Senior Submissions Coordinator

We're seeking a Senior Submission Coordinator to join our team

At Downer we plan, create and sustain. Downer is the leading provider of integrated services in Australia and New Zealand. Through trusted relationships and world leading insight we work closely with our customers to design, build and sustain assets, infrastructure, and facilities.

Ko te take ka parekareka e koe ki te mahi ki kōnei | Why you will enjoy working here

Downer is committed to delivering excellence by ensuring our people have the environment and the means to be successful. We offer:

• Free access to Marram health care benefits and discounted holiday homes
• Travel discounts available
• $500 bonus for current employees who refer a friend to Downer
• Progression and development programs on offer including our inspiring leader's programme for top performers

Have a look at our other great benefits here

Te kōwhiringa | The Opportunity

We're seeking a Senior Submission Coordinator to join our Transport & Infrastructure South Capability and Opportunities team, helping us secure the projects that shape the future of Aotearoa's transport infrastructure network. This role primarily covers tenders for the South Island, excluding Tasman and Marlborough. There may also be times when you will be asked to help on tenders for other Downer regions within New Zealand. Applicants need to be based in the South Island.

This role is a key part of our tendering function, providing leadership, coordination, and expertise throughout the entire Opportunity and Bid Management lifecycle. Reporting to the Bid & Opportunity Lead, Lower South, you'll work closely with operational teams, and other stakeholders to produce winning tenders that reflect Downer's strategic goals, values, and reputation for excellence.

Primary responsibilities also include:

• Managing the full bid process for bids of up to $30M, including planning, writing, coordination and delivery.
• Supporting Bid Leads in the submission process for over $30M higher value strategic bids.
• Driving bid strategy, win themes, and key messaging in submissions alongside Bid Leads and operational teams.
• Writing and producing high quality submissions, presentations, capability statements, and award entries.
• Contributing to the Transport & Infrastructure bid database.
• Ensuring compliance with The Downer Standard and the Opportunity and Bid Management process.

This role requires both strategic thinking and hands on delivery - ideal for someone who thrives in fast paced, deadline driven environment and takes pride in producing work that wins.

Nga pūkenga matua | Important Skills

We're looking for someone with proven experience leading and delivering tenders and working collaboratively within complex, multi-stakeholder environments. You'll be an exceptional communicator with a sharp eye for detail and a genuine passion for crafting persuasive, client focused submissions:

Essential experience and skills:

• Demonstrated experience (ideally three or more years) in managing end-to-end tender processes within the transportation construction industry (including high level bids of up to $30M in value)
• Proven ability to write and develop high quality, client focused, and compelling submissions
• Strong understanding of procurement methods and their impact on bid strategy
• Collaborative approach, with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels
• High attention to detail, process driven, and organised, with a drive to deliver winning results
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Word and use of SharePoint and MS Teams

How to apply

If this sounds like an opportunity for you then register your interest at reference

Downer NZ is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive culture.

Our workplaces are drug and alcohol free - all successful applicants will be required to undertake a pre-employment drug test and medical.

Due to the fast-paced nature of Downer, our vacancy close dates may be subject to change, so don't delay and make sure you apply as soon as possible.