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Aecom

Proposal Specialist III

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Aecom
Trusted global infrastructure consulting firm delivering engineering, design, construction management services.
Lead and support proposal development for AECOM's West Region projects.
9d ago
$65,000 - $90,000
Experienced (8-12 years), Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
Chicago, IL
Hybrid
Company Size
51,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Engineering
Construction Services
Project Management
Design
Architecture
Consulting
Environmental Services
Program Management
Sector Specialisms
Industrial
Agriculture, Food & Beverage
Automotive & Heavy Equipment & Machinery
Data Centers & Digital Infrastructure
High Performance Logistics
Energy
Renewable Energy
Grid Modernization
Role
What you would be doing
content planning
lead writing
color review
revision management
go/no-go
coaching
  • Supports capture managers in development of the win strategy during capture through interview preparation.
  • Performs a self-check of work prior to submitting to others for review/approval
  • Completes internal debriefs for proposals they lead, leverages past pursuit debrief information. Supports team during win/loss debriefs and gathering of client feedback on proposals to ensure and demonstrate continuous improvement.
  • Creates annotated outlines and content plan and provides recommendations to technical teams on section structures.
  • May serve as lead writer and editor for tailored resumes, past performance sections, executive summaries, and/or management approaches for proposals.
  • Facilitates color reviews (Pink and Red team), quality reviews, and applies lessons learned to add value to proposals.
  • May support marketing or pursuits strategy and content development related to clients/markets, marketing communications, campaigns, account managers (CAMs) and business lines, as necessary.
  • Manages the implementation of proposal and presentation revisions based on direction from review teams.
  • Participates by providing recommendations in go/no-go and greenlight analyses in compliance with delegation of authority guidelines, capture planning and positioning activities as they pertain to preparation for the proposal.
  • Coaches entry level proposal team members
  • Leads medium to large proposals and presentations, and supports from capture through to interview stage, with support as required.
What you bring
ba/bs
4 years
indesign
salesforce
microsoft teams
proposal writing
  • Initiative, skill, and personal commitment to manage multiple projects and details concurrently, follow up, and bring tasks and projects to full completion.
  • Working knowledge of and interest in the A/E industry, including AECOM’s projects, people, credentials, and competitors is highly preferred
  • An understanding of CRM Salesforce experience is a plus.
  • A working knowledge of collaborative tools such as Microsoft Teams, SharePoint, etc.
  • BA/BS + 4 years of experience collaborating within a marketing team to lead and/or support proposal activity or a demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
  • BA/BS in Journalism, English, Communications, Marketing or a related field
  • Ability to produce accurate, compliant, and compelling work independently and with others.
  • Excellent writing skills, with an aptitude and attention to detail.
  • A developed understanding of effective proposal and presentation writing and production.
  • Experience demonstrating leadership qualities.
  • This position does not include sponsorship for United States work authorization now or in the future
  • A detailed knowledge of marketing best practices and procedures, work processes, and tools.
  • A strong working knowledge of InDesign as well as Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Adobe Acrobat.
  • Proven organizational and administrative skills, including the ability to complete varied work tasks on schedule, and lead deliverable efforts by others; and the proven ability to manage documents.
Benefits
  • Relocation assistance and/or per diem is not offered for this position
Training + Development
Information not given or found
Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
  • this position does not include sponsorship for united states work authorization now or in the future.
Security clearance
Information not given or found
Company
Overview
Born 1990
Year of Formation
The company was formed in 1990 through the merger of five legacy firms.
$16B annual revenue
Annual Revenue
The company generates over $16 billion in revenue annually and ranks highly in ENR's global design firm lists.
150+ countries
Global Presence
The company operates in over 150 countries worldwide.
Megaprojects delivery
Project Scope
The company is known for delivering megaprojects such as cable-stayed bridges, Olympic venues, ports, transit hubs, and disaster recovery works.
  • Launched as a bold independent infrastructure consultancy from a merger of five legacy firms dating back over a century.
  • Handles everything from geotech to electro-mechanical systems, as seen in the award-winning Romaine Hydroelectric Complex in Canada.
  • Guides projects through every lifecycle stage in transportation, buildings, water systems, energy, and environmental sectors.
Culture + Values
  • Safety first - We put safety at the core of everything we do.
  • Integrity - We act with the highest ethical standards.
  • Collaboration - We believe in the power of teamwork.
  • Innovation - We embrace creativity and foster new ideas.
  • Sustainability - We are committed to creating a sustainable future.
Environment + Sustainability
2040
Net Zero Carbon Target
Committed to achieving net zero carbon emissions by 2040.
50%
Emission Reduction Target
Committed to reducing operational carbon emissions by 50% by 2030.
  • Focus on decarbonization across client projects and operations.
  • Developed strategies for climate resilience and adaptation.
  • Initiated projects that contribute to sustainable infrastructure and urban planning.
Inclusion & Diversity
50% gender parity
Gender Parity Target
Aim to achieve gender balance in leadership positions by 2030.
35% increase
Women Leadership Growth
Achieved significant growth in women representation in leadership roles in 2022.
  • Committed to increasing racial and ethnic diversity across the company.
  • Implemented programs to foster a diverse and inclusive workplace culture.
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