Apply Now A TENDER ADMINISTRATOR NEEDED
Reference: OPT-0000-02
Are you an experienced Tender Administrator / Bid Coordinator looking to advance your career in a dynamic, growth-focused environment? This is your opportunity to join a high-performance team within the renewable energy, construction, mining, and engineering sectors.
Applications are invited for a suitably qualified and driven professional to join OptiProjects (Pty) Ltd, a subsidiary of Kulani Energy, based at our Sandton Head Office, Gauteng.
The successful candidate will report directly to the Operations Director and play a critical role in managing the full bid lifecycle, procurement compliance, and contract documentation.
🌍 Why Join OptiProjects?
OptiProjects is part of a forward-thinking group operating across:
🚨Renewable Energy Projects
🚨EPC & Infrastructure Development
🚨Mining & Resources
Engineering & Construction Services
🚨Government & Private Sector Procurement
🚨This position offers exposure to high-value public and private sector tenders, large-scale infrastructure bids, and complex contract frameworks including NEC, GCC, and FIDIC contracts.
🎓 Minimum Requirements
✔ Grade 12 (Senior Certificate)
✔ Diploma / Degree in Office Administration, Business Management, Supply Chain Management, or equivalent
✔ Sound knowledge of tender processes and procurement legislation
✔ Strong understanding of South African procurement regulations
✔ Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
✔ South African citizenship (mandatory)
💼 Skills & Experience Required
✔ 2–3 years’ proven experience in Tender Administration / Bid Coordination
✔ Knowledge of CIDB grading, CSD registration, and BBBEE compliance
✔ Familiarity with public sector tender portals and procurement platforms
✔ Experience with Leads 2 Business and other tender search engines
✔ Knowledge of contract frameworks (NEC, GCC, FIDIC)
✔ Strong document control and compliance management skills
✔ Excellent time management and deadline-driven performance
✔ Background in construction, mining, renewable energy, or engineering sectors (advantageous)
📋 Key Responsibilities
The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the full tender lifecycle, including:
🔹 Sourcing and evaluating new tender opportunities
🔹 Registering and tracking tenders via procurement portals
🔹 Preparing and compiling compliant bid submissions
🔹 Coordinating technical, commercial, and financial documentation
🔹 Ensuring compliance with statutory and client requirements
🔹 Preparing Bid Bonds, Letters of Intent, and Validity Letters
🔹 Drafting responses to tender clarifications
🔹 Managing tender submission schedules and responsibility matrices
🔹 Maintaining tender databases and procurement commodity records
🔹 Monitoring submission deadlines and feedback reporting
🔹 Ensuring proper filing and document control
🔹 Supporting contract negotiation preparation
🎯 Ideal Candidate Profile
We are looking for a detail-oriented, highly organized professional who:
✔ Thrives in high-pressure, deadline-driven environments
✔ Has strong analytical and compliance skills
✔ Understands public procurement legislation in South Africa
✔ Demonstrates excellent written and verbal communication skills
✔ Has experience in high-value government tenders and infrastructure bids
💰 Remuneration & Benefits
The company offers a competitive salary package aligned with industry standards and experience level.
This opportunity provides career growth within the renewable energy and infrastructure development space, offering long-term professional development exposure.
📍 Location
Sandton Head Office, Gauteng Province
(Strategic business hub within South Africa’s financial district)
📅 Closing Date
Friday, 20 February 2026
📧 How to Apply
Submit your updated CV, certified qualifications, and application letter quoting:
Reference: OPT-0000-02 – Tender Administrator
Send your application to:
📩 recruitment@optiprojects.co.za
⚠ Only applications from candidates who meet the minimum requirements will be considered.
If you are passionate about procurement compliance, bid administration, government tenders, and infrastructure project coordination — this is your opportunity to join a reputable and expanding organisation in South Africa’s energy and engineering sector.
Apply today and take your career in tender administration to the next level.