Proposal Advisor

GHD • Irvine, CA

6d • Hybrid

About The Position

At GHD, we don’t just believe in the power of commitment, we live and breathe it every day! That’s why we pledge to support and empower all of our people to make a positive impact when working hand in hand with our business to inspire change. We'll help you accelerate your career and empower you with the right technology and training as you bring ideas and projects to life. Together with your colleagues, clients and partners, you'll make an impact that is felt by all. See where your commitment could take you. Who are we looking for? GHD is seeking a Proposal Manager I to support proposal activities and the development and implementation of proposal plans and strategy. The selected candidate may be based in any of our West/California GHD office locations throughout the U.S. This is a Hybrid work position with expectations of 3 days in the office.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree.
• Minimum five years of experience coordinating and writing technical proposals for an engineering, construction, or professional services organization.
• Proficient in Microsoft Suite.
• Proficient in Adobe PDF.
• Proficient in Adobe Creative Cloud (InDesign) and Photoshop.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of high-quality, persuasive proposals marketing collateral and presentations.
• Understanding of technical terminology, project management structure, and discipline functions by Sectors.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, coordinate groups of content providers and deal with changing priorities.
• Review RFPs and participate/lead strategic win plan discussions with Project Managers and Technical Leaders.
• Facilitate proposal GNG and kick-off meetings.
• Facilitate color review meetings, and drive content completion.
• Proposal formatting, writing, editing, and proof reading.
• Effective use of graphic and organizational software to create key graphics (e.g. PowerPoint).
• Participate in proposal debrief and lessons learned discussions.
• Participate in the prepositioning stage with Technical Leaders.
• Review RFPs and lead strategic win plan discussions with Project Managers and Technical Leaders.
• Assist the Project Managers and Technical Leads to create presentations and interviews for clients.
• Knowledge of Salesforce/PowerBI.
• Understand and adhere to GHD’s values, Codes of Conduct, and Policies
• Develop a strong internal network and contribute to the identification of the best resources for the project team.
• Be brand ambassadors and coach colleagues to be one
• Facilitate proposal development by ensuring a clear understanding of the client requirements and strategic win themes.
• Prepare and lead consistent and efficient proposal kick-off meetings, group status calls, reviews, etc. ensuring activities adhere to Winning Work.
• Produce the successful development of compliant, competitive, cogent, and compelling proposals through effective collaboration across stakeholders (internal team, sub-consultants, etc.).
• Ensure high-quality content and appearance of final proposal deliverables.
• Demonstrate superior teamwork abilities and a willingness to jump in and help others when needed.
• Accurate application of GHD branding.

Benefits

• 401K - Employees are eligible to participate on the first day of the month following 3 months of service
• Paid time off – Our PTO benefit is designed to provide eligible employees with a period of rest and relaxation, sick, and personal time throughout the year. PTO starts at 16 days per year and increases with years of service
• Holiday Pay - Holiday pay is provided for eligible employees. GHD observes 9 holidays per year. Holiday pay will be based on the regular set schedule for the employee
• Wellness Benefit- Regular full-term employees are eligible to participate in the wellness reimbursement program. GHD will reimburse 50% of the cost of the following to maximum of $250.00 reimbursement annually for such items as: Health club membership fees, Home exercise equipment purchases, Bicycles, Race, run & marathon entrance fees, Smoking cessation programs, Weight loss programs (i.e.—Weight Watchers, Jenny Craig), Fitbits and Fitness Tracking devices
• Salary range: $74,405.00 - $124,056.00 based on experience and location

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees