Proposal Manager I

Primary Functions

• Aid in the creation of persuasive proposals, marketing collateral, and presentations.
• Understand technical terminology, project management structures, and discipline functions by sector.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, coordinate groups of content providers, and adapt to changing priorities.
• Review Request for Proposals (RFPs) and participate/lead strategic win plan discussions with Project Managers and Technical Leaders.
• Coordinate and lead proposal kick-off meetings.
• Develop and implement the proposal template and schedule.
• Develop various sections of the Strategic Win Plan (RFP requirements and schedule).
• Facilitate color review meetings and drive content completion.
• Coordinate proposal formatting, writing, editing, and proofreading efforts.
• Effectively use graphic and organizational software to create key graphics (e.g., PowerPoint).
• Support the Proposal Team with BD-related tasks to support the prepositioning phase with the Technical Leads.

Qualifications and Competencies

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree.
• Minimum three years of experience coordinating and writing technical proposals for an engineering, construction, or professional services organization.
• Understanding of marketing techniques (layout, graphics, strategy-to-win).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Suite.
• Proficiency in Adobe Acrobat.
• Knowledge of Adobe Creative Cloud (InDesign) and Photoshop.
• Knowledge of Salesforce/PowerBI.
• Strong communication skills - both written and oral.
• Negotiation, problem-solving, planning, and time management skills.
• Flexibility and ability to meet challenging deadlines.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to multi-task and prioritize.
• Even tempered in fast-paced, high-pressure environments.
• Consistent personal ethics: integrity, dependability, initiative, and quality.