Reports to: Group (Global) Bid Manager
About The Role
The Design & Bid Manager plays a pivotal role in driving the strategic and technical excellence of electronic security solutions across the Asia-Pacific region. This leadership position oversees the design, costing, and proposal development of integrated security systems—including CCTV, access control, intrusion detection, and perimeter protection—for enterprise, government, and critical infrastructure clients.
You will lead a team of design engineers and bid estimators, collaborate with sales and delivery teams, and ensure that all solutions are technically sound, commercially viable, and aligned with client requirements and industry standards.
The role combines hands on bid management, project leadership, people management, technical oversight, and strategic collaboration to ensure AVTEL’s competitive edge in the marketplace.
As a regional leader, the Design & Bid Manager will work closely with internal departments and business stakeholders to align bid content with technical and commercial requirements. The role will also be responsible for driving consistency, innovation, and continuous improvement across bid processes, templates, and tools, while fostering a culture of excellence aligned with AVTEL’s ICCCE values.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership & People Management
- a. Respect the team members as individuals.
- b. Practice emotional intelligence.
- c. Motivate with positivity.
- d. Effective communication.
- e. Look for ways to reward good work.
- f. Diversify.
- g. Celebrate Success.
Bid Management & Strategy
Design & Estimation/ Costing Leadership
Ensure compliance with regional regulations, standards (e.g., AS/NZS, IEC), and cybersecurity protocols.
Stakeholder Engagement & Collaboration
Process Improvement & Tools Management
Reporting & Pipeline Management
Who we are looking for
We are looking for a dynamic and hands on professional with a strong background in bid management, technical design, or pre-sales—ideally within the security, construction, or ICT sectors. The ideal candidate will have 5–7+ years of relevant experience and at least 2 years in a leadership role, with a proven ability to manage complex, multi-regional bids and lead high-performing teams. You possess a solid understanding of system integration design and pricing is essential, along with excellent organizational, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
Skills & Experience Required
6 - 8+ years of experience in bid management, technical design, or pre-sales roles in security, construction, ICT, or related industries. Minimum 2-3 years in prior leadership roles.
Strong knowledge of security technologies: IP CCTV, access control, intrusion detection, intercoms, perimeter systems.
Proficiency in design tools (e.g., AutoCAD, Bluebeam), estimation software, and MS Excel.
Proficient in Microsoft Office 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams), SharePoint, and bid portals.
Key Attributes