Bid Coordinator

Job Title

Bid Coordinator

Job Description Summary

Cushman & Wakefield is seeking an experienced Bid Coordinator to join our thriving Project & Development Services (PDS) team. As a key contributor, you’ll play an integral role in driving our continued growth, working alongside a dynamic and high-performing Bid Team.

This team thrives on collaboration, creativity, and results in tight deadlines, high-quality submissions, and the satisfaction of making a real impact.

Job Description

Location: Sydney or Melbourne

Contract Type: Fixed Term – Full-Time for 12 Months (Parental Leave Coverage)

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate bid/submission activities and implement the best practices for proposal production

• Develop innovative and impactful submissions with the Bid Manager

• Create compelling document designs aligned with brand standards

• Proof and edit proposal content for clarity and accuracy

• Coordinate document production and ensure on-time delivery

• Gather non-technical bid materials including CVs, company info, certifications, and insurances

• Partner with the Director, Sales, Strategy & Enablement and Bid Manager for continuous feedback and improvement

Requirements:

• Strong writing skills and exceptional attention to detail

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook)

• Familiarity with Canva or other design tools (nice to have)

• Construction or property industry background (preferred but not essential)

• Experience working within proposal teams or bid coordination

• Ability to create persuasive and professional presentations and documents

• Capability to work to deadlines while managing competing priorities with composure

• A proactive mindset with a drive to learn and grow

• Excellent interpersonal skills to work with diverse teams and stakeholders

Why join Cushman & Wakefield?

At Cushman & Wakefield, Bid Coordinators are never navigating the tender process alone. As part of our global pursuit and business development community, you’ll be connected to a network of experts who share insights, collaborate across markets, and drive innovation in proposal strategy and client engagement.

• Join a highly collaborative, fun, and engaging team with a supportive culture

• Enjoy an output-based environment that celebrates initiative and achievement

• Work with diverse stakeholders across a rich and exciting portfolio

• We’re big on work-life balance—flexibility and autonomy come standard

• Be part of a business that champions professional growth, learning, and internal promotion

• Hybrid role with 2–3 days on site

• Open to candidates based in Sydney (either our Sydney CBD or Parramatta office) or Melbourne (based in our Melbourne CBD)

We have a vision of the future, where people simply belong.

That's why we support and celebrate inclusive causes, not just on days of recognition throughout the year, but everyday. We embrace diversity across race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or persons with disabilities or protected veteran status. As part of our ongoing commitment to RAP, Aboriginal or Torres Strait Island Islanders are highly encouraged to join us!

We ensure DEI is part of our DNA as a global community - it means we go way beyond than just talking about it - we live it. If you want to live it too, join us.

We are committed to keeping you, our workplaces and our client spaces safe & healthy.

As an equal opportunity employer, Cushman & Wakefield encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and female candidates to apply. Cushman & Wakefield promotes safety at all times.

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