Proposal Specialist

Barnard

The Role

Overview

Manage and develop proposals and presentations for construction projects.

Key Responsibilities

  • pursuit management
  • rfp review
  • document management
  • proposal development
  • content coordination
  • marketing materials

Tasks

-Coordinates content collection with teaming partners and subcontractors, as needed. -With minimal supervision, responsible for independently reviewing Request for Proposal (RFP) requirements and coordinating a professional, thorough proposal. -Implements standard pursuit management methods, tools, techniques, and competencies. -Serves as the subject matter expert for proposal-related deliverables and provides mentoring to others as appropriate. -Performs additional non-traditional marketing responsibilities, including maintaining the resume and project profile database, performing website updates, creating marketing materials to support business development activities, and developing other external communications to support overall company messaging. -Leads the proposal process by facilitating reviews at key milestones and proposal workshops to assist the team in developing key win strategies and proposal-specific content that meets the client’s requirements. -Assists in developing content for key sections, including written responses and identification and creation of appropriate graphics. -Participates in debriefs, identifying areas of improved performance for lessons learned as well as areas of excellence for best practices. -Assumes overall responsibility for individual proposal-related deliverables such as prequalifications, proposals, and presentations, including the assignment of specific tasks to other proposal team members and follow-up to ensure completion. -Establishes pre-production document management and file-sharing for proposal teams. -Works closely with the proposal Technical Editor to ensure key messages are communicated clearly, messaging is consistent, and the proposal complies with the RFP requirements.

Requirements

  • proposal management
  • construction
  • marketing collateral
  • bachelor’s
  • adobe suite
  • detail oriented

What You Bring

-3+ years of proposal management experience preferred. -Experience in the construction/engineering/architecture industry a plus. -Experience in developing proposal templates, newsletters and other marketing collateral. -Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing, Business, Graphic Design, Journalism, or Communications -Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite including InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop. -Strong attention to detail with the ability to recognize discrepancies. -Ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced, changing environment while managing multiple projects.

Benefits

Barnard Construction Company, Inc., based in Bozeman, Montana, is a heavy-civil construction company with projects underway across North America. Barnard is ranked by Engineering News-Record , a leading construction industry periodical, as one of the nation’s Top 400 civil contractors. We specialize in dam construction and rehabilitation, power transmission and distribution, tunneling, inland marine, oil, gas, utility, and sewer and water pipeline projects. We offer competitive salaries, profit sharing, 401(k)s, a generous health plan, annual bonuses, and challenging career opportunities with a financially solid company. Barnard’s people are the reason for the success of the company. Our reputation attracts the highest quality personnel, people who are committed to producing projects that set a standard for excellence. At Barnard, we build the riskiest, most difficult, complex jobs we can find and we hire people who thrive on tough work and demanding opportunities.

The Company

About Barnard

-With a focus on complex, large-scale projects, they have earned a reputation for tackling the toughest challenges. -They specialize in water infrastructure, transportation, energy, and marine projects across the U.S. -Known for their expertise in managing projects that require specialized knowledge and innovative solutions. -Barnard has built a diverse portfolio, including energy plants, dams, tunnels, and complex transportation systems. -Their success stems from a combination of strong project management, technical expertise, and a commitment to quality. -Barnard's ability to deliver projects on time and within budget makes them a trusted partner in the industry.

Sector Specialisms

Heavy Civil

Dams

Reservoirs

Water Transmission

Power Transmission

Marine

Water and Sewer Pipeline

Environmental

Hydroelectric Power

Tunnels and Shafts

Oil and Gas Pipelines

Utilities

Excavation

Concrete Placement

Pipeline Installation

Roller-Compacted Concrete

Conventional Concrete

In-Water Construction