Lead proposal process through analyzing/outlining solicitation documents, developing pursuit schedule, coordination of technical solution/content development, and engages creative resource support.
Develop draft proposal documents for and lead color review meetings.
Ensure established quality assurance/quality process is followed.
Participate in and/or attends pursuit pre-RFP meetings.
Maintain opportunity, project, and staff data in firm ERP database.
Coordinate shortlist interview preparation with marketing manager and creative team.
Coordinate technical writing assignments with subject matter leadership team.
Perform cross-market compliant QA/QC reviews.
Identify and support creation of reusable content.
Research ERP data for experience, teaming, and client history to use in proposals.
Participate in capture planning to develop proposal solutions and win themes.
Support proposal process improvement through internal lessons learned and client debrief.
Actively mentor proposal coordinators and interns.
Active participation/leadership in industry trade organizations (APMP, SMPS) is a plus.

Requirements

BA/BS in relevant field and 5-8 years technical/AEC industry experience or 12+ years relevant AEC experience.
Previous proposal experience involving water, wastewater, stormwater, sanitary sewers, and other related services highly preferred.
Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills with ability to work in a team environment, positively influence others, and develop strong internal and external relationships.
Strong attention to detail and ability to prioritize multiple deadlines.
Proficient with Microsoft Office, InDesign, and Adobe Acrobat.
Excellent problem-solving skills, time-management, organizational, and record-keeping skills.
You thrive working in a fast-paced, highly driven environment and can adapt quickly to changing conditions and priorities.
A high level of self-motivation.

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, and more!

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools

proposal developmenttechnical writingquality assurancequality controldata analysiscontent developmentproject managementcapture planningproblem-solvingrecord-keeping

Soft Skills

interpersonal skillsverbal communicationwritten communicationteam collaborationattention to detailtime managementorganizational skillsself-motivationleadershipmentoring