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Socotec

Senior Proposal Writer

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Socotec
Provider of testing, inspection, and certification services for construction, infrastructure, and industry sectors.
Senior Proposal Writer creates and coordinates RFP response packages for public-sector clients.
5d ago
Intermediate (4-7 years), Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Boston, MA
Hybrid
Company Size
12,500 Employees
Service Specialisms
Project Advisory
Engineering Design Consulting
Testing & Inspection
Building Envelope
Schedule & Contract Management
Sector Specialisms
Infrastructure
Buildings
Energy
Industrial
Nuclear
Role
What you would be doing
proposal development
crm management
qc review
client liaison
procurement research
team scrum
  • Develop technical proposals and qualifications packages tailored to public-sector procurement requirements and local client expectations.
  • Collect, enter, and maintain client and project data in our CRM platform (Deltek).
  • Conduct research, gather information, and attend meetings with service line leaders to ensure proposals reflect SOCOTEC’s expertise and competitive advantages.
  • Collaborate with internal Legal and Finance teams to produce complete packages.
  • Developing proposals for public-sector and municipal clients
  • Provide quality control review of proposals prepared by other team members to ensure accuracy, compliance, and on-time delivery.
  • Review assigned qualification and proposal requests, assess requirements, and identify appropriate service line leaders to provide input on scope and fees.
  • Serving as an in-office resource for multiple service line leaders
  • Review proposals and estimates with technical team leaders; update according to their input and ensure compliance with client requirements.
  • Strengthening SOCOTEC’s relationships with local towns, agencies, and institutions throughout Massachusetts and New England
  • Participate in daily team scrum to review proposal priorities and progress.
  • Coordinate with the Proposal Team Manager to refine templates, narratives, and graphics based on client needs and regional feedback.
  • Serve as a liaison with local clients and prospects to obtain clarifications, confirm proposal receipt, and support relationship-building efforts.
  • Maintain familiarity with regional procurement practices (Massachusetts towns, state agencies, and institutions) to strengthen responsiveness and positioning.
What you bring
3-5 yrs
deltek vantagepoint
adobe indesign
microsoft office
bachelor’s degree
public sector
  • Minimum of 3 to 5 years of experience in proposal writing, estimating, and qualifications preparation, preferably within an architecture, engineering, or consulting firm with public-sector experience.
  • Ability to manage competing deadlines while juggling multiple proposals.
  • Exceptional organizational and written communication skills, with a focus on accuracy, compliance, and attention to detail.
  • Established knowledge of Massachusetts/New England municipalities, state agencies, and public-sector procurement processes strongly preferred.
  • Experience with Deltek Vantagepoint desirable.
  • Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (especially Adobe InDesign) and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams).
  • Comfortable collaborating in-office with technical leaders across multiple disciplines.
  • Bachelor’s degree required; experience in architecture, engineering, or related field desirable.
Benefits
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Training + Development
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Company
Overview
  • SOCOTEC is a global leader in testing, inspection, and certification (TIC) services, founded in 1953 and headquartered in France.
  • The company specializes in ensuring the integrity of assets and safety of people across various industries, with a strong focus on construction and infrastructure sectors.
  • SOCOTEC operates in 27 countries across five continents, serving over 250,000 clients worldwide.
  • The group reached €1 billion in revenue in 2021, doubling its size in five years, with 50% of turnover coming from international operations.
  • SOCOTEC's services include technical verification, geotechnical engineering, environmental safety, and training programs throughout the project lifecycle.
  • The company has completed numerous acquisitions to expand its global footprint, including recent strategic purchases in the UK and US markets.
  • SOCOTEC aims to achieve a turnover of €2.4 billion by 2028, with 60% expected to come from international activities.
  • The company provides specialized services such as LEED certification consulting, sustainable project certifications, and interior wellness planning.
  • SOCOTEC has worked on high-profile projects like The Discovery Channel Headquarters in New York (WELL Platinum certified) and 1 Vanderbilt Office Tower (WELL Core Platinum certified).
  • The group's expertise extends to emerging areas such as renewable and decarbonized energies, reflecting its adaptation to evolving industry needs.
Culture + Values
  • Building trust for a safer and sustainable world
  • Commitment & Excellence: Lead by example
  • Entrepreneurship & Innovation: Taking risks with an entrepreneurial spirit
  • Accountability & Social Responsibility: Being on the solution side
  • Employee-centric culture focused on growth and development
  • Inclusive and diverse environment celebrating unique perspectives
  • Work-life balance with flexible arrangements and wellness programs
  • Recognition and rewards for employee achievements
  • Open-mindedness and continuous learning
  • Customer-centric approach based on trust and empathy
  • Ethical practices and integrity as a trusted third-party
  • Commitment to reducing carbon footprint and promoting sustainability
  • Social inclusion and support for disadvantaged groups
  • Emphasis on innovation and tech-driven solutions
Environment + Sustainability
  • SOCOTEC aims to reduce its carbon emissions by 15% between 2020 and 2024
  • The company's carbon intensity decreased by 4% from 2021 to 2023 worldwide
  • Green Trust services and assignments represented 33.45% of SOCOTEC Group sales in 2023, up from 30% in 2022 and 26% in 2021
  • Target of 50% of Group sales from Green Trust services by 2028
  • Delivered 500 electric vehicles at the end of 2023, with 500 additional vehicles planned for the first half of 2024 in France
  • 2028 target: Electrification of 50% of the SOCOTEC vehicle fleet
  • Goal to reduce building-related energy consumption by 25% by 2028
  • 100% of obsolete D3E equipment processed in the circular economy in France since 2021
  • 1,254 units of equipment re-used (30%) or recycled (70%) with partners in 2023
  • SOCOTEC offers Green Trust services to improve technical, energy, green, and reuse performance of equipment and buildings
  • The company is committed to actively contributing to the development of the circular economy in construction and the environment
  • SOCOTEC aims to optimize the energy performance of buildings and adopt responsible behavior to reduce its own carbon footprint
Inclusion & Diversity
  • Commitment to gender equality and wellbeing at work through signed agreements
  • Targets set to ensure equal treatment and opportunities for men and women
  • Measures taken to combat all forms of discrimination
  • Assessment of gender balance results across geographical platforms
  • Publication of gender pay gap data as required by law
  • Women's median hourly pay was 8.0% lower than men's in 2023-24
  • 24.5% of women received bonus pay compared to 40.5% of men in 2023-24
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