Equans is looking for a Junior Bid Manager, based in Toronto! The Equans group is a world leader in the energy and services industry. The Group operates in 20 countries, with 90,000 employees working on 5 continents. Equans is a Bouygues group company.

Equans designs, installs, and delivers customized solutions to improve its customers’ equipment, systems and technical processes and optimize their use in the context of their energy, industrial and digital transitions. Equans is a Bouygues group company.

Active in Canada and the United States for more than 30 years, Equans Services is the partner of businesses, industries and institutions that want to move towards more connected buildings, manage their facilities efficiently and reduce their carbon footprint.

We design, implement, and maintain custom solutions to improve our customers’ facilities, systems, and infrastructures.

Our core offerings are focused on the following areas:

• Integrated Asset and facilities management;
• Operation and maintenance of buildings and equipment (including district heating and cooling);
• Energy efficiency solutions and execution of decarbonization roadmaps;
• Building automation and systems;
• Solutions for transportation and mobility.

To learn more, visit www.equansservices.com/en

Job Summary Do you enjoy transforming ideas into persuasive proposals that make an impact?

Equans is looking for a Junior Bid Manager to join our dynamic Business Development team. In this role, you’ll support the end-to-end bid process, working closely with Bid Writers, Account Executives, and Managers. You’ll play a key role in coordinating proposal efforts, ensuring deadlines are met, and helping shape compelling submissions that win work.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a passion for communication, organization, and teamwork—ready to take the next step in a fast-paced, strategic environment.

Responsibilities

• Own the end-to-end bid process, ensuring timely, high-quality, and compliant submissions.
• Interpret client requirements and develop winning bid strategies in collaboration with technical and commercial teams.
• Coordinate and manage bid planning activities, including kick-off meetings, bid schedules, and resource allocation.
• Oversee the development of bid content, ensuring alignment with client expectations and company capabilities.
• Write, edit, and review technical and non-technical content to ensure clarity, consistency, and impact.
• Develop compelling executive summaries and value propositions tailored to each opportunity.
• Ensure all bid documentation adheres to brand guidelines and quality standards.
• Conduct post-bid reviews and implement lessons learned to continuously improve bid processes.
• Maintain a bid library and knowledge base of reusable content, templates, and case studies.
• Collaborate with business development, legal, finance, and operations teams to gather input and approvals.
• Monitor industry trends and competitor activity to inform bid strategy and positioning.

Requirements / Qualifications

• Authorized to work in Canada.
• Ability to pass all background checks and security screenings.
• Training or experience in proposal writing or any pertinent education background.
• 1+ years of solid experience in writing bids.
• Experience in facility management.
• Ability to understand technical writing and communication.
• Excellent writing (including grammar, style, spelling, punctuation), editing, and proofreading skills for accuracy and quality.

Skills

• Postsecondary degree or diploma in business, marketing, engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in bid management, proposal coordination, or a similar role.
• Strong understanding of procurement processes, especially in construction, engineering, or infrastructure sectors.
• Proven ability to manage multiple bids simultaneously under tight deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a keen eye for detail.
• Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to lead cross-functional teams.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; experience with Adobe Creative Cloud and InDesign is an asset.
• Familiarity with various contract types and delivery models
• Ability to analyze RFPs and develop compliant, persuasive responses.
• Comfortable working independently and collaboratively across geographies and disciplines.
• Experience with CRM and bid management tools is preferred.
• Adaptable & Strategic: Quick learner with a flexible mindset and a focus on continuous improvement and client-centered solutions.

What Equans Offers You

• Group insurance;
• A group pension plan;
• Balance between work and personal life;
• Professional and personal development in a company experiencing strong growth;
• A positive working environment characterized by competence, responsibility and innovation;
• Competitive terms of employment and excellent benefit schemes;
• A diverse workplace regarding gender, age and cultural background. We believe in the importance of diversity and inclusion.

Equal employment opportunity Equans Services adheres to the principles of employment equity and values diversity and inclusion. We therefore encourage applications from all individuals, including women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and individuals of all backgrounds and identities. We are committed to providing a respectful, accessible, and equitable work environment where everyone can thrive and contribute to our collective success.

Comment Does this challenge interest you? We would like to get to know you and we thank everyone who applies.