Strategic Proposals Lead — Mining & Infrastructure

DRA Global; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 800,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Job summary

DRA Global is seeking a Senior Proposals Engineer to lead technically compliant and commercially competitive proposals from within the Business Development Department in Gauteng. You will coordinate cross-functional teams, review contracts, and ensure timely submission of bid documentation.

You will conduct risk analyses, liaise with clients to clarify requirements, and provide ongoing support through project handover and early design phases. A relevant engineering background is essential.

Qualifications

• 4-7 years' related proposals experience - Essential
• 5-10 years' experience in mining, infrastructure, commercial and business development - Advantageous
• 5-10 years' industry-related project implementation and studies - Essential

Responsibilities

• Compile comprehensive proposal documentation in response to client enquiries, pre-qualifications, and expressions of interest.
• Ensure all proposals undergo thorough risk analysis and approval from the Proposals Director.
• Manage cross-functional teams to deliver technically compliant and commercially competitive proposals.
• Review commercial conditions for projects and communicate the responsible position to clients.
• Adhere to the Proposal Management Plan and ensure processes are followed.
• Secure review and approval of proposals by the Proposals Manager or Proposals Director.
• Conduct technical evaluation of enquiry documents and liaise with client representatives to mitigate delays.
• Facilitate initial design and engineering of mineral processing, mining, electrical, mechanical, infrastructure, and operations solutions in line with tender specs.
• Analyse client risks and financial constraints to develop fit-for-purpose solutions.
• Collaborate with other managers to ensure client requirements are achievable and met.
• Negotiate contract terms with support from the Proposals Manager, Commercial Manager and General Manager.
• Hand over project requirements and contractual terms to the Divisional Manager and engineers.
• Provide ongoing support to project teams during and after award.
• Assist proposal team members with technical and commercial matters as required.
• Ensure regular follow-up on submitted proposals.
• Manage stakeholder relationships effectively.
• Contribute to on-the-job training and development of trainee team members.

Education

Relevant Degree or Diploma in Engineering

Job description

DRA Global is seeking a Senior Proposals Engineer to lead technically compliant and commercially competitive proposals from within the Business Development Department in Gauteng. You will coordinate cross-functional teams, review contracts, and ensure timely submission of bid documentation.

You will conduct risk analyses, liaise with clients to clarify requirements, and provide ongoing support through project handover and early design phases. A relevant engineering background is essential.