Public Sector Proposal Manager

About Willmeng

Since 1977, Arizona-based commercial general contractor Willmeng Construction has been committed to building excellence and preserving the company's high value to the clients they serve. Willmeng gives back to the community and has been recognized for a multitude of awards for project excellence and company culture, including:

• Contractor of the Year by AZRE Magazine
• #1 General Contractor by Ranking Arizona
• Best Workplace by Inc. Magazine
• General Contractor of the Year by NAIOP
• Best Places to Work by Phoenix Business Journal

The Role

The Public Sector Proposal Manager will lead and manage proposals and actively participate in the pursuit process. The ideal candidate is a self-starter with strong organizational skills, capable of managing multiple priorities and tasks independently, even in the face of shifting deadlines. They must demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills and maintain a strong commitment to excellence in all aspects of their work. This role will report directly to the Director of Marketing Operations.

What you will accomplish

• Lead and manage the end-to-end proposal process, including strategy development, scheduling, content development, reviews, and final submission of statements of qualifications (SOQs), proposals, and presentations.
• Develop and execute proposal strategies that align with company growth objectives and client priorities, ensuring a compelling and differentiated response.
• Partner with Project Executives, Project Managers, and technical teams to shape win themes, messaging, and technical narratives for complex pursuits.
• Oversee the development, organization, and continuous improvement of proposal content, including resumes, project descriptions, and technical materials.
• Manage and maintain proposal databases and content libraries to ensure accuracy, consistency, and accessibility of marketing materials.
• Provide leadership and direction throughout the proposal lifecycle, facilitating kickoff meetings, review milestones, and production efforts.
• Ensure all proposals meet high standards for quality, compliance, and brand consistency, including final oversight of editing, formatting, and RFP requirements.
• Translate complex technical solutions, construction approaches, and project strategies into clear, client-focused messaging.
• Manage Proposal Coordinator(s) activities through proposal process.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred, with 4–7 years of relevant experience; without a degree, 5+ years of A/E/C industry marketing experience required.
• Proven experience in a marketing role within the Architecture/Engineering/Construction (A/E/C) industry.
• Strong understanding of A/E/C terminology, deliverables, and processes.
• In-depth knowledge of the RFP and proposal development process.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Creative Suite, including InDesign (Photoshop and Illustrator a plus).
• Experience with a CRM and basic business management skills preferred.

What we would like you to have

You’re inspired by our values:

• Altruistic - Our foundation is built upon the authentic, selfless concern we share for the success and wellbeing of others.
• Fair 360 - We illuminate with kindness by seeking to understand before being understood and by caring more than may seem reasonable so we can achieve genuine success for all.
• Strategic - The blueprint that guides the creation of a genuine place of purpose expresses the clarity of our vision, the rigor of our thought and the character of our word.
• Sincere - We present no facades, only genuine elevations of truth, trust, and wholehearted loyalty to the employees we mentor, the clients we serve and the communities we call home.
• Nimble - Our structural integrity is ensured through the balance of resourcefulness, responsiveness, and adaptability and strengthened by being well-rounded in the market to serve at the highest levels.

Compensation

Alongside cash, our total compensation package includes comprehensive benefits and 100% employee ownership. From wellness to work life, our benefits support our employees' total wellbeing.

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• Discretionary annual bonus
• 401k with employer match
• Employee medical, dental, and vision insurance 100% covered, with options to add dependents at 50% coverage by Willmeng
• Flexible Time Off Policy
• 9 paid company holidays
• 3 consecutive weeks of parental bonding leave, with an additional 3-5 weeks of disability leave for delivery recovery
• Spacious break rooms with healthy meals & snacks provided at no additional cost
• Team-building activities, including volunteer opportunities