Proposal Manager

About This Role

About Our Client

Our client is a leading EPC solutions provider in the water and wastewater treatment sector , delivering end-to-end solutions across municipal, industrial, and oil & gas segments.

With a strong global footprint, the organization specializes in engineering, procurement, and turnkey project execution , combining technical excellence with commercial strength to deliver large-scale, complex projects.

Overview

Navora Recruitment, under the aegis of Maritimesolutionsltd., is looking for a Proposal Manager to lead and scale the proposal function for water treatment EPC projects.

This role goes beyond proposal submission—you will evaluate opportunities, guide technical direction, lead cross-border teams, and drive commercial outcomes .

The ideal candidate brings a blend of technical depth, commercial awareness, and leadership capability , with the ability to operate in ambiguous, fast-paced bid environments.

What Will You Do?

• Evaluate RFQs/tenders and drive bid/no-bid decisions, feasibility, and timelines
• Lead end-to-end proposal strategy for STP, RO, and desalination projects
• Review and validate:
• Process designs
• Equipment selection
• P&IDs, layouts, and BOQs
• Ensure proposals are technically compliant and commercially competitive
• Manage and mentor a cross-border team (UAE & India)
• Allocate workloads, set priorities, and ensure timely delivery across multiple bids
• Validate vendor quotations and internal costing to ensure margin alignment
• Collaborate with sales, engineering, and procurement teams to structure winning proposals
• Convert ambiguous client requirements into clear technical-commercial solutions
• Drive proposal governance, standardization, and documentation practices
• Improve proposal quality, turnaround time, and win probability

The Must-Haves

• 12–15+ years of experience in proposal management (EPC preferred)
• Strong domain expertise in:
• STP (Sewage Treatment Plants)
• RO / Desalination systems
• Ability to read and validate engineering drawings (P&ID, layouts)
• Proven experience in team leadership and cross-functional coordination
• Strong commercial understanding (costing validation mindset)
• Engineering Degree (Mechanical / Chemical / Environmental preferred)
• Ability to work in high-volume, fast-paced proposal environments

Good to Have

• EPC project exposure (preferred over OEM)
• Middle East project experience
• Knowledge of ZLD / ETP systems
• ERP proficiency
• Exposure to global tendering environments

What’s on Offer?

• High-impact leadership role with decision-making ownership
• Exposure to global EPC projects and diverse industries

Ready to take ownership of high-impact EPC proposals?

Apply now at roohi@maritimesolutionsltd.com or connect with Roohi Mehta (+65 87259801) to explore this opportunity.