Engineering Strategic Growth & Development Manager

At Alfabs Engineering, we don’t just fabricate steel, we deliver complex structural solutions that shape industries.

Alfabs is seeking a commercially driven Engineering Strategic Growth & Development Manager to lead the front-end growth of our Engineering business.

This is a pivotal leadership role focused on driving pipeline, securing new work, and shaping strategic growth. You will work closely with the General Manager Engineering and Bid Team to identify opportunities, build key client relationships, and convert leads into high-value projects.

This role can be based out of our Parramatta or Kurri Kurri office, offering flexibility across our key locations

Apply now and join a growing ASX-listed business with a strong pipeline of major projects, where you will play a key role in shaping the future direction of our Engineering division. You’ll work alongside an experienced leadership team driving strategic transformation and growth, supported by a competitive remuneration package with performance-based incentives, all within a culture built on Safety, Quality, and Delivery.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Identify and secure new business opportunities across key sectors and regions
• Build and manage a strong project pipeline aligned to strategic growth targets
• Develop and execute business development and market engagement strategies
• Establish and maintain high-value client and stakeholder relationships
• Work closely with the Bids & Proposals team on tender strategy, win plans, and submissions
• Lead early-stage project positioning, client engagement, and opportunity qualification
• Support Go/No-Go decisions and commercial assessments
• Represent Alfabs at client meetings, industry events, and networking opportunities
• Provide market intelligence, forecasting, and pipeline reporting to leadership
• Ensure seamless handover of awarded work to delivery teams

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience in business development, bid management, or strategic growth.
• Strong industry network and client relationships
• Demonstrated success in winning and delivering high-value projects
• Strong understanding of tendering, procurement, and project delivery models
• Highly developed commercial acumen and negotiation skills
• Ability to influence stakeholders and work across operations, estimating, and leadership teams
• Experience using CRM systems and pipeline reporting too

What You Bring

• 5–10 years’ experience in 3D structural modelling on large-scale steel projects
• Advanced Tekla Structures capability (essential)
• Strong technical drawing and detailing expertise
• Deep understanding of Australian structural steel standards
• Workshop or site-based fabrication experience (highly regarded)
• Trade background (Boilermaking/Engineering) or Engineering degree (Civil/Mechanical) desirable
• Proven ability to manage document control, revisions, RFIs and subcontract detailers
• A sharp eye for constructability and fabrication efficiency
• The ability to communicate confidently with engineers, project managers, clients and site crews
• You understand that drawings aren’t just lines, they drive productivity, safety, cost and schedule.

People Make Alfabs

At Alfabs, we back people who:

• Act with integrity
• Work Above the Line
• Take ownership
• Value teamwork
• Care about safety, no compromises

Success in This Role Looks Like

• Growth in new work secured and pipeline value
• Expansion into new clients and markets
• Strong win rates on tenders and prequalifications
• Accurate forecasting and market insight reporting
• Increased repeat business from key clients

And that starts with you. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to join our team!