Proposal Manager II

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Lead the proposal process by examining and summarizing solicitation documents, creating pursuit timelines, coordinating the development of technical solutions and content, and engaging creative resources.

• Draft proposal documents and facilitate color review meetings.

• Ensure adherence to established quality assurance and quality control processes.

• Attend and/or participate in pursuit pre-RFP meetings.

• Maintain data related to opportunities, projects, and staff in the firm's ERP database.

• Oversee preparation for shortlist interviews in collaboration with the marketing manager and creative team.

• Coordinate technical writing tasks with the subject matter leadership team.

• Conduct compliant QA/QC reviews across markets.

• Identify and assist in the development of reusable content.

• Research ERP data for experience, collaboration, and client history to support proposals.

• Engage in capture planning to formulate proposal solutions and win themes.

• Contribute to proposal process enhancements through internal lessons learned and client debrief sessions.

• Mentor proposal coordinators and interns.

• Report to the Senior Proposal Manager and work alongside market leaders, program directors, project managers, technical SMEs, and other departmental resources.

• Provide support for projects related to water and energy utilities.

⛳️ Requirements

• BA/BS in a relevant field with 5-8 years of experience in the technical/AEC industry, or 12+ years of relevant AEC experience.

• Previous experience in proposals involving water, wastewater, stormwater, sanitary sewers, and other related services is highly preferred.

• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication abilities.

• Capability to work within a team environment, positively influence others, and cultivate strong internal and external relationships.

• Keen attention to detail with the ability to prioritize multiple deadlines.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office, InDesign, and Adobe Acrobat.

• Exceptional problem-solving, time-management, organizational, and record-keeping skills.

• Adaptability to swiftly changing conditions and priorities.

• High level of self-motivation.

• Applicants must have work authorization in the country where the job is located.

• Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.

🏝️ Benefits

• Freedom to Work program: Set your own schedule and location (as appropriate).

• Principal program: Earn the opportunity to become an owner of the firm.

• Flexible paid time off/vacation: Take time off when it makes sense for you and your team.

• Career development: Explore a wide range of learning and growth opportunities within and across industries.

• Health, life, vision, and dental insurance: Cover all your medical bases.

• Paid sick time

• Retirement plan

• Fitness reimbursement

• Pet insurance

• Identity protection

• Technology stipend

• Employee assistance program