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Our client is an organisation specialising in the water / waste water industry. The company has been awarded a number of key projects and has produced excellent results year-on-year. In order to continue its expansion in the Irish market, the company now wishes to appoint a Tender Manager / Bid Manager.

As Tender Manager you will report directly to the Managing Director. You will be responsible for driving the business development function of the company through a structured approach. You will prospect, track and secure new projects in the public market sector, covering a broad range of projects and contract types including, PPP/PFI, Pre-Qual/Tender, Pre-Qual/Bid, Design, Finance, Operate etc.

Responsibilities:

• To identify, appraise and apply for suitable municipal water and waste water treatment projects


• In conjunction with the Board put in place a structured business development function capable of delivering on the company's ambitious plans.


• To be a key member of the Senior Management Team (SMT) and to work within this team to devise and implement a Business Development Plan strategy.


• Undertake structured, planned and sustained sales activity throughout the year in order to achieve agreed sales revenue and margin targets.


• Liaise and co-operate closely with colleagues to ensure that the successful delivery of all customer solutions and to ensure exceptional customer relationship management.


• Maximise business development and networking opportunities.


• Develop and maintain excellent Client relationships to ensure that the company maintains its reputation for delivering on its commitments and obligations.


• To develop the company profile in the market place as the leader in water / waste water DBO projects.


• Work with operations teams on a number of regional projects

Required Experience:

• Experience within the water / waste water industry, preferably with an established network of industry contacts.


• Ability and confidence to deal at Director/Senior Management level and with Public Officials etc.


• A passion and aptitude for Business Development with a track record of success.


• Capacity to be credible and persuasive with key decision makers.


• Exceptional capacity to take the initiative and have a common sense approach to problem solving /achieving targets.


• Strong presentation, communication and interpersonal skills


• Self-motivated, target driven and results focussed.


• Ability to work within a deadline oriented environment


• Ability to focus both on strategic and day-to-day objectives


• Shows a clear commitment to meeting customer needs with a strong commitment to quality.

For a confidential discussion please call Donal O'Donoghue on 01-432 1510 or email CV below.