Ausenco is a fast-growing company with big ideas. We redefine what’s possible in some of the world’s most complex projects and toughest environments. Delivering innovative, value-add consulting, project delivery, asset operations and maintenance solutions is what we do. From 21 offices in 9 countries, with projects in over 80 locations worldwide, we create sustainable outcomes for our people, clients, and communities.

Based in our Southbank office, you’ll join an energised global proposals team, collaborating with colleagues across continents to deliver standout submissions. As Senior Proposals Specialist, you’ll play a key role in supporting regional leaders by turning complex engineering strategies into clear, compliant and professional submissions—showcasing Ausenco’s commitment to ingenious solutions and outstanding results for our clients.

About the role

Reporting to the Proposals Manager & Lead (APAC/Africa), you will provide the high-level coordination and technical writing expertise to manage the full spectrum of our pursuit lifecycle.

Your focus will be to:

• Coordinate the end-to-end development of clear, compliant, competitive and compelling proposals, RFIs, pre-qualifications and EOIs.
• Plan and direct all aspects of the proposal, from analysing client requests to driving response plans, running kick-off meetings and coordinating technical reviews.
• Work closely with business development and operations teams to craft win plans, define strong value propositions and write executive summaries that align with our win strategies.
• Collaborate across internal teams, business lines and external partners to deliver competitive proposals.
• Work with technical teams to define response requirements and establish realistic proposal schedules.
• Proofread and edit technical and non‑technical content to ensure clarity, accuracy, consistency and impact.
• Prepare written and graphical elements for proposals, qualifications and presentations.
• Gather company information, conduct internal and external research and provide market analysis to strengthen submissions.
• Run proposal debriefs, capturing lessons learned, to improve future performance.
• Build and maintain sales collateral including project descriptions, capability statements, testimonials and more.
• Manage knowledge databases to support local and global team performance.
• Mentor Proposal Specialists and Coordinators, strengthening proposal skills and strategic thinking across the team.

About you

• Adaptability: The ability to remain agile, organised and assertive in a fast-paced, team-driven environment.
• Collaborative Spirit: A natural ability to manage multiple priorities and expectations while working alongside diverse internal teams and external partners.
• Prioritisation & Delivery: Confidently deliver high-quality work while managing tight deadlines and competing demands.
• Strategic Influencer: Proven ability to shape pursuit strategies and influence outcomes.
• 7+ years of experience leading the coordination of multi-stakeholder bids in engineering or technical services.
• Precision & Detail: Exceptional writing, editing and MS Office skills.
• Technical Interpretation Skills: A proven ability to take technical proposal content and tailor it to fit client needs.

Why Ausenco?

We support individual growth and aim to allow you to work in a way that plays to your strengths. In addition to a competitive remuneration package, we offer:

• Career advancement - Be supported in your ongoing development with technical training, mentoring programs and frequent networking opportunities.
• Work Life Balance – Be empowered to enjoy your life outside of the office with flexible working hours, work from home arrangements and modern leave policies including paid parental leave and floating public holiday programs.
• Holistic approach to wellness – Take a proactive approach to your overall wellbeing. Access confidential services as a courtesy of Ausenco including online health and fitness programs, financial coaching, and confidential counselling services.
• Accessible leadership team – Work with highly reputable market leaders who value your contribution.

Our people don’t settle for the status quo and want to help set a new standard in sustainability we’ll help you find your place. This means working with you to develop a unique career path and skillset to match your ambition.

We’re proud of the work we do, and we do it within a culture that is open, honest, and cooperative. We have a history of attracting visionary people who embrace challenges and deliver creative solutions for every project, and your voice is an important part of the conversation.

As a global company we embrace and encourage diversity in its fullest sense – gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, experience, nationality, colour, language, religion, location, disability, education, skills, working styles and time availability. Our work environments are based on mutual trust and respect for the rights and opportunities of every individual.

Join us and work a better way.

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