Manager, Proposals, Canada East, Transportation & Infrastructure

Description

• You may assist with managing, monitoring and maintaining the proposal database, tools, files, and systems through appropriate information management systems. You will keep accurate records on proposals in progress, completed, wins, losses, etc.
• Enhance the world around you - from the environment to the highways, to the buildings and the terrain, WSP is the fabric of Canada.
• You collaborate in the realization and implementation of new processes or process improvements.
• You’ll manage the workflow of a team of 5 to 10 employees. You are responsible for providing employees with day-to-day direction and tasks in line with departmental procedures.
• You'll lead or support in proposal strategy and review meetings, coordinating information across disciplines to ensure all submissions are uniform and coherent.
• You’ll assist in the selection process of hiring new team talent, and supervise the integration and training of new staff.
• You'll conduct post-proposal evaluations and client debriefs to obtain insights for improving the proposal process.
• On all proposals, develop a proposal outline document, schedule/facilitate contributions of all parties, ensure RFP compliance, draft standard proposal sections, facilitate reviews, and perform quality control on final documents.
• You'll lead proposal response efforts including organizing necessary meetings and acting as the central point of communication for the proposal response team.
• You provide constructive feedback on a regular basis and collaborate to find solutions to problems.
• Participate in proposal strategy and review meetings. Where several disciplines are involved in a submission, coordinate the information of the various disciplines in such a manner that the submission has a uniform and coherent appearance.
• You'll occasionally collaborate nationally and may work with other proposal coordinators, graphic designers, technical resources, legal professionals and other internal resources to complete and submit proposals.
• You collaborate with other Proposal Leads across the country, Regional VP's and managers.
• You develop team spirit through leadership. You encourage a positive work environment and culture to foster mutual support among group members.

Requirements

• Ability to establish positive internal and external relationships with a range of stakeholders from senior level management to design and administrative staff.
• Senior level experience in proposal development or similar environment, preferably with experience in Engineering Consulting or Professional Services firms; or intermediate to senior level experience in proposal development or similar environment, preferably with experience in Engineering Consulting or Professional Services firms.
• A self-motivated team member, who demonstrates initiative to go above and beyond the task at hand, can effectively multitask and who is capable of handling shifting priorities within a demanding deadline-orientated environment.
• Strong computer skills: Proficiency in MS Office; Adobe Creative Suite including InDesign and Photoshop, and SharePoint Online is desirable.
• You are comfortable writing all proposal sections, including executive summaries, project descriptions (qualification summaries), matrices and CVs as required.
• Ability to work in a team environment, working towards common goals and objectives.
• Strong English language and writing skills – including attention to detail and ability to write, proofread and edit material, as well as an aptitude for understanding technical terminology.
• Experience in managing two or more direct reports on a day-to-day basis, providing guidance, coaching, and overall performance feedback.
• APMP Bid/Proposal Foundation Certified, or other levels of APMP certifications is an asset.
• Flexibility to work overtime to meet proposal deadlines as required.

Benefits

• Our Flexible Work Policy – we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours. We will support you on and off the job so you can be fully present in both your work and home lives.
• Outstanding career opportunities - we're growing and pushing ourselves every day to be greater than yesterday - we're open to your ideas and trying new things.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance