Mining Principal Pursuits Partner (12 months)

About the role

AECOM has created a new 12-month contract position to support its mining sector across Australia, particularly in Western Australia. You will lead the Pursuits team for mining, driving efficient, high-quality proposals that meet client needs and stand out in the market. The role is hands-on and involves coordinating several pursuits at once across the full lifecycle.

Key responsibilities

• Develop a deep understanding of the mining market and work with stakeholders to build differentiated win strategies and value propositions.
• Coordinate multiple pursuits from early positioning and capture planning through reviews, approvals, proposal development, interviews, submission and post-pursuit analysis.
• Simplify and clarify text-heavy content, ensuring submissions meet high editorial quality, client focus and AECOM brand guidelines.
• Coach teams through interview and Q&A preparation.
• Build relationships and share lessons learned to improve pursuit performance, and help shape the ANZ Pursuit Excellence Framework.

Required profile

• 8+ years of experience in bid or proposal management roles (e.g. Pursuit Partner, Bid & Proposal Partner, Tender Specialist), ideally in professional services or mining.
• Exceptional written, verbal and client communication skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple submissions and deadlines with strong project management.
• Strong facilitation and strategic thinking, able to bring together diverse perspectives and challenge assumptions.

Required skills

• Proficiency with standard bid tools such as capture plans and compliance matrices.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Ability to turn dense written content into clear, engaging graphics is a valuable bonus.

What we offer

• Flexible work arrangements, including alternative start/finish times, job-sharing and hybrid work.
• Up to 6 extra weeks of annual leave per year and flexible public holidays.
• Learning and development, including lunch and learns, professional courses, financial study assistance, 5 days of paid study leave and global career opportunities.