Pre-contracts Manager

2 weeks ago


Brisbane, Queensland, Australia John Holland Full time

At John Holland, our mission is crystal clear - we change lives with everything we do.

We have always recognized that infrastructure revolves around people - our clients, our team members, and the communities where we operate daily.

That's what sets us apart.
Deep expertise and skills combined with a true dedication to enhancing the lives of individuals along the journey.

About John Holland
At John Holland, our mission is crystal clear - we change lives with everything we do.

We have always recognized that infrastructure revolves around people - our clients, our team members, and the communities where we operate daily.

That's what sets us apart.
Deep expertise and skills combined with a true dedication to enhancing the lives of individuals along the journey.

About the Role
- Win and expand profitable ventures by formulating new business strategies, managing client relationships, preparing tenders, and leading the Pre-Contracts team.
- Safeguard and enhance revenue by proactively nurturing relationships with high-value clients.

Responsibilities of the role include:
  • Key account management: Cultivate and sustain strategic business partnerships with key clients and industry associates, resulting in viable opportunities.


Strategic planning:
Identify present and future markets and industry trends.
Analyze potential business opportunities, assess major prospects, evaluate the chances of securing a project, and allocate resources to convert these opportunities into successes.
Conduct financial appraisals of prospects to ensure financial feasibility, meeting margin expectations, and complying with risk standards.

Lead the new business teams to convert prospects into projects through the EOI, Tender, and Post Tender phases, until contract award.

Lead or take part in post-tender negotiations, contract formation and award, and project commencement.
Supervise a seamless handover from the tender team to the delivery team.
Collaborate with business development personnel during the initial account management phase and with project staff on ongoing key client projects

People management:
Establish, lead, and enhance the skills of the new business team within a conducive employee relations framework.
Perform all tasks in line with JH policies, processes, systems, and protocols

What we are seeking:
  • Qualifications:
  • Tertiary qualifications in Engineering, Sciences, Project Management, or Construction Management

Experience:
Proven track record in sales or marketing within the construction or related sector.
Established relationships within the Queensland market with key clients.
Strategic planning and implementation
Business growth and entrepreneurial skills
Leadership and management of multiple tender teams
Contract, commercial, and financial management
Comprehensive assessment of commercial, safety, environmental, and quality risks and implementing risk controls
Complex project and delivery management
In-depth expertise in a specialized sector
As a valued team member, you contribute to our commitment to changing lives.
Your achievements mirror our success; therefore, we are dedicated to being the favored employer.
We take pride in maintaining a varied and inclusive workplace, as diverse viewpoints and concepts foster lasting success.

We aim for your long-term commitment, so providing enriching career experiences and continuous growth is our main focus.


What's in it for you at John Holland?
We are focused on aligning your purpose with ours.
We understand that your profession is a significant means to make a difference in the world.
We firmly believe in supporting you holistically, not just as an employee.
We value and assist our staff in numerous ways.
This begins with being adaptable to different work preferences.
From generous leave policies to wellness and relationship aid, your interests are central to our staff benefits.
We Offer;Competitive remuneration with salary continuance, and salary sacrifice options.

Great leave benefits including 18 weeks paid parental leave with super and up to an extra 18 weeks of super paid on further periods of unpaid parental leave, multicultural leave exchange and two extra days to prioritize.

Promising career advancement fueled by our exciting project lineup means you will have the chance to contribute to iconic projects that are shaping cities and communities.

Learning and developmental opportunities where you can engage in emerging talent programs, advance your career through transparent development pathways, as well as technical and leadership training.

Inclusivity, diversity, and fairness are ingrained in our ethos.

We want everyone at John Holland to feel a sense of belonging - which is why we are striving daily to nurture a more inclusive culture, supported by a comprehensive business-wide inclusion strategy for impactful change.

We also facilitate active employee resource groups that underpin our commitments including those focused on gender equality and reconciliation.
Flexible working arrangements tailored to suit you, recognizing that flexibility varies among individuals.
Whether it's flexible hours, parenting arrangements, leave options, shifts, or work patterns, we are dedicated to supporting flexible work practices.

At John Holland, our mission is simple:
we revolutionize lives.

Whether it's vital infrastructure, major rail and construction endeavors, or managing entire transport systems, we enable greater possibilities at every step.


At John Holland, our mission is simple:
we revolutionize lives.

Whether it's vital infrastructure, major rail and construction endeavors, or managing entire transport systems, we enable greater possibilities at every step.


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