creating a sustainable future for communities everywhere.

Job Description

Being based in one of Egis’ Americas offices (preferably Chicago, Denver or Toronto), the Regional Tender Unit Director reports to the Americas Chief Commercial Officer and is accountable for the successful tendering and bidding activity in the region, in partnership with the Country Managing Directors, Business Line Directors and Commercial Managers.

This includes being accountable for:

• Ensuring compliance with Egis governance (P1 Process), ethics and compliance, sustainability, profitability outcomes, delivery and reputational outcomes
• Implementing a rigorous control around Egis governance for IFI founded opportunities
• Ensuring the performance of the Tender Unit Production Centre and of the Country Tender Units, to ensure successful proposal production with clear win themes
• Monitoring tender forums
• Coordinating and filing Go/No-Go Bid/No Bid decisions
• Building the Tender Unit Production Centre, inc. digital and IA delivery of proposals
• Planning for future tenders and tender resources based on pipeline information
• Tendering and securing of Major and Strategic Pursuits within the region through winning bid strategy, robust pursuit planning and successful bid execution in complex partnering environments (contractors & engineering partners)
• Standardizing the deliverables for governance approval across the region
• Aligning priorities for the regional bidding activities with regional growth priorities.

The Regional Tender Unit Director will work closely with the Global Head of the Tender Unit Production Centre to access CRM data analysis and reporting, high volume production capability for repetitive or administrative tasks. The Regional Tender Unit Director is also part of the Global Tender Unit Network.

The Regional Tender Unit Director will also work closely with Subregional / Countries Tender Unit Managers, Commercial Teams, Bid Directors, and Senior Leaders.

The role manages tender development for strategic bids, improving processes, tools, and resources to deliver cost-effective, high-quality submissions. Acting as Bid Director on Major & Strategic Pursuits, the position establishes tender teams, secures partnerships, develops strategies, and ensures financial and contractual outcomes meet corporate objectives. Governance and compliance are central, with strict adherence to group processes, DOA obligations, and ethics standards.

Stakeholder engagement spans regional and global teams, fostering collaboration and leveraging best practices. Leadership duties include mentoring high-performing staff, connecting diverse teams, and promoting a culture of accountability, agility, and continuous improvement. The role sets clear performance objectives, drives strategic initiatives, and enhances corporate capability. Finally, it upholds Egis’ commitment to safety, environment, and quality, ensuring responsible project delivery and rigorous risk management across all pursuits.

Qualifications

• Highly capable manager with proven senior level experiences in competitive bid experience preferably in the North & South America region
• Exceptional skills in proposal delivery strategy, design, and execution
• Proactive problem‑solving skills, including the ability to draw insights from data and develop recommendations
• Ability to work independently and effectively in a high‑pressure, fast‑paced environment handling multiple tasks simultaneously
• Strategically minded, able to think creatively around Egis objectives and design the detailed steps necessary to achieve these goals. Capable of driving insight to action

Prerequisite

• Extensive knowledge of the built environment & infrastructure major projects market
• Proven track record in securing high-value projects in a competitive environment
• Strong business development capability, with demonstrated success in pursuit management and sales strategies
• Exceptional stakeholder management and influencing skills, with experience navigating complex government and industry landscapes
• Experience with a broad range of commercial and contractual structures and arrangements
• Experience building and leading teams within a matrix organization, balancing global alignment with local execution
• Strong commercial acumen, with the ability to evaluate opportunities and manage risks effectively
• Proven history in the leadership, governance and delivery of high performing major projects
• Excellent organizational, communication, and problem‑solving skills
• Fluent in English
• Knowledge of French, Spanish and/or Portuguese would be an asset

Preferred

• Relevant tertiary qualification in Engineering, Business, Commerce or Marketing or associated qualification
• Exposure to international project environments and cross‑border collaboration

Additional Information

• Opportunity to participate in a full range of employee benefits including, health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance beginning the first day of the month following the first 30 days of continuous employment.
• 401(k) plan beginning the first day of the month following 90 days of continuous employment with 4.5% company match.
• Gracious Paid Time Off (PTO) package with increased accrual rates with tenure, along with 9 paid holidays.
• Competitive wages and potential bonus opportunities offered. The wage offered for this position ranges between $140,000 - $180,000 (depending on experience, licensure, and candidate location).
• Flexible schedules and potential hybrid schedules offered.
• Paid parental leave offered beginning the first day of the month following the first 30 days of continuous employment.
• Educational assistance / Tuition Reimbursement.

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