Senior Bid Manager - M/F

About Us

At SUEZ Consulting, we are committed to sustainable development and delivering engineering excellence across the globe. The International Division, with an annual turnover exceeding €40 million, operates in Central and Eastern Europe, Africa, the Middle East, and Asia-Pacific. Our multidisciplinary teams support essential services such as water and wastewater, waste management, transport (roads and railways), energy, environment, and urban infrastructure—primarily for projects funded by international donors including AFD, World Bank, ADB, AfDB, EU, EIB, and others.

We specialize in complex development projects in emerging and developing countries, delivering high-quality consultancy and engineering services that contribute to meaningful impact.

Join a dynamic and multicultural Bid Unit managed by the Executive Commercial Director, with team members located in Brussels, Colombo (Sri Lanka), Casablanca (Morocco), and Nanterre (France).

As a Senior Bid Manager, your role is central to expanding SUEZ Consulting’s international footprint through the preparation of successful proposals and bids for donor-funded projects. You will be instrumental in leading commercial efforts, coordinating internal and external stakeholders, and ensuring timely delivery of high-quality tenders.

Your Role & Responsibilities

Commercial & Strategic Tasks

• Monitor and analyze upcoming international tenders and funding opportunities
• Draft and manage Pre-Qualification and Expression of Interest files
• Prepare administrative sections of proposals and coordinate submission efforts
• Support the development of technical documents in collaboration with engineering teams
• Identify and initiate strategic partnerships and networks with external consultants and firms
• Take ownership in managing the full proposal cycle, from commercial screening through to contract negotiation

Reporting & Coordination

• Maintain and update tender databases and internal commercial tracking tools
• Ensure all documentation is reviewed, validated, and submitted in accordance with deadlines and quality standards
• Coordinate input with Finance and Legal Departments, ensuring alignment on cost, compliance, and contractual matters
• Provide regular reporting to the Head of Bid Unit and executive leadership
• Represent the team in internal knowledge sharing activities

Cross-Functional & Leadership Contributions

• Mentor and supervise junior bid manager and trainees
• Contribute to knowledge-sharing activities, technical working groups, and in-house events
• Support onboarding of new team members
• Deliver practical training sessions on bid and proposal preparation

General Requirements

• Fluent in English and French (written and spoken); knowledge of a third language is a valuable asset
• Higher education in engineering, environmental science, international development, or related fields
• Minimum 8years of experience in bid preparation for international development projects funded by donors such as EU, EIB, AFD, World Bank, ADB etc.
• Solid understanding of international financial institutions (IFIs) procedures and project methodologies (e.g., project cycle, logical framework)
• Experience in the implementation of development projects (fieldwork) is a plus

Technical Skills

• Strong analytical and technical writing abilities
• Proficient in IT tools, minimum at Microsoft Office Suite level (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Behavioural & Interpersonal Skills

• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills
• Able to manage multiple deadlines
• Detail-oriented, with a focus on both technical content and budget accuracy
• Proven ability to thrive in multicultural and geographically diverse teams
• Creative, proactive, and solution-oriented

Why Join Us?

At SUEZ Consulting, you’ll be part of a passionate team committed to global development and sustainable infrastructure. You’ll have the opportunity to work on impactful projects, interact with international stakeholders, and develop your career in a supportive and purpose-driven environment.