Proposal Manager

6 days ago

Canberra, Australia Leidos Full time

Company Description

The first thing you learn at Leidos Australia is to leave current thinking at the door. Our aim is to make the world a safer, healthier and more efficient place, but we won’t get far using existing ideas. We need incisive minds like yours to weave together information technology, engineering and science skills into practical solutions for the most complex and high risk challenges.

**Job Description**:
A “Day in the Life” will see you;
Support the Capture Manager during the proposal cycle to plan, coordinate and track the progress of the proposal including embodiment of key strategies, develop costings, plan reviews and incorporate feedback and solicit management approvals through the proposal life-cycle including post-proposal variations and negotiations.
- Provide coordination and guidance to the proposal team throughout the proposal cycle including reviews and final production.
- Analyse the Conditions of Tender and plan the sequence of activities in accordance with internal governance ensuring the proposal is competitive, compliant and will be ready for submission on time.
- Provide briefings and guidance to the proposal team throughout the proposal cycle with progress updates and managing collaborative solutions to any arising issues.
- Coordinate timely activity and input into the proposal from team members including the Commercial, Technical, Project and Financial leads.
- Coordination with internal stakeholders for scheduling of reviews.
- Work closely with the cost/schedule analysts to establish contract cost and schedule baselines
- Coordinate risk assessments on the solution to identify and mitigate program cost and scheduling risks
- Comply with legislation and Company policies, processes and instructions, including those relating to non-discrimination, environment, safety, duty of care, and the quality management system.
- Display behaviours that reflect the Company values.

**Qualifications**:
If you have a ‘can-do’ and pro-active approach to understanding business and enjoy developing positive relationships, this role will see you succeed.

You will also have;
- An understanding of ASDEFCON requirements and other Government approaches to market.
- Excellent communication (both verbal and written) and interpersonal skills
- Strong individual contributor and strong team player in a professional environment
- Excellent time management skills
- Advanced level of skills with relevant technologies and domains
- Advanced level of planning and organisational skills
- Strong supervisory skills
- Strong problem solving skills with proven ability to, independently or within a team, resolve complex issues to ensure desired outcomes
- Outstanding ability to build and maintain effective working relationships across all levels
- Strong communication skills with the ability to influence key stakeholders
- Proven experience working within a team under high tempo to deadlines.
- Some professional experience with authoring documention.

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