Job title:  Manager, Technical Proposals

ANDRITZ Canada offers an ideal environment for career development, where talent and the completion of major projects contribute every day to the growth of our company.

As the first equipment manufacturer in Canada and a world leader in the design of hydroelectric turbines and generators, ANDRITZ Canada has more than 185 years of know-how.

In a context of energy transition, our hydroelectric innovation projects make sense. From design to construction, our innovative team of experts offers turnkey solutions. By joining ANDRITZ Canada, you are contributing to the development of sustainable technology, a clean future, and the maintenance of a proud Canadian's expertise.

From water to wire – Be part of the movement!

The open position is for a Manager, Technical Proposals in the large hydro and service and rehabilitation proposal team. This team is responsible to prepare technical and commercial proposals for large and complex turnkey hydro projects generally in response to a client Request for Proposals. The Manager, Technical Proposals is a key role within this team and has the responsibility of ensuring the technical, costs, schedule and risk aspects of our proposals are optimized.  This is accomplished by leading the Technical and Estimating resources in the Proposals team, specifically for the hydro turbine and generator product lines. 

Reporting to the Director of Proposals, the Manager, Technical Proposals is responsible for the following aspects of the Proposal process:   

•    Directly supervising System Engineer(s), and Cost Estimator(s).  Current team size is 5-6;
•    Having overall management responsibility in regard to proposals for: mechanical turbine, generator, installation, scheduling and estimating; 
•    Ensuring technical proposal process compliance;
•    Developing technical strategies, facilitating the decision process, providing guidance and validation for: 
     o    generator and mechanical turbine technical aspects (in coordination with engineering managers and System Engineers);
     o    supply plans, sourcing concepts and supply estimating (in coordination with Procurement Manager and Cost Estimators); 
     o    installation estimating (in coordination with Field Services Manager and Installation Coordinators);
     o    scheduling;
•    Attending and providing guidance for technical risk reviews and cost estimate reviews;
•    Auditing of proposal cost estimates and schedules inclusive of completeness and accuracy;
•    Contributing and reviewing of technical proposal content;
•    Performing various management related tasks such as recruitment, performance appraisals, etc.;
•    Participate in the decision process within the proposal team regarding strategic issues such as partner selection, performance levels, procurement strategy, etc.;
•    Provide key inputs in establishing a winning strategy with management buy-in;
•    Ensure that all of the essential elements of the proposal under his responsibility have owners and track progress based upon proposal schedule;
•    Participate in technical negotiations with clients;
•    Manage and delegate improvement initiatives within the team.

Why do you fit the profile?
Successful teams share objectives, but also values! Beyond your skills, we are looking for someone who is motivated, positive, and ready to invest in the team. Your commitment to ethics and quality will make a real difference at Andritz.

The ideal candidate should be willing to work in a complex, fast-paced environment, with evolving priorities. Result and solution-oriented candidates who follow through with ideas and commitments will perform well within ANDRITZ. As our projects have large scopes and often require years to be completed, your perseverance will be valued with us. 

•    Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or electrical Engineering;
•    Minimum seven (7) years’ engineering experience the hydroelectric industry;
•    Other relevant experience in the hydroelectric industry (ex. Field, Project Management, Procurement) will be an asset;
•    Project Management skills – ability to handle multiple complex tasks daily;
•    Effective communication skills (oral  & written) in a multi-stakeholder environment;
•    Proven leadership ability within a team context;
•    Excellent problem solving and decision making skills, initiative and creativity;
•    Fluency in French & English languages.

What do we offer
•    Life, disability, dental and extended health insurance;
•    Pension plan;
•    Hybrid work mode;
•    Performance share plan;
•    Employee assistance program;
•    Employee individualized training and career plan. 

Did you know?
ANDRITZ Canada is part of an international technology group with an extensive portfolio of sustainable products and solutions. ANDRITZ aims to make the greatest possible contribution to a sustainable future and help its customers achieve their sustainability goals. The group has around 29,800 employees and over 280 locations in more than 40 countries.

ANDRITZ is:
•    Over 185 years of experience in turbine design
•    Over 489,000 MW of installed and upgraded capacity
•    Over 33 200 turbine units delivered

•    Over 135 years in electrical engineering
•    65 representative offices worldwide

•    More than 6100 employees worldwide including more than 600 in Canada

•    Over 50 Compact Hydro units per year

•    A complete range of designs up to 800 MW

•    20 manufacturing sites worldwide

•    20% of all turbines in operation worldwide

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