Project and Proposals Manager - Bulk Material Handling

Metso Corporation; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global engineering company seeks a Manager (Projects and Proposals) – Bulk Material Handling in Cape Town, South Africa. You will lead a team of engineers and project managers, overseeing proposal development and project execution. Responsibilities include ensuring compliance with client specifications and industry standards, fostering collaboration, and driving project success. The ideal candidate should possess a technical degree and extensive experience in project management, with strong skills in proposal writing and risk assessment. Enjoy a culture committed to sustainability and personal growth.

Benefits

Global incentive program

Hybrid working possibilities

Extensive learning opportunities

Inclusive culture

Worldwide support

Qualifications

• 6–12 years of experience in project management, proposal development.
• PMP Certification and/or extensive project management experience required.
• Ability to multitask under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Manage proposal engineers and project managers, providing guidance.
• Foster collaboration between engineering, procurement, and commercial teams.
• Oversee preparation of technical and commercial proposals.
• Ensure compliance with client specifications and industry standards.
• Drive cost estimation and risk assessment.
• Monitor project progress and resolve technical challenges.

Skills

Project management methodologies (e.g., PMI, PRINCE2)

Proposal Writing & RFP Analysis

Financial forecasting

Technical understanding of bulk material handling systems

Contract and scope change management

SAP proficiency

Leadership and mentoring

Clear and confident communication

Analytical thinking and problem solving

Education

Technical Degree

Tools

SAP

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Project and Proposals Manager - Bulk Material Handling

Primary Location: Cape Town, ZA

Join an industry leader and make a positive change in the sustainable use of the world’s natural resources. Together, we will transform the business and drive the industry toward a greener future.

At Metso, you will be supported by our inclusive culture and a network of colleagues from around the world. With us, you will embark on a personal growth journey and are encouraged to realize your potential. This is your invitation to rise above the possible.

Job posting end date: 02/20/2026

JOB TITLE: Manager (Projects and Proposals) – Bulk Material Handling, Cape Town, South Africa

We are seeking a Manager (Projects and Proposals) – Bulk Material Handling to lead, mentor, and coordinate a team of Proposal Engineers and Project Managers responsible for the development of competitive, high-quality proposals and the successful execution of large, complex bulk material handling projects.

This role will oversee the full project lifecycle, from early engagement and tender strategy through detailed engineering, procurement, project execution, and final delivery. The successful candidate will ensure technical accuracy, commercial competitiveness, risk management, and compliance with client and regulatory requirements.

The Manager will work closely with engineering, procurement, construction, and commercial teams to align resources, schedules, and budgets, while maintaining a strong focus on safety, quality, and performance. They will also provide leadership in establishing best practices, improving proposal and project delivery processes, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.

In this position, you will report to the Director (Bulk Material Handling)

This position is mainly based in Cape Town, Gauteng

TEAM YOU BELONG TO

The Manager (Projects and Proposals) will be part of a multidisciplinary bulk material handling team comprising experienced engineers, project managers, and commercial specialists. The team works collaboratively across engineering, procurement, construction, and business development to deliver innovative, reliable, and cost-effective material handling solutions.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Manage proposal engineers and project managers, providing guidance, mentoring, and performance management
• Foster collaboration between engineering, procurement, and commercial teams
• Follow and promote global processes, standards, and best practices across proposals and project execution
• Oversee the preparation of technical and commercial proposals for port and bulk material handling solutions
• Ensure compliance with client specifications, industry standards, contractual requirements, and company strategy
• Drive cost estimation, risk assessment, value engineering, and constructability reviews to optimise solutions
• Support project managers in project planning, scheduling, resource allocation, and preparation for execution
• Monitor project progress, budgets, risks, and quality to ensure delivery in line with contractual milestones and deadlines
• Resolve technical, commercial, and logistical challenges during proposal development and project execution
• Support and lead interfaces with clients during proposal, negotiation, and project delivery phases
• Coordinate with internal departments and global functions (engineering, logistics, global project management, and proposals teams) to ensure alignment and consistency
• Align proposals and projects with business objectives, profitability targets, and long-term growth strategy
• Identify and implement opportunities for process improvement, standardisation, and innovation in port and bulk material handling solutions
• Support contract review, change management, and claims mitigation in collaboration with commercial and legal teams
• Contribute to workload planning, resource forecasting, and capability development within the projects and proposals team

WHO YOU ARE

• Technical Degree or relevant prior experience essential
• 6–12 years of experience in project management, proposal development
• PMP Certification and/or extensive PM experience essential.
• Strong commercial acumen and demonstrated project management experience and ability
• Strong technical knowledge of bulk material handling systems
• Commercial acumen and contract management expertise
• Ability to multitask under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Excellent working knowledge of PCM process in SAP

HARD AND SOFT SKILLS THAT ARE ESSENTIAL FOR THIS ROLE

• Project management methodologies (e.g., PMI, PRINCE2)
• Proposal Writing & RFP Analysis: Strong skills in drafting, editing, and tailoring proposals
• Financial forecasting, budgeting, and cost control
• Technical understanding of bulk material handling systems
• Contract and scope change management
• SAP proficiency, especially PCM processes
• Risk assessment and mitigation strategies
• Leadership and mentoring across project teams
• Clear and confident communication
• Stakeholder engagement and relationship building
• Analytical thinking and problem solving
• Adaptability in high-pressure environments
• Negotiation and conflict resolution

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU

• An inspiring purpose - Enabling sustainable modern life. Minerals and metals are the backbone of essential functions in the modern world. However, there's a pressing need for more sustainable solutions to collect and process them. At Metso, you get to be part of transforming the industry and making a positive change
• Compensation and rewards - Global incentive program tied to business and performance targets
• Hybrid working possibilities - While we are big advocates of meeting and collaborating in person, we believe in fostering a flexible work environment
• A thriving culture - We are committed to developing an inclusive culture that enables everyone to do their best and reach their full potential. A culture that is courageous, compelling, and caring, and unites our people to build a sustainable future together.
• Extensive learning opportunities - Ongoing growth dialogues, internal mobility, mentoring programs, education assistance, ambitious projects, and global opportunities.
• Worldwide support - Leverage our network of peers across the world, offering valuable assistance. We get things done together, through open and honest communication.

Want to rise above the possible with us?

• Go to our website www.metso.com, click on careers and start your application, or

Metso is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workforce culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, nationality, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran or status as a qualified individual with a disability.

Metso is a frontrunner in sustainable technologies, end‑to‑end solutions and services for the aggregates, minerals processing and metals refining industries globally. We improve our customers’ energy and water efficiency, increase their productivity, and reduce environmental risks with our product and service expertise. We are the partner for positive change.

Metso is headquartered in Espoo, Finland. At the end of 2024 Metso had close to 17,000 employees in around 50 countries, and sales in 2024 were about EUR 4.9 billion. Metso is listed on the Nasdaq Helsinki.