Pursuits Specialist

Overview

Creates and coordinates multidisciplinary proposals to win construction projects.

Key Responsibilities

• proposal management
• rfp response
• content development
• quality management
• presentation design
• marketing database

Tasks

-Safety – Consistently works within DAVIS safety standards; promotes safety as a priority with coworkers, subcontractors and external clients -Provide strategic guidance and coaching throughout the proposal and presentation process; ability to understand the message trying to be conveyed by the project team and effectively organize and present the information such that the message is not lost -Write, edit and proof read a variety of comprehensive narrative and proposal materials (as well as non-proposal marketing materials and website content) per the DAVIS brand standards + style guide; translate technical verbiage into a clear vocabulary necessary; maintain continuity of writing style among different writers and throughout the material; advise on style guide updates -Maintain and update marketing knowledge base consisting of project descriptions, employee resume + biographies, professional award + certification documents -Champion the DAVIS culture -Champions DAVIS Business – Consistently markets DAVIS business within the scope of their job; actively seeks and / or supports new business opportunities; actively builds relationships and encourages others to do the same -Stay current with DAVIS projects, potential projects, and staffing and understand DAVIS’ services, differentiators, experience, personnel information, and history -Manage the development of multiple proposals; proposal response production; develop RFP / RFQ response layout, coordinate draft materials; create, manage and maintain proposal responsibility matrix and content outline; production (collect + compile all information) and final delivery -Lead presentation formatting and content development specific to each proposal + set of client touch points -Support and collaborate with Market Sectors / key DAVIS stakeholders to formulate and submit proposals, maximizing DAVIS’ overall marketing strategy and activity -Contribute to the teams broader marketing efforts + initiatives -Commitment to Quality – Applies DAVIS standards to produce high quality work on a consistent basis; produces work that is accurate and reliable, actively demonstrates excellence in service; builds and maintains integrity as a core function of their job and in their relationships with others -Maintain proposal quality management; create templates, checklists and boilerplate documents to support the proposal development infrastructure and maintain proposal quality management

Requirements

• ms office
• adobe
• gsa
• bachelor's
• apmp
• technical writing

What You Bring

-Understanding of A / E / C industry, its dynamics and touchpoint -Strong technical writing, editing and proof-reading experience, Strong ability to write creatively and to appeal appropriately to each audience with each message* -First 6 months are primarily in office and can transition to hybrid thereafter -Strong experience level with GSA proposal forms and other technical government proposal preparation* -Expert skill level + experience using MS Office 2010, various graphics and presentation programs (i.e. Adobe CS6 / Cloud, Acrobat 9 Pro, Prezi)* -Understand RFP / RFQ requirements to ensure compliance -Bachelor’s Degree in Construction, English or Marketing related field* -Expert organizational and time management skills to coordinate projects and people, prioritize and track multiple projects simultaneously, and meet critical deadlines* -At least five (5) years of previous; minimum of two (2) years of which should be specifically with proposal and presentation development related responsibilities; must have a demonstrated high level of experience and understanding of private + public sector proposal process* -Decision making, research and analytical problem solving skills* -Association of Proposal Management Professionals (APMP) and / or LEED accredited -Possess strong verbal and written communication skills, and interact effectively at all levels within the organization* -Time management with the ability to organize, assess and prioritize multiple tasks, projects, and demands, and to work independently* -MS Office – Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point and Outlook experience*

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About James G. Davis Construction (Davis)

-Specializes in delivering high-quality, complex projects across commercial, residential, and mixed-use sectors. -Known for their precision and ability to handle challenging construction projects in both urban and rural environments. -Expert in managing large-scale projects, from initial concept through to completion, ensuring timely delivery and quality results. -Has worked on a diverse range of projects, from iconic commercial buildings to sophisticated residential complexes. -Emphasizes collaboration with clients, architects, and contractors to achieve innovative and functional designs. -Recently expanded its portfolio to include more sustainable construction practices in urban development. -Renowned for completing projects under budget and ahead of schedule, often with demanding and complex specifications. -Is a trusted partner for some of the most prominent companies and organizations in the region.

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