Specialist - Bids

Role Summary

The Bid Specialist plays a pivotal role in driving the successful delivery of competitive compliant and compelling proposals across AECOMs business lines. This position requires strong commercial acumen attention to detail and the ability to manage multidisciplinary inputs within tight deadlines. The Bid Specialist will support strategic pursuits by leading the bid process end-to-end from opportunity assessment through to final submission with a focus on pricing compliance coordination and quality.

Key Responsibilities

Commercial & Financial

• Lead the development of commercial pricing for bids ensuring alignment with internal cost models strategic pricing approaches and client expectations.

• Coordinate with technical teams to prepare clear consistent and competitive pricing submissions.

• Work closely with the Legal team to review contractual requirements and ensure that financial and legal risks are properly addressed within proposals.

Bid Management & Strategy

• Manage the full bid lifecycle from Expression of Interest (EOI) through to final proposal submission.

• Analyze RFPs/RFQs to ensure full compliance with submission requirements evaluation criteria and contract terms.

• Develop win strategies and value propositions tailored to each opportunity.

• Collaborate with client account leads and subject matter experts (SMEs) to craft client-focused differentiated responses.

Coordination & Collaboration

• Serve as the central coordinator across technical commercial legal and management teams to gather and consolidate inputs.

• Lead internal review processes and obtain necessary approvals in line with governance frameworks and delegation protocols.

• Maintain bid timelines and ensure all stakeholders are aligned on deliverables and responsibilities.

Technical Writing & Visual Production

• Support or lead the drafting of technical content by collaborating with SMEs and refining their inputs into clear compelling narratives.

• Structure and format high-quality proposals using Adobe InDesign ensuring consistency with AECOMs visual and branding standards.

• Maintain an up-to-date library of content CVs project experience sheets and visuals to support ongoing and future bids.

Reporting & Continuous Improvement

• Track and log bid results gather client and internal feedback and analyze outcomes to identify areas for improvement.

• Contribute to the continuous improvement of bid processes tools templates and content libraries to enhance proposal quality and efficiency.

Key Attributes

• Strong organizational and multitasking skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines.

• Excellent written communication and editing skills with attention to detail in both narrative and numerical content.

• High proficiency in Microsoft Excel including the ability to build review and interpret pricing models and financial tables.

• Comfortable working with numbers and commercial information with a solid understanding of costing principles and financial logic.

• Proficiency in Adobe InDesign and Microsoft Office Suite.

• Collaborative and proactive mindset with the confidence to engage with multidisciplinary teams and senior stakeholders.

Additional Information :

Degree qualified 

About AECOM 

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status AECOM benefits may include medical dental vision life AD&D disability benefits paid time off leaves of absences voluntary benefits perks flexible work options well-being resources employee assistance program business travel insurance service recognition awards retirement savings plan and employee stock purchase plan. 

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities we solve our clients complex challenges in water environment energy transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle from advisory planning design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2024. Learn more at . 

What makes AECOM a great place to work 

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts youll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills helping you build the career youve always envisioned. Here youll find a welcoming workplace built on respect collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity. 

As an Equal Opportunity Employer we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. 

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time