Senior Proposal Manager

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Oregon, +1 more state.

📋 Description

• Oversee and assist in the design, planning, and execution of proposals and Statements of Work.

• Support Project and Business Development teams by implementing bid, pricing, and proposal strategies.

• Evaluate internal pricing strategies and performance in relation to service delivery objectives.

• Define and execute RFP requirements.

• Manage the proposal life cycle from RFP through Proposal, Award, and Project Handoff.

• Ensure that all associated deliverables meet internal and client proposal requirements in a timely manner.

• Supervise a medium-to-large-sized team of employees as direct reports.

• Facilitate interactions with both internal and external stakeholders on bid proposals and project planning teams.

• Communicate and present effectively to clients and team members.

• Provide technical guidance to junior personnel and oversee the proposal process.

• Ensure that team goals, roles, protocols, and business relationships align with high-performance standards and company strategy.

• Supervise proposal administrators, bid coordinators, technical writers, and technical proposal managers who do not have direct reports.

• Ensure adherence to Project Management Methodology and safety and quality management protocols.

• Manage multiple deadlines and documents while fulfilling client qualifications and timelines.

• Analyze compliance requirements and create well-organized documents that satisfy client requests.

• Write document sections as needed.

• Apply company branding and style guidelines to maintain a consistent voice, language, and messaging.

• Collaborate with teams to communicate requirements and uphold accountability for deliverables and proposal timelines.

⛳️ Requirements

• Strong ability to write clearly and concisely.

• Experience as a proposal coordinator, technical writer, or similar role in the AEC industry, preferably with a contractor engaged in EPC or Design-Build alternative delivery methods.

• Familiarity with subcontractor bidding events.

• Demonstrated excellence in technical writing and organizational skills.

• Ability to efficiently collect and organize substantial amounts of information.

• Proficient in computer skills and MS Office applications.

• Proven leadership experience with a team of direct reports, particularly in the construction sector.

• Capable of moderately complex problem-solving and motivated to utilize critical thinking skills.

• Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, English, or a related field, and/or a technical writing certificate with comparable years of experience.

• 7-10 years of relevant professional experience.

• 5+ years of leadership experience in mentoring and developing a team of technical writers.

• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Adobe Acrobat.

• Knowledge of Procore, B2W, and P6 is a plus.

🏝️ Benefits

• An inclusive and welcoming culture.

• Access to training, tools, and opportunities for professional development.

• Commitment to equal opportunity employment.

• Option for remote work within the Western Region of the United States.