Proposal Coordinator

K2M Design•Columbus, OH

About The Position

K2M Design is seeking an experienced Proposal Coordinator with expertise in the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) industry to support proposal development and help secure new business. The role supports the complete proposal process, from initial strategy through final submission, and involves turning complex technical information into clear, persuasive narratives for technical and non-technical audiences. The coordinator works closely with architects, engineers, project managers, and other subject matter experts to represent the company’s capabilities and solutions accurately. The position may be based in any K2M office, in a hybrid flexible arrangement, or fully remote for the right candidate.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in English, Journalism, Communications, Architecture, or a related field.
At least 3 years of experience in proposal coordination, specifically in the AEC industry or with Architectural Design Services.
Knowledge of AEC industry trends, terminology, and project delivery methods.
Exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills, including the ability to convey complex technical concepts clearly.
Strong project management abilities and attention to detail.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Adobe InDesign.
Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Demonstrated success in winning AEC contracts through effective proposals.
Familiarity with government contracting processes for architectural and engineering services.
Experience responding to RFPs, RFQs, SF330s, and similar AEC industry solicitations.

Nice To Haves

APMP (Association of Proposal Management Professionals) certification.

Responsibilities

Support end-to-end proposal development, from initial strategy to final submission, with attention to AEC-specific requirements.
Collaborate with architects, engineers, project managers, and other subject matter experts to gather information and develop proposal content.
Write, edit, and proofread proposal sections for clarity, consistency, and alignment with client requirements.
Manage proposal administration, including monitoring timelines and coordinating team efforts to meet deadlines.
Support the development and maintenance of proposal templates, boilerplate content, and best practices for architectural and engineering services.
Assist subject matter experts in creating, writing, editing, and publishing industry white papers and blogs.
Assist with or lead the creation of internal and external written content for marketing, the website, social media campaigns, brochures, and pamphlets.