About Laing O’Rourke

Laing O’Rourke is a $6 billion international operation with 70 years of involvement in Australian construction and infrastructure, including nearly two decades under the Laing O’Rourke banner. The business delivers projects as diverse as the environments in which they are built, from high security military bases and major rail transport infrastructure projects, through to landmark buildings at the transport interface. Laing O’Rourke owns one of Australia’s largest plant and equipment hire company called Select Plant Australia. We know the right culture combined with purposeful technology will help us meet demand and deliver certainty for our clients. That’s the #powerofexperience.

About the role

Laing O’Rourke is searching for an experienced Proposal Manager with Defence infrastructure tendering experience to join our Defence sector team. Defence and Infrastructure experience is required. Candidates should have a strong understanding of Defence estate policies, systems and infrastructure contracting models. A deep knowledge of tendering requirements with the ability to produce high-quality, compelling, and compliant Defence submissions within tight time frames. We are looking for candidates based in Canberra or who are willing to relocate. The role will require periodic participation and support to other business sectors including road, rail, new energy, water and others.

As a foundational member of the newly established Canberra office you have a unique opportunity to contribute to our growth and overall culture.

Key responsibilities

• Managing major Defence tenders to produce high-quality and compliant submissions
• Working collaboratively with a large team of technical and proposal specialists
• Reviewing content for completeness and accuracy, and working with Lead Authors and technical and commercial leaders to deliver high quality outputs
• Meeting tight and competing deadlines

About you

• Experience in Defence infrastructure proposal management and/or writing
• Excellent writing and communication skills with the ability to convey complex technical information clearly and concisely
• Established experience in the Defence sector with an understanding of Defence estate policies, systems and processes
• An energetic, self starter, keen to learn and develop a superior Defence tendering system and methods
• Degree in Communications, Marketing, Journalism, Business or similar field will be beneficial
• Interested to learn and adopt new technologies to assist in bid management and development

Benefits

We work hard to create an environment that brings out the best in our people. We believe in building careers through providing a safe, connected and innovative culture that supports ongoing growth and development. We offer industry-leading benefits such as specialised learning and development programs, a mental health and wellbeing program, industry leading paid parental leave policy, an additional purchased leave option and coaching programs for staff on parental leave.

Diversity & Inclusion

We are committed to building a workforce that reflects the diverse society in which we live and work. Laing O’Rourke is proud to hold the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA) Citation - Employer of Choice for Gender Equality.

Laing O'Rourke actively supports a diverse workforce and strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples and people from culturally diverse backgrounds. Download our Stretch Reconciliation Action Plan at https://www.laingorourke.com/company/diversity-and-inclusion

Applications from recruitment agencies will not be considered.