Marketing/Proposal Development Manager

MYR Group•Henderson, CO

7h•Onsite

About The Position

The Business & Proposal Development Mgr position for the Commercial & Industrial (C&I) organization is critical to advancing the Company's strategy of building long-term client relationships, increasing direct engagement with end-users, and delivering high-quality proposals that reflect our reputation for safety, integrity, and technical excellence. Company Overview Since 1912, Sturgeon Electric Company, Inc. (Sturgeon Electric) – a subsidiary of MYR Group Inc. – has provided complex, large-scale electrical construction services for our clients throughout the western United States. As a full-service electrical provider, we offer industry leading electrical transmission, commercial and industrial, and renewable energy services. Sturgeon Electric has two divisions, offering both powerline construction and commercial/industrial electrical construction, making it a full-service electrical provider. Sturgeon Electric’s Commercial and Industrial (C&I) electrical construction division specializes in large-scale commercial electrical projects, telecommunications, traffic signalization, gas distribution, high voltage distribution service and maintenance to clients. We also offer design-build and pre-construction services and has in-house pre-fabrication and AutoCAD capabilities. Essential Functions Business Development (70%) Develop and implement strategies to identify and pursue new business opportunities while expanding relationships with existing clients Drive growth in key sectors: Data Centers, Water/Wastewater, Healthcare & Life Sciences, Pharmaceutical, Aviation, and Aerospace Lead account planning and customer relationship strategies to position the company as a preferred contractor Collaborate with district managers and leadership to identify high-value targets and develop pursuit strategies Represent the company at industry events, conferences, and networking functions to strengthen market presence Analyze market trends, competitor activity, and historical performance data to inform strategy Support marketing initiatives such as client engagement communications, case studies, and event planning Proposal Development (30%) Lead the creation of formal proposals (A3s, RFPs) and qualifications packages, ensuring clarity, compliance, and strategic messaging Work closely with estimating, operations, and subject matter experts to refine technical content into compelling responses Maintain proposal templates and coordinate with corporate marketing for design support Coach technical staff for client interviews and presentations to improve confidence and clarity Ensure proposals and presentations reflect company values, safety culture, and technical expertise Leadership and Cultural Fit Embody our business philosophy of delivering fair value and fostering strong client relationships Promote a safety-first culture, proactively addressing safety concerns and partnering with GCs committed to safety Demonstrate integrity, collaboration, and adaptability in a fast-paced environment Contribute to the “One Sturgeon” initiative by fostering teamwork and breaking down silos between estimating and operations Support community involvement and company initiatives that reflect our values Other duties as assigned Regular and predictable attendance Essential functions of this position are to be performed at a Company-designed office or field location Understand and comply with the Company's Code of Business Conduct and Ethics Policy and other industry-specific professional and ethical standards

Requirements

5+ years of experience in business development and proposal management roles within construction or electrical contracting industry
Proven experience in achieving sales goals and reporting
Solid experience with CRM software or equivalent
Excellent knowledge of construction markets and business sectors
Working knowledge of delivery methods such as Design-Build, Design-Assist, Integrated Project Delivery, and other common project delivery types
Proven ability to create and edit proposals
Excellent communication and negotiation skills
Solid strategic thinking skills
Ability to translate technical details into client-focused messaging
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
Excellent problem-solving skills

Nice To Haves

Experience with proposal coordination tools is a plus

Responsibilities

Develop and implement strategies to identify and pursue new business opportunities while expanding relationships with existing clients
Drive growth in key sectors: Data Centers, Water/Wastewater, Healthcare & Life Sciences, Pharmaceutical, Aviation, and Aerospace
Lead account planning and customer relationship strategies to position the company as a preferred contractor
Collaborate with district managers and leadership to identify high-value targets and develop pursuit strategies
Represent the company at industry events, conferences, and networking functions to strengthen market presence
Analyze market trends, competitor activity, and historical performance data to inform strategy
Support marketing initiatives such as client engagement communications, case studies, and event planning
Lead the creation of formal proposals (A3s, RFPs) and qualifications packages, ensuring clarity, compliance, and strategic messaging
Work closely with estimating, operations, and subject matter experts to refine technical content into compelling responses
Maintain proposal templates and coordinate with corporate marketing for design support
Coach technical staff for client interviews and presentations to improve confidence and clarity
Ensure proposals and presentations reflect company values, safety culture, and technical expertise
Embody our business philosophy of delivering fair value and fostering strong client relationships
Promote a safety-first culture, proactively addressing safety concerns and partnering with GCs committed to safety
Demonstrate integrity, collaboration, and adaptability in a fast-paced environment
Contribute to the “One Sturgeon” initiative by fostering teamwork and breaking down silos between estimating and operations
Support community involvement and company initiatives that reflect our values
Regular and predictable attendance
Understand and comply with the Company's Code of Business Conduct and Ethics Policy and other industry-specific professional and ethical standards