Pursuit/Proposal Manager-Marketing

Overview

Manage proposal development for MEPS projects, overseeing strategy, writing, and delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• proposal management
• qa/qc checks
• capture planning
• sales materials
• corporate standards
• presentation graphics

Tasks

-Work in tandem with Market Segment Leaders, Client Managers, and technical leads to determine go/no-go decisions, capture planning, pursuit win strategies, craft sales messages, assemble pursuit teams, manage the proposal process, and develop proposal responses. -Perform QA/QC checks to ensure proposals and other marketing materials are compliant, accurate and delivered in a timely manner. -Responsible for the full life cycle of the proposal preparation process, including state and local proposals, design-build proposals, technical proposals, qualification packages, and oral presentations. -Write supporting sales materials, including project descriptions, resumes, service group overviews, and executive summaries. -Comply with our corporate standards to present a consistent appearance/style for all presentation graphics, proposals, resumes, and collateral materials.

Requirements

• bachelor’s
• proposal management
• adobe cc
• 10+ years
• microsoft office
• deltek vision

What You Bring

-Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, English, Journalism, Graphics or related field required. -Effective proposal management skills, including planning, organization, problem identification and resolution, and resource management skills. -Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud desktop publishing applications (InDesign & Acrobat Pro). -10+ years’ experience personally producing proposals and managing proposal efforts in the A/E/C industry. -Must have extensive computer software skills, including Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook & Teams). -Knowledge of database/CRM systems, specifically Deltek Vision, a plus. -Only recipients of an offer of employment from Dewberry, will be required to submit to a background screening which may include, but is not limited to, employment verification, educational and other credential verification, driving record check, criminal background check, and an investigative consumer report. These screenings will be conducted by Dewberry’s background vendor of choice and will be conducted in compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local law.

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About Dewberry

-Began as a family‑owned engineering firm and has grown into a nationwide professional services powerhouse. -Headquartered in Fairfax, VA. -Over six decades, it has woven its identity through iconic projects like the Hampton Roads Bridge‑Tunnel expansion and NOAA coastal mapping contracts. -Combining architecture, engineering, surveying, geospatial and construction management, Dewberry tackles projects across sectors—from transportation corridors to water‑resource systems. -Embraces design‑build delivery, supporting clients in both public and private sectors, including complex federal infrastructure and environmental undertakings. -A standout moment came when Dewberry secured NOAA’s multi‑state coastal geospatial services contract, reinforcing its reputation in geospatial innovation. -Work spans clinics, wastewater plants, transit‑oriented developments, shoreline mapping and more—reflecting a breadth that defines the firm’s narrative. -Firm leadership remains connected to its roots: still family‑led, yet managed with nationwide collaboration and a creative spirit.

Sector Specialisms

Visa Sponsorship

-dewberry will not sponsor a new applicant for work authorization.

Security Clearance

-candidates offered employment must undergo background screening including employment verification, education and credential verification, driving record check, criminal background check, and an investigative consumer report.