Energy Proposal Director

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in New York.

📋 Description

• Lead the comprehensive proposal development process, starting from initial intake through to final submission.

• Employ artificial intelligence and automation tools to efficiently draft, refine, and compile proposal content.

• Collaborate with subject matter experts to guarantee that all proposals are technically precise and aligned with client requirements.

• Manage the pricing desk function by developing competitive and profitable pricing models for potential deals.

• Utilize technology-enabled platforms and data analytics to assess pricing structures, market trends, and historical win rates.

• Provide clear pricing guidance to the sales team while ensuring adherence to internal margin requirements.

• Supervise the final approval process for all executed deals, confirming that all terms, pricing, and deliverables comply with corporate standards.

• Serve as the final checkpoint for contract accuracy prior to formal execution.

• Maintain a centralized database of approved deals using advanced contract management software.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, English, Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related discipline.

• A minimum of 5-8 years of experience in proposal writing, preferably in the energy, sustainability, or consulting sectors.

• Familiarity with energy efficiency, sustainability, and regulatory compliance services (such as GHG inventories, energy audits, and building performance standards) is strongly preferred.

• Proven track record in proposal management and pricing strategy within a complex sales landscape.

• Demonstrated proficiency with artificial intelligence tools, such as generative AI or automated proposal software, to enhance content creation and data analysis.

• Strong financial acumen with direct experience operating a pricing desk or similar functions.

• Exceptional project management capabilities and the ability to handle multiple high-priority deadlines.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

• Familiarity with Request For Proposal (RFP) and Request For Quote (RFQ) processes, as well as proposal management software, is a plus.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to effectively collaborate with internal teams and clients.

🏝️ Benefits

• Full health benefits (medical, dental, vision) with a dental buy-up option.

• 10 company-paid holidays.

• Competitive PTO policy.

• Paid volunteer time off to contribute to your community.

• 401k (pre-tax and Roth) benefits with company match.

• Company-sponsored Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance.