Proposal Manager at SMEC International Canada Inc

Tbilisi, , Georgia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

15 Aug, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

17 May, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Proposal Management, Bid Coordination, Tender Preparation, Procurement, Stakeholder Management, Compliance Management, Joint Venture Coordination, Technical Writing, Negotiation, Microsoft Office, Financial Submissions, Project Governance

Industry

Engineering Services

Description

A global multidisciplinary consultancy with 16,500+ professionals across 40+ countries Delivering world-class infrastructure, buildings, and environmental solutions Be a part of shaping our business and driving innovation initiatives. About SMEC: SMEC, a member of the Surbana Jurong Group, is a global engineering and development consultancy delivering infrastructure and water projects across more than 40 countries. Our specialists support governments and international financing institutions in delivering sustainable irrigation, water resources, and agricultural infrastructure. Role Overview: SMEC is seeking an experienced Proposal Manager to be based in Tbilisi, Georgia. The successful candidate will take end-to-end ownership of Expressions of Interest (EOIs), tenders, and proposal development activities across Georgia and the wider Eastern Europe and Central Asia region. Working closely with the Business Development Director, Regional Proposal Manager, and technical teams, this role will lead bid planning, governance, proposal coordination, compliance management, and stakeholder engagement to support the growth of SMEC’s regional consulting operations. Key Responsibilities: Lead and manage the full proposal lifecycle from opportunity identification through final submission. Coordinate the preparation of EOIs, tenders, technical proposals, and financial submissions. Ensure all submissions comply with client procurement requirements and SMEC governance procedures. Maintain high-quality proposal standards through structured review and compliance processes. Coordinate with technical teams, JV partners, subconsultants, and external consultants. Prepare and manage proposal documentation, including CVs, capability statements, references, and bid templates. Build and maintain strong working relationships with clients, partners, and tendering authorities. Prepare and coordinate sub consultancy agreements, NDAs, teaming agreements, and JV agreements. Maintain and enhance the regional CV database in coordination with HR and technical teams. Evaluate CVs against Terms of Reference (TOR) requirements. Coordinate and negotiate with consultants and technical experts regarding availability and fee rates. Ensure proposals are finalized and submitted within required deadlines. Support continuous improvement initiatives for proposal quality, workflows, and bid processes. Stay updated on industry trends, proposal management practices, and procurement requirements. Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or a related discipline. Minimum 8 years of experience in proposal management, bid coordination, tender preparation, or procurement. Previous experience within engineering consultancy or infrastructure sectors is highly preferred. Strong experience managing multi-country bids and coordinating geographically dispersed teams. Experience with JV coordination, sub consultancy agreements, and proposal compliance requirements. Strong understanding of tendering processes, proposal governance, and competitive bidding strategies. Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English. Georgian and Russian language skills would be advantageous. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Strong analytical, organizational, stakeholder management, negotiation, and interpersonal skills. Ability to work independently within a multicultural and fast-paced environment. Why Join SMEC? Join a global, multidisciplinary consultancy shaping sustainable, people-centric environments across 40+ countries. Work with world-class teams and lead impactful landscape design across the region. All recruitment activities go through our internal Talent Acquisition Team, and currently, this role doesn't require agency input. Please do not forward resumes directly to SMEC employees/managers; we do not accept unsolicited resumes and are not responsible for any associated fees. **Only shortlisted candidates will be notified** At Surbana Jurong, we put talent, hard work, teamwork and a fun workplace together to approach problems and solve them creatively and collaboratively. Join us in making a positive impact on the world! SMEC is a global engineering, management and development consultancy delivering innovative solutions for our clients and partners. Leveraging our 70-year history of delivering nation-building infrastructure, we provide technical expertise and advanced engineering services to resolve complex challenges across major infrastructure and energy projects. SMEC has a long and proud history which dates back to Australia’s iconic Snowy Mountains Hydroelectric Scheme in 1949, one of the largest and most complex hydroelectric schemes in the world. Headquartered in Australia, we have offices across more than 35 countries in Oceania, Southeast Asia, South Asia, Africa and the Americas. Together with our clients and partners, we deliver projects that directly contribute to improving health, quality of life and development outcomes for communities and neighborhoods around the world. Driven by innovation, ingenuity and skill, our people have shaped these outcomes in some of the world’s most remote and challenging environments. Since 2016, SMEC has been a member of the Surbana Jurong Group, an Asia-based global powerhouse of over 16,000 employees. Through our network of global specialists and by collaborating with local partners, we connect clients with the best teams and capabilities to deliver sustainable solutions.

Responsibilities

Lead the end-to-end proposal lifecycle for Expressions of Interest and tenders across Georgia and the Eastern Europe and Central Asia region. Coordinate with technical teams and partners to ensure high-quality, compliant submissions within strict deadlines.