Proposal Specialist

Overview

Coordinate and produce construction proposals, managing content, design, and team collaboration.

Key Responsibilities

• proposal design
• proposal writing
• data management
• proposal production
• rfp management
• pursuit coordination

Tasks

-Manage the design and presentation of proposal content and packaging to ensure visual clarity and consistency with EllisDon brand standards. -Writing and editing proposal content including executive summaries, project descriptions, qualification summaries, project methodology and resumes. -Support the Proposal Manager with timely management and production of proposal responses (RFP, RFQ, EOI, SOQs, etc.). -Develop, update and maintain data for proposals, such as detailed project challenges and solutions, project profiles, area statistics, resumes, references, etc. for use in future proposal responses. -Proactively support and mentor junior team members in strategy development and proposal management. -Lead status and review meetings to ensure pursuit teams are informed about the latest proposal requirements and on schedule with their assigned contributions. -Lead the pursuit teams throughout the RFP submission process, including supporting strategy development, scheduling and attending meetings, taking minutes, managing pursuit documentation, and coordinating with contributors/SMEs. -Be accountable for all aspects of proposal management for assigned proposal and pre-qualification submissions. This will involve directly working with the Proposal Manager, technical content leads, and subject matter experts to ensure that proposal process, design, content, and relationships are effectively managed on assigned pursuits.

Requirements

• microsoft 365
• adobe indesign
• marketing degree
• 5+ years
• project scheduling
• proofreading

What You Bring

-You are comfortable collaborating with teams to meet deadlines, taking a proactive approach to keeping projects on track. -You have a strong design sensibility and pay particular attention to the visual clarity and consistency of information. -You have the ability to work collaboratively and be a team player. -You have strong writing and proofreading skills. You pay particular attention to content with regards to copy writing, editing, grammar, spelling, and punctuation. -You have a keen understanding of developing written content for specific audiences and enjoy story telling. -You have a Degree or Diploma in Commerce/Marketing/Communications, or an equivalent background in marketing, communication, graphic design, project management, or administration. Knowledge of construction would be considered an asset. -You have minimum 5 years of professional work experience coordinating teams to develop technical corporate proposals, preferably in the construction, architecture, or engineering industry. -You have strong process skills involving the efficient scheduling, coordination, and execution of complex projects under challenging timelines. -You are well versed with Microsoft 365 (specifically Word and PowerPoint). Working knowledge of the Adobe Creative Suite (particularly InDesign) would be considered an asset.

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About Ellisdon

-Known for its innovative approach, the company offers cutting-edge solutions to complex construction projects. -Has a strong history of delivering large-scale projects in sectors such as residential, commercial, and industrial. -Typical projects include high-rise buildings, office spaces, transportation hubs, and critical infrastructure. -Leverages advanced technologies to streamline project delivery and enhance efficiency. -Scope of work spans across Canada and beyond, providing services to a diverse range of industries. -Notably involved in some of Canada's most iconic and impactful construction projects.

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