Strategic Proposals Lead

Strategic Proposals Lead Water Infrastructure South East (Hybrid / Regional Travel) Permanent £80- £85,000 car allowance, bonus & benefits A major joint venture delivering a multi-year AMP8 capital delivery programme is looking to appoint a Strategic Proposals Lead to join their growing Customer Solutions team. This is a key leadership role responsible for driving the front-end development of technical and commercial solutions for a diverse portfolio of water and wastewater treatment schemes. With a five-year framework value of up to £1bn, this role offers the opportunity to shape critical projects across the South and Southeast. The Strategic Proposals Lead will work closely with bid, estimating, and project teams to ensure robust, innovative, and cost-effective solutions are developed in line with client expectations. Key Responsibilities Act as the Strategic Proposals Lead for major water and wastewater projects, coordinating multidisciplinary inputs into bid strategies and solutions Oversee the development of compelling, compliant proposals aligned with technical and commercial requirements Lead reviews of client enquiry documentation, identify scope gaps and risks, and support mitigation planning Manage internal and external stakeholders, ensuring consistent communication and alignment across teams Provide leadership and governance input, supporting the estimating and bid management functions to deliver high-quality submissions Requirements Proven experience in the UK water/wastewater sector or other regulated, process-driven industries Demonstrable track record as a Strategic Proposals Lead or in a similar bid-focused engineering or commercial leadership role In-depth understanding of NEC contracts and infrastructure solution development Strong stakeholder management and interpersonal skills Degree-qualified in Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, or Process Engineering Proficient in Microsoft Office and collaborative bid platforms Desirable APM or equivalent project management qualification Previous experience acting as a Strategic Proposals Lead on AMP or water sector frameworks National Water Hygiene card Full UK Driving Licence This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Strategic Proposals Lead to take a high-impact role within a dynamic and forward-thinking alliance. Youll be instrumental in helping secure and shape projects that will define the future of water infrastructure in the region. Apply now or contact Intersect Global in confidence to discuss this Strategic Proposals Lead role further. Intersect is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity within the workplace.

Location: Southampton, South East, GB

Posted Date: 8/2/2025