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 for prospective projects.

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

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

• Establish and enforce RFP requirements.

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

• Ensure that internal and customer proposal requirements and deliverables are met within deadlines.

• Supervise a medium-to-large-sized team comprising proposal administrators, bid coordinators, technical writers, and technical proposal managers.

• Lead interactions with both internal and external stakeholders involved in bid proposals and project planning teams.

• Effectively communicate and present information to client groups and team members.

• Offer technical guidance to less experienced staff and oversee the proposal process.

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

• Foster accountability while providing motivation and constructive feedback.

• Juggle multiple deadlines and documentation while adhering to client qualifications and timelines.

• Review compliance requirements and develop logically structured documents that fulfill client specifications.

• Write sections of documents as needed.

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

• Collaborate closely with various teams to convey requirements and uphold proposal schedules and compliance.

• Ensure adherence to the Henkels & McCoy West Project Management Methodology, along with safety and quality management protocols.

⛳️ Requirements

• Experience as a proposal coordinator, technical writer, or a similar role in the AEC industry, ideally 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 gather and structure large volumes of information promptly.

• Strong computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

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

• Moderate problem-solving capabilities and a proactive approach to critical thinking.

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

• 7–10 years of relevant industry experience.

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

• Ability to write in a clear and concise manner.

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

• Knowledge of Procore, B2W, and P6 is an advantage.

🏝️ Benefits

• Extensive training, resources, and opportunities for professional advancement.

• An inclusive and welcoming workplace culture.

• Commitment to equal opportunity employment.

• Remote working options available within the West Region of the United States.