Senior Bid Manager (Sydney)

Inspire a better world through influence and design.

Are you ready to grow your bid management career in a dynamic, fast-paced environment that's shaping the built environment through innovation and design excellence? ADP Consulting, a forward-thinking national consultancy recognised for its innovative and sustainable engineering solutions, is seeking a Senior Bid Manager to join our team in Sydney . This role offers the opportunity to apply your strategic expertise in a collaborative and values-driven workplace, driving the development and delivery of high-quality bids and proposals for a rapidly growing business.

Please note: Applicants must reside in Australia and hold full Australian working rights, as this role does not offer visa sponsorship.

Who We Are

Founded in 2011 in Australia, ADP Consulting is a trusted, sustainability-led engineering consultancy with an international footprint that is renowned for finding the best technical and sustainable solutions to the most complex projects, wherever these may be.

ADP Consulting is committed to inspiring a better world through influence and design, collaborating with industry leaders who are equally as passionate about innovation, design excellence and, importantly, our impact on the planet.

ADP Consulting has now joined forces with Ayesa, one of the world's largest technology and engineering companies, in a move that facilitates new pathways and accelerates our growth.

What is your role?

As Senior Bid Manager, you will lead the development of high-quality, tailored, and strategically positioned bids, tenders, and proposals. You will work closely with the Director of Strategic Growth and discipline leads to directly contribute to the organisation's growth. You will step beyond your organisation to set industry standards, drive innovation, and shape the future direction of the market. You will:

- Lead go/no-go discussions and ensure bid efforts tightly align with broader business objectives and target sectors.




- Manage the technical team and the entire bid process to ensure seamless, high-quality production and delivery.
- Tailor proposals and executive summaries by researching the client and project vision to identify key win themes.
- Promote and implement bid processes, offering best practice advice on pursuit planning and bid strategy.
- Monitor market intelligence, competitor activity, and risk management throughout the bid process.
- Facilitate post-bid reviews to capture lessons learned and continuously drive performance improvement.
- Drive CRM strategies and attend industry events to represent the ADP brand and share follow-up collateral.
- Mentor the bid team and junior staff to foster their professional growth and development.

Why Bid Professionals Are Choosing ADP Right Now

- Take ownership of high-impact bids within a growing, sustainability-led international consultancy.
- Work closely with senior leaders to influence strategic growth and set new industry standards.
- Be part of a collaborative team passionate about innovation, design excellence, and impact on the planet.
- Enjoy clear development pathways, including direct opportunities to progress to Head of Bids.

About You

- Experience: Generally 8-10 years' experience in your field, with a strong background in bid management and business development within engineering, construction, or professional services.
- Qualifications: Relevant tertiary qualification combined with equivalent training and accreditation.
- Technical expertise: Strong knowledge of proposal writing, bid strategy, project management for proposals, and CRM implementation.
- Technical skills:



High level of proficiency in advanced visualisation tools, including InDesign, alongside advanced MS Office skills. Templafy experience is highly regarded.
- Attributes: Well-developed problem-solving skills, substantial initiative, excellent communication across multiple disciplines, and the confidence to independently meet objectives while building trust with stakeholders.
- Leadership: Demonstrated ability to mentor and guide junior team members, with a commitment to fostering a collaborative and high-performing bid culture.

Why ADP Consulting? Advance at ADP We offer structured development pathways to foster career growth, beginning with a two-year graduate program and extending to Director-level opportunities. We also support Engineers Australia chartership, provide annual funding for professional memberships and accreditations, and invest in external leadership training ensuring continuous upskilling and professional development.

All welcome at ADP We are committed to building an inclusive and equitable culture where our team feels valued, respected and empowered to contribute meaningfully. Our initiatives include a whole-of-family approach in our policies, our internal Women @ ADP group, LGBTIQA+ advocacy, and designing for inclusivity.

All well at ADP Our Flexible Work Policy recognises the unique needs and circumstances of our team and supports tailored flexibility while balancing the organisational and operational requirements of the business. We encourage wellbeing through lifestyle initiatives including pilates, CrossFit and regular social events like Friday lunches. While also providing access to a variety of leave options including Pet Leave, Grandparent Leave, Volunteer Leave and more.

Please note: ADP Consulting does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies. Please do not submit resumes to any ADP team member or our careers inbox. We will not be responsible for any fees related to unsolicited submissions.

📌 Senior Bid Manager (Sydney)
🏢 ADP Consulting
📍 Sydney