Marketing/Proposal Development Manager
About The Role
The Business & Proposal Development Mgr position for the Commercial & Industrial (C&I) organization is critical to advancing the Company's strategy of building long-term client relationships, increasing direct engagement with end-users, and delivering high-quality proposals that reflect our reputation for safety, integrity, and technical excellence.
Company Overview
Since 1912, Sturgeon Electric Company, Inc. (Sturgeon Electric) – a subsidiary of MYR Group Inc. – has provided complex, large-scale electrical construction services for our clients throughout the western United States. As a full-service electrical provider, we offer industry leading electrical transmission, commercial and industrial, and renewable energy services. Sturgeon Electric has two divisions, offering both powerline construction and commercial/industrial electrical construction, making it a full-service electrical provider. Sturgeon Electric’s Commercial and Industrial (C&I) electrical construction division specializes in large-scale commercial electrical projects, telecommunications, traffic signalization, gas distribution, high voltage distribution service and maintenance to clients. We also offer design-build and pre-construction services and has in-house pre-fabrication and AutoCAD capabilities.
Essential Functions
Marketing (50%)
Develop and implement strategies to identify and pursue new business opportunities while expanding relationships with existing clients
Support growth in key sectors: Data Centers, Water/Wastewater, Healthcare & Life Sciences, Pharmaceutical, Aviation, and Aerospace
Lead relationship strategies to position the company as a preferred contractor
Collaborate with district managers and leadership to identify high-value targets and develop pursuit strategies
Analyze market trends, and competitor activity to inform strategy
Support marketing initiatives such as client engagement communications, and event planning
Manage/support/perform prequal submissionsProposal Development (50%)
Lead the creation of formal proposals including (A3s, RFP responses) and qualifications packages, ensuring clarity, compliance, and strategic messaging
Work closely with estimating, operations, and subject matter experts to refine technical content into compelling responses
Maintain proposal templates and coordinate with corporate marketing for design support
Maintain proposal repository
Coach technical staff for client interviews and presentations to improve confidence and clarity
Ensure proposals and presentations reflect company values, safety culture, and technical expertise
Ledgery and Cultural Fit
Embody our business philosophy of delivering fair value and fostering strong client relationships
Promote a safety-first culture, proactively addressing safety concerns and partnering with GCs committed to safety
Demonstrate integrity, collaboration, and adaptability in a fast-paced environment
Contribute to the “One Sturgeon” initiative by fostering teamwork and breaking down silos between estimating and operations
Support community involvement and company initiatives that reflect our values
Qualifications
5+ years of experience in business development and proposal management roles within construction or electrical contracting industry
Experience with proposal coordination tools is a plus
Solid experience with CRM software or equivalentPreferred Education
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, Construction Management or related field; combination of relevant education and experience considered in lieu of degree
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Excellent knowledge of construction markets and business sectors
Working knowledge of delivery methods such as Design-Build, Design-Assist, Integrated Project Delivery, and other common project delivery types
Proven ability to create and edit proposals
Excellent communication skills
Solid strategic thinking skills
Facilitation skills
Ability to translate technical details into client-focused messaging
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
Excellent problem-solving skills
Knowledge of Ai and prompt engineering
What We Offer
Compensation & Benefits
Salary $90,000-$120,000 / year
Commensurate with experience, paid weekly.
Posted salary ranges are made in good faith. MYR Group reserves the right to adjust ranges depending on the qualifications of the selected candidate.
Comprehensive benefits package - Medical, Dental, Vision, Teledoc, Hearing, Prescriptions, Mental Health, Employee Assistance Plan (EAP), Short Term Disability, Retiree Coverage, and Life Insurance under LINECo – (Low deductibles and out-of-pocket maximums)
- Fifteen Dollar weekly premium for employee or employee plus family coverage.
TrovePass Health & Wellness Reimbursement Program - Twelve hundred dollars annually for health and wellbeing-related purchases.
Annual Paid Time Off starting at 15 days plus 10 paid Holidays (our Cultural Celebration Day is a floating holiday).
Generous 401(k) Plan with 100% match up to 6%; immediate vesting, and Annual profit-sharing potential.
Superior educational assistance program (support for educational costs, internal training, and more!).
Company-paid short and long-term disability, life, and accidental death & dismemberment.
Company-paid business travel accident insurance.
Various voluntary plans available including supplemental vision, accident and critical illness, ID theft, group legal, group auto & home, and additional voluntary life insurance plans for employee and dependents.