Proposal Specialist

Barnard

The Role

Overview

Creates and oversees proposals and presentations to win construction projects.

Key Responsibilities

  • proposal management
  • rfp review
  • content coordination
  • document management
  • marketing materials
  • team mentoring

Tasks

-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. -Implements standard pursuit management methods, tools, techniques, and competencies. -Coordinates content collection with teaming partners and subcontractors, as needed. -Serves as the subject matter expert for proposal-related deliverables and provides mentoring to others as appropriate. -With minimal supervision, responsible for independently reviewing Request for Proposal (RFP) requirements and coordinating a professional, thorough proposal. -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. -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. -Assists in developing content for key sections, including written responses and identification and creation of appropriate graphics. -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. -Participates in debriefs, identifying areas of improved performance for lessons learned as well as areas of excellence for best practices. -Establishes pre-production document management and file-sharing for proposal teams.

Requirements

  • bachelor's
  • adobe suite
  • proposal management
  • project management
  • marketing collateral
  • detail

What You Bring

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

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