Proposal Writer

Description

• Content development – theme, design, and create graphics for the visual concepts that support proposal theme.
• Assist with client and market research projects.
• Coordinate and lead practice/preparation sessions.
• Attend / Lead Interview Presentation.
• Responsible for the entire proposal process from research, writing, design, and edit through final submission with ensuring the delivery of a quality product.
• Write, edit and rewrite draft proposals and coordinate reviews.
• Presentation materials to assist with closing and positioning strategies – slideshow presentations and marketing materials.
• Lead the proposal production and submission, including paper and electronic.
• Create the proposal plan and schedule – conduct kick-off meetings, lead review process, coordinate print and delivery.
• Coordinate and support the award submission process for project and corporate recognition.
• Determine assignments and enforce deadlines.
• Maintain all Proposal files, re-sue libraries/database and ensure accuracy of current information.
• Support the development of proposal strategies and themes and oversee the Proposal Management Plan.
• Create proposal cheat sheets, proposal compliance matrix and fulfill requirements through leading all aspects of the proposal coordination.
• Coordinate and support the full life cycle of proposal development including:
• Lead the planning, coordination, preparation, and project team for proposal interviews.
• Create templates for proposal content, graphics, presentations and marketing materials.
• Develop, deploy and maintain proposal tools and processes to ensure the company complies with best practices.
• Develop targeted questions and method to coordinate internal stakeholder involvement to obtain critical proposal information (lessons learned, narrative, schedule, site logistics, construction plan, etc.).

Requirements

• Knowledge on standards in the A/E/C industry for project pursuits and familiarity with industry terms, deliverables and processes.
• Education and/or Experience in related field (English, Journalism, Marketing, Communications, Management, Engineering, etc.)
• Strong coordination skills.
• Strong understanding of marketing principles.
• Excellent organizational and writing skills are essential to succeed in this position.
• Technical writing experience related to proposal development.
• Experience in coordinating and creating presentations for project pursuit interviews.
• Graphic Design Skills – proficiency in the use of desktop publishing software such as InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop and Adobe Acrobat is preferred.
• Understanding of and ability to persuasively write and direct writing to contract requirements.
• Experience with the proposal preparation that includes design, content, and coordination.
• Experience in a proposal writing role within the A/E/C Industry.
• Strong experience with designing marketing material.
• Highly accountable and reliable.
• Advanced user in Microsoft Office Suite and desktop publishing.
• Ability to translate complex a/e/c concepts into a narrative accessible to laypersons.
• Proven ability as an editor.
• Demonstrated attention to detail.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance