Proposals Team Leader, Transport

As Stantec continues to grow its presence in the Australian transport sector, we are seeking an experienced Proposals Team Leader – Transport to support the pursuit of infrastructure and transport opportunities. The role can be based in Sydney, Brisbane or Melbourne and reporting to the Regional Director – Transport AU, this role will be instrumental in delivering compelling proposals that showcase our technical expertise, innovation and commitment to client success. Working across a diverse range of pursuits, you will lead the planning, development and delivery of proposal submissions, translating pursuit strategies into compelling, compliant and client‑focused responses. Collaborating with transport leaders, technical specialists, marketing teams and proposal support resources, you will coordinate contributors, manage proposal processes and help improve the quality and consistency of our submissions across Australia.

Responsibilities

- Leading the planning, coordination and delivery of proposal submissions for transport and infrastructure opportunities across Australia
- Analyzing RFPs and tender documentation to establish compliance requirements, response strategies and submission plans
- Developing proposal schedules, compliance matrices and review processes to ensure high‑quality and on‑time submissions
- Partnering with technical specialists, project managers and business leaders to develop compelling, client‑focused proposal content
- Writing, reviewing and refining executive summaries, key proposal responses and supporting content to strengthen win themes and messaging
- Coordinating inputs from proposal support resources, designers and other contributors to ensure seamless proposal delivery
- Supporting the development and continuous improvement of CVs, project sheets, case studies and reusable proposal content
- Driving continuous improvement through proposal debriefs, lessons learned,



content management and the application of proposal management best practice

Qualifications

- Tertiary qualifications in Business, Communications, Marketing, Engineering or a related discipline, or equivalent experience
- Demonstrated experience managing proposal development within consulting, engineering, professional services or infrastructure environments
- Proven ability to lead complex, multi‑disciplinary proposals and coordinate numerous stakeholders
- Strong writing, editing and communication skills with the ability to translate technical information into compelling client‑focused submissions
- Experience leading or coordinating distributed teams and applying structured proposal management methodologies such as APMP

Benefits

- Option to purchase up to four weeks additional leave
- Learning and Talent Development Programs – including global programmes, online learning and on‑the‑job learning
- Mentoring for your own development and opportunity to mentor others
- A friendly team environment, with dedicated and enthusiastic staff committed to producing high‑quality service and deliverables
- Professional Memberships
- Salary Continuance Insurance (SCI)
- Mental Health and Wellbeing Programs
- Service Recognition Awards
- Employee Assistance Program

Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibits discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe perks, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with local, state and federal laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. EEO including Disability/Protected Veterans.

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📌 Proposals Team Leader, Transport (Brisbane City)
🏢 Stantec
📍 Brisbane City