Capture Manager

About the role

KBR is seeking an experienced Capture Manager to join its Growth team, leading the capture and proposal phases for new business opportunities within the Australian Defence sector.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and implement win strategies, competitive intelligence, and teaming approaches to maximise probability of win.
• Lead cross‑functional capture teams, coordinating subject matter experts, solution architects, engineers, commercial, finance and business development staff.
• Partner with the Proposal Management team to ensure compelling, compliant proposals and manage the bid process.
• Build and maintain relationships with customers, partners and internal stakeholders.
• Ensure adherence to policies, manage risks and maintain integrity of the capture process.

Required profile

• Proven capture or bid management experience in the Australian Defence industry, preferably with complex space or prime systems integration captures.
• Strong leadership, communication, negotiation and interpersonal skills.
• Understanding of Australian Defence/Government acquisition processes and capability solution elements.
• Ability to manage complex projects, budgets and proposal development.
• Australian citizenship with current or prior NV1 security clearance.

Required skills

• Capture management
• Bid management
• Defence sector knowledge
• Proposal writing

What we offer

• Flexible working conditions
• Competitive salary with annual reviews
• Paid parental and reservist leave
• Income protection and corporate rewards
• Salary packaging, novated leasing and discounted employee stock purchase plans
• Health benefits and career development opportunities