Proposal Specialist

What You Will Do

GFT is seeking a Proposal Specialist to join our BD&M team in the West (California/Phoenix/Seattle)! This role follows a fully remote work model. Experience preparing proposals for capital public works projects and government agencies in California, such as Caltrans, Metro, BART, etc., is a plus for this role.

• Schedules, facilitates, and documents simple proposal kick-off and color review milestones in accordance with best practices for proposal development.
• Works closely with the Manager for accuracy, timeliness, quality, etc.
• Compiles and distributes meeting notes, action items, and review comments from all proposal meetings.
• Performs detailed analysis of Advertisement, SOQ, and RFP requirements; prepares compliance matrices/outlines and schedules and coordinates tasks for the proposal team.
• Communicates and follows up on technical team content development deadlines.
• Collaborates with graphic designers to develop proposals and presentations.

Education | Experience

• Minimum 3 years of combined prior proposal experience is required, including a progressively increasing level of responsibility during the past year.
• Minimum degree in marketing, journalism, communications, business or applicable field or a technical/scientific discipline related to GFT's core business.
• Experience with RFP responses and some section writing experience preferred.
• Exposure to architectural, engineering, design, and/or construction management services for transportation, facilities, and/or environmental market sectors preferred.

What We Prefer You Bring

• Excellent leadership, professional writing/editing, communication, and organizational skills.
• Strong ability to perform multiple tasks concurrently and work in fast-paced environment when required.
• High competency in MS applications and Adobe Creative Suite applications.

Featured Benefits

• Remote work environment.
• Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, in addition to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan.
• Competitive paid-time-off (PTO) accrual.
• Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
• Commitment to professional development, access to internal and external training programs, and support of active participation in professional organizations.
• Incentive compensation for eligible positions.

Pay

The salary range for this role is $75,000 - $90,000. Salary is dependent upon experience and geographic location.

Company Overview

At GFT, a privately held AEC firm, we innovate where transportation, water, power, and buildings converge. We call this the Infrastructure of Life. We measure our success by the strength of our relationships – that’s why we’re the employer of choice for 5,000+ of the industry’s brightest engineers, planners, architects, inspectors, designers, and more. Our clients choose us for our expertise and prefer us for our nimble approach, creativity, and personal touch. Backed by over a century’s experience, together we’re building a lasting legacy for future generations: stronger communities, a healthier planet, and better lives.

GFT is an Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veterans’ status or other characteristics protected by law.