Proposal writer Jobs in Phoenix, AZ

Job Description

Job Description

ABOUT THIESS

Thiess, originating in Australia in 1933, is now a $4 billion global organization focusing on sustainable resource solutions, including mining services, land reclamation, and engineering consulting. With 12,000 employees, we are committed to creating lasting value for our clients and leading the way toward a more sustainable future.

We are a movement spearheading a journey towards a more sustainable future, and North America is a crucial part of it. Our unique business approach to contract mining currently makes our services available in the United States and Canada. In the US, we operate in Salt Lake City, Utah, Colorado, and the Intermountain West region. In Canada, our services are available in Sudbury, Greater Ontario, and the Northern Ontario region. We are also expanding to other states and areas in both countries.

Please get to know us better by watching the following videos about Our Purpose and Our Values!

ROLE OVERVIEW

The Bid and Proposal Specialist will play a key role in managing, developing and submitting Thiess' response to Client requested pricing submission. The Bid and Proposal Specialist will apply technical and operational knowledge to develop sound and accurate project proposals, manage and coordinate internal and external proposals, trade-off studies, tenders including; approval submissions, tender handovers and client feedback for unsuccessful tenders. You will be a key participant in contract negotiations, development of proposal value propositions, project delivery models and partner selections.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Development of proposal value propositions, project delivery models and partner selections
• Analyze each mining operation as a system (regardless of complexity) and determine the critical value drivers and devise a strategy which maximizes return from both a Thiess and a Client (where possible) perspective
• Coordinate a multidisciplinary tender team to ensure all internal and external deadlines are met with regard to tender preparation and submission
• Coordination of specialists and stakeholders for proposal and tender processes
• Identify risks in tender and mitigate during tender process
• Direct proposal development for service offerings, from scoping and design to development of appropriate business plan
• Manage Salesforce gate approval requests and review meeting requirement
• Work with Mine planning engineers and estimators, to ensure that mine plan is optimized for the tender
• Manage clients' tender platforms and tendering processes, ensuring that all client requirements for tenders are met, and exceeded where possible
• Ensure client requirements and client drivers are met in tender submissions
• Demonstrate safety leadership and foster a safety culture across all activities
• Clearly communicate lessons learned and provide feedback
• Perform other related duties as assigned

WHAT YOU'LL BRING

EDUCATION

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

This role is based in the Salt Lake City, Utah office. We are willing to offer relocation assistance for the ideal candidate.

WHAT WE OFFER

LEGAL DISCLAIMER

If you are selected for a position in the United States, your employment will be contingent upon submission to and successful completion of a post-offer / pre-placement drug test (and alcohol screening / medical examination if required by the role) as well as pre-placement verification of the information and qualifications provided during the selection process.

As part of our dedication to the diversity of our workforce, Thiess is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard for race, color, gender, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, military status, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any other protected group status. We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us or have one of your representatives contact us at +1 (801) 300-1909.

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