Marketing Proposal Manager

CES Consultants, Inc.

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

CES Consultants, Inc. is looking for a Proposal Manager experienced in producing Civil Infrastructure, Engineering, Program Management, Construction Management/Inspection, CMAR, and/or Design-Build proposals for medium to large project pursuits, primarily in Florida. Hybrid/Remote (South Florida preferred) The Role The Proposal Manager mainly focuses on holistic proposal/presentation development, leading and producing pursuits of all sizes, but mainly in the medium to large-value range. May serve as mentor to junior-level marketing personnel. This role is responsible for: Lead the production of business development/marketing support material such as qualification packages, proposals, presentations and leave behind material. • Manage the proposal process from start to finish to ensure quality and compliance. • Actively participate in pursuit strategy discussions, analyze RFQ/RFP, develop and maintain proposal outlines and schedules, coordinate efforts of internal and external team, conduct kick-off meetings. • Contribute to and often lead development of win themes and analysis and strategy meeting facilitation and/or leadership. • Develop graphics and layout consistent with company brand to further deliver win themes. • Take leadership role in developing pre-sell material / leave behinds for client meetings and shortlist presentations. • Regularly update and maintain OpenAsset master resume and project libraries. • Maintain and update information in AI-assisted Proposal Software. • Maintain and update information in Acumatica to include opportunity data, project information, activities, and account strategy/plan. Ensure accuracy and completion by CSMs. • Assist in the development and lead, as needed, initiatives ranging from collateral material, tradeshow support, photography, advertising, and other programs. • Other activities deemed necessary from time to time

Requirements

• Undergraduate degree in marketing, communication, journalism, or related field.
• 7+ years of experience in AEC marketing.
• Willingness to assume responsibility, take ownership, be proactive and make decisions.
• Highly organized with an independent self-starting personality that is effective working independently and in a team environment.
• Ability to understand and clearly communicate a wide range of business development and marketing initiatives.
• Strong ability to write and edit technical text for various audiences tight, competing deadlines.
• Proficient in Adobe Creative Cloud and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Exceptional communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Skills in creating graphics, imagery, and video content for proposals, presentations, web, and social media a plus.
• Understanding of South Florida public sector solicitation process, a plus.
• Experience with OpenAsset and AI-assisted Proposal Software a plus.
• Understanding of Florida, DMV, and New York/New Jersey public sector solicitation processes a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead the production of business development/marketing support material such as qualification packages, proposals, presentations and leave behind material.
• Manage the proposal process from start to finish to ensure quality and compliance.
• Actively participate in pursuit strategy discussions, analyze RFQ/RFP, develop and maintain proposal outlines and schedules, coordinate efforts of internal and external team, conduct kick-off meetings.
• Contribute to and often lead development of win themes and analysis and strategy meeting facilitation and/or leadership.
• Develop graphics and layout consistent with company brand to further deliver win themes.
• Take leadership role in developing pre-sell material / leave behinds for client meetings and shortlist presentations.
• Regularly update and maintain OpenAsset master resume and project libraries.
• Maintain and update information in AI-assisted Proposal Software.
• Maintain and update information in Acumatica to include opportunity data, project information, activities, and account strategy/plan. Ensure accuracy and completion by CSMs.
• Assist in the development and lead, as needed, initiatives ranging from collateral material, tradeshow support, photography, advertising, and other programs.
• Other activities deemed necessary from time to time

Benefits

• We offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package to qualified candidates.
• The employee compensation package includes Employer premium cost share contributions to all employees and their families.
• The benefit healthcare coverage package includes medical, dental, and vision, 401k with company contributions, Personal Time Off (PTO), and 100% company-paid Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability.
• Additional Voluntary benefits include Long-Term Disability, Voluntary Life Insurance for employee/spouse/child(ren), and the opportunity to enroll in Health Flex Spending.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level