Proposal Manager

Mott Macdonald

The Role

Overview

Lead development of complex proposals and presentations to win competitive projects.

Key Responsibilities

  • proposal review
  • proposal development
  • rfi development
  • graphic design
  • proposal strategy
  • relationship management

Tasks

-Review proposal drafts and final versions for responsiveness, compliance, accuracy, quality, consistent writing style, and effective layout and design. -Facilitate coordination with technical staff in developing strategic proposal responses to meet proposal requirements. -Support the development and implementation of pursuits and strategic pursuit processes. -Coordinate closely with other team members and subject matter experts to support prepositioning through submission. -Lead the development of proposals and presentations, including key messages, themes, and differentiators. -Assist with presentations, conduct technical staff interviews, archive proposals, and update company/business information. -Build and maintain relationships with technical staff, subject matter experts, and prospective teaming partners to promote effective communication and partnerships. -Lead and participate in proposal meetings, reviews, and related activities. -Develop Requests for Information based on client RFPs/RFQs and collaborate with subconsultant teaming partners for proposal needs. -Highlight strengths and differentiators throughout all sections of the proposal and presentations. -Customize all sections of proposals, including resumes and project descriptions. -Conduct storyboarding to drive content plans, develop graphics and layout in line with brand standards. -Lead proposal strategy and development of creative, compelling, and targeted proposals across all practices.

Requirements

  • bachelor's
  • project management
  • adobe indesign
  • microsoft office
  • communication
  • 10+ years

What You Bring

-Effective communication with technical staff and management, fostering collaborative relationships. -Bachelor's Degree in Marketing, Communications, Journalism, English, Business, or a related field. -Excellent time and project management skills, with the ability to prioritize and thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. -Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, analytical and general business skills, and the ability to process information quickly and accurately. -10 plus years’ experience developing strategic submissions, preferably within the AEC industry. -Strong ability to manage and motivate others, stimulating creativity. -Excellent oral, written, and visual communication skills, including editing and proofreading abilities. -Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, and PowerPoint. -Ability to thrive under the pressure of multiple deadlines while managing projects with diverse team members.

Benefits

-San Ramon, CA, San Jose CA - $123,000- $155,000 -Los Angeles, CA, Orange, CA, San Diego, CA, Seattle, WA, Portland, OR - $106,000- $137,000

The Company

About Mott Macdonald

-Delivering complex projects that require both technical expertise and strategic vision. -Design of major infrastructure and transport systems. -Specializing in sustainable solutions to address challenges and capitalize on opportunities. -History built on innovation and forward-thinking engineering, consistently delivering impactful results.

Sector Specialisms

Engineering

Architecture

Bridges

Building services

Building structures

Dams and reservoirs

Geotechnics

Industrialized design and construction

Transportation

Energy

Water

Buildings

Infrastructure

Systems engineering and assurance

Container terminal sector

Marine

Utilities

Heavy Civil

Commercial

Residential

Government