Proposal Manager

Description

• Constantly computes, analyzes, and conceptualizes mathematical calculations and formulas.
• Constantly reads written communications and views email submissions.
• Constantly operates a computer and other office machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, phone, computer, and computer printer.
• Leads and manages the proposal team and resources throughout the full proposal process to ensure a top-quality, competitive, and winning response to comprehensive RFQs/RFPs and related documents.
• Defines overall proposal strategy and vision to ensure the incorporation of winning content.
• Ensures compliance with RFQ/RFP requirements and company standards throughout the proposal process.
• Champions proposal best practices, including compliance, storytelling, and visual presentation standards.
• Spearheads the management and maintenance of data management systems including data gathering and confirmation of accuracy and completeness.
• The individual in this position will periodically walk, kneel, sit, crouch, reach, stoop, read/see, speak, push, pull, lift, stand, and finger/type. The frequency of each action varies by workflow and office activity.
• Supports interview preparation and presentation development, including coaching teams, refining messaging and coordinating visuals.
• Coordinates final photography of projects in collaboration with Marketing Communications team, the project team and external team members.
• Manages, coaches, trains and mentors marketing coordinator, senior marketing coordinator and proposal lead team members in all aspects of the job to ensure growth.
• Stays current on industry trends and competitor strategies, incorporating insights into proposal strategy and positioning.
• Conducts post-proposal debriefs and lessons-learned sessions to continuously improve proposal processes and team performance.
• Works collaboratively with project executives, operations team members and subject matter experts to gather relevant data, insights and differentiators for creative and cohesive proposal content and other marketing materials, such as awards submissions.

Requirements

• Walking - The person in this position needs to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, boxes, cabinets, etc.
• Verification of Work Authorization and Employment Eligibility
• Microsoft Office Suite competency.
• Experience preparing teams for interviews and presentations.
• Excellent writing and editing skills.
• Background Checks for Badging/Security Clearances (if applicable)
• Rarely exposed to noisy environments and outdoor elements such as precipitation and wind.
• Highly proficient in Adobe Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, etc.).
• An eye for design and an ability to provide creative direction.
• Experience leading large, design-build teams a plus.
• Ability to work with diverse groups and develop productive relationships with team members at all levels.
• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications or a related field.
• Physical Exam (if applicable)
• Experience with data asset management software (Bynder, etc) and CRM software.
• Visual acuity and ability to operate a vehicle as certified and appropriate.
• Light Work. Exerting up to 25 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.
• 7-10 years of AEC marketing experience and/or a combination of education and experience.

Benefits

• Substance Abuse Screening
• Total Direct compensation: Base salary + COLA: $119,000 - $129,000
• Base Salary: $86,000 -$96,000
• Cost of Living adjustment (COLA) : $33,000

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance