Company DescriptionWork with Us. Change the World.At AECOM, we\'re delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world\'s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world\'s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.We\'re one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us. Picture this: the blueprint of a project, meticulously crafted, becomes the guiding light for an entire endeavor. In the realm of Mega and Giga projects, where the stakes are high and innovation is paramount, the journey begins with a plan. But not just any plan - a plan that transcends the mundane, a plan that ignites collaboration and sets the stage for success. As an Associate specializing in technical bid preparation at AECOM, you\'ll be the mastermind behind this plan - the architect of possibility and the conductor of cohesion. Your task? To sculpt a technical offer so compelling, so comprehensive, that it stands alone as both a project and design management plan. It\'s not just about winning bids; it\'s about crafting a narrative that any team member, from client-side stakeholders to sub-consultants, can seamlessly navigate and embrace.We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Associate to lead the preparation of bids for mega opportunities in the Middle East. The successful candidate will play a critical role in ensuring the quality and technical compliance of our submissions to clients. This position requires a strong understanding of the lead consultant role, experience in managing architects and engineers, and the ability to coordinate with specialists to deliver successful design submissions.Responsibilities:

• Author the technical bids for various projects, ensuring compliance with client requirements and industry standards.
• Collaborate with project teams to develop comprehensive design management plans outlining the approach and methodology for successful project delivery.
• Work closely with architects, engineers, and other specialists to gather necessary technical information and inputs for bid preparation.
• Manage multiple bid submissions concurrently, prioritizing tasks and deadlines effectively.
• Conduct thorough reviews of bid documents to ensure accuracy, completeness, and adherence to client specifications.
• Provide technical expertise and guidance to project teams throughout the bid preparation process.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders and external partners to address technical queries and resolve issues.
• Stay updated on industry trends, regulations, and best practices related to bid preparation and design management.
• Supervise and mentor bid management staff within the project team or location.
• Assist in the development of proposals and participate in presentations to potential clients.
• Support relevant Leads on all proposal activities.
• Maintain a list of all active projects and provide weekly reports to the bids and proposal unit.
• Identify prospects and pursuits, assisting in necessary market research and reporting for new growth areas.
• Prepare reports and presentations for internal and external use.
• Review tender documents, bid/qualifications request documents, and drawings for proposal preparation.
• Produce man-hour estimates and delivery schedules in collaboration with Discipline Leads.
• Resolve issues in discussions with other End Markets and Regions to ensure RFP scope and costs are accurately considered.
• Oversee the process of obtaining quotes from sub-consultants and lead negotiations based on standard contract and Risk committee requirements.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures and maintain all records.
• Verify inclusion of legal qualifications and directives in final bid documents before submission.
• Deliver within proposal deadlines and prepare presentations required for the Risk Committee.
• Independently present to the Risk Committee for pursuits valued up to $50m.

Qualifications

• Minimum Bachelor\'s degree in a relevant field (preferably Architecture or Engineering).
• Minimum 10 years of post-undergraduate education, with proven experience in delivering technical submissions on projects in the Middle East.

Additional InformationAbout AECOMAECOM is the world\'s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle - from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $14.4 billion in fiscal year 2023. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom.com and @AECOM.Freedom to Grow in a World of OpportunityYou will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you\'re working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.You will help us foster a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion - a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.AECOM provides a wide array of compensation and benefits programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. We also provide a robust global well-being program. We\'re the world\'s trusted global infrastructure firm, and we\'re in this together - your growth and success are ours too.Join us, and you\'ll get all the benefits of being a part of a global, publicly traded firm - access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person\'s potential, and we\'ll help you reach yours.All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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