Senior Proposal Strategist - Aviation & Federal (Kansas City)

Overview

Lead proposal strategy and management for business development wins.

Key Responsibilities

• proposal development
• metrics tracking
• graphics presentation
• submittal management
• team leadership
• award submission

Tasks

-Review and manage post-submittal activities. -Lead the interview practice sessions in the Checkmate phase. -Lead the development and presentation of the proposal plan; draft storyboards, and a proposal/win strategy. -Complete the submittal for industry awards (ACEC; ENR) local trade or national trade publications. -Support the development of metrics including change orders, safety, budget, schedule, diversity goals, and community involvement activities. -Lead and present proposal graphics and visuals. -Lead proposal services per the Checkmate phase to close out. -Attend professional associations, conferences, and build professional network and trade shows. -Complies with all policies and standards -Recommend proposal solutions during the review of the go/no-go decision and the official proposal kickoff meeting. -Manage the closing of the project deliverables. -Present at pink team review meeting and adjust proposal material in response to review and request. -Lead proposal team assignments and initial proposal management plan.

Requirements

• apmp
• indesign
• bachelor
• technical writing
• communication
• shipley

What You Bring

-Certified Proposal Management Professional -APMP -Proficiency with Adobe InDesign strongly preferred. -Applicable years of experience may be substituted for degree requirement. -Bachelor Degree in marketing, communications, business administration, or related field. and 8 years in marketing, business development, or sales with a professional services firm. Experience at an A/E firm preferred. -Superior technical writing abilities. -Excellent written & verbal communication skills. -Equivalent Preferred -Experience with the Shipley best practice model preferred.

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About Burns & Mcdonnell

-The firm grew steadily from municipal roots, evolving into a global design‑build leader with integrated engineering, architecture, and construction services. -Headquartered in Kansas City, it has expanded its operations to more than 75 offices worldwide, including locations in the US, Canada, UK, UAE, India, and the Middle East. -It specializes in sectors such as water, power, transportation, aviation, manufacturing, and oil & gas, undertaking projects ranging from airports to chemical facilities. -Its full‑service model encompasses consulting, design, procurement, construction, and commissioning, ensuring seamless project delivery from concept to operation. -The company is 100% employee‑owned, following a significant employee buyout in the 1980s that redefined its trajectory.

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