Proposal Coordinator Temp

ERO Resources•Lakewood, CO

22h•Hybrid

About The Position

The Temporary Proposal Coordinator is responsible for identifying and analyzing requests for proposals (RFPs) and other business opportunities, and spearheading the development of technical proposals, statements of qualification, and other marketing materials. This position requires strong organizational skills, strong written and verbal communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple and diverse tasks with a variety of ERO Project Managers and staff. This position requires close coordination with Project Managers from different technical disciplines (e.g., biological resources, cultural resources, resource planning, and geosciences), the graphic design team, and technical editing team, and reports to the Director of Business Development. This position is non-exempt with benefits. This is a temporary position.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, such as marketing, journalism, or business or commensurate level of experience.
3 to 6 years of professional experience in proposal preparation, marketing, or document production, preferably in the environmental, architectural, or engineering industries.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite products and CRM software.
Proficiency with graphics software that is appropriately professional and communicative of ERO’s capabilities.
Exceptional writing and editing skills (e.g., grammar, spelling, proofreading, and conciseness).
Strong verbal communication skills including basic presentation skills.
Ability to prioritize and multitask proposals and scopes of work.
Responsive customer service approach to ERO internal staff and external clients.
Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and individuals throughout the company.
Knowledge of proposal development and publication development and production.

Nice To Haves

Certifications or coursework in relevant subject areas or experience in environmental consulting a plus.
Experience working with a CRM tool (Unanet preferred).
Knowledge of federal and state contracting programs and requirements is a plus.
Familiarity with environmental and infrastructure issues and projects in Colorado is preferred.
Willingness to obtain additional training as needed.

Responsibilities

Learn and understand each of ERO’s technical disciplines and project history to tailor project and resume materials to fit location, client, and project type.
Analyze RFPs, requests for qualifications, and other opportunities to identify projects to pursue.
Identify and track specific proposal requirements, deadlines, and deliverables.
Prepare proposals and associated documents including cost estimates, resumes, project descriptions, organizational charts, project schedules, client references, financial requirements, and other necessary requirements.
Complete preliminary edits and supervise production of proposal documents (electronic and hard copy).
Work with financial information such as rate schedules and various contract mechanisms (e.g., time-and-materials and fixed-fee).
Organize and maintain past proposal and marketing information including CRM tool use and maintenance, proposal folders, project descriptions, resumes, references, insurance coverage, and rate sheets.
Work with Project Managers, Technical Editors, and graphics staff to maintain, develop, and update proposal and marketing materials.
Manage multiple proposals for multiple Project Managers, often with short deadlines.
Conduct client debriefs for proposal wins and losses.
Work with the Director of Business Development, Marketing Coordinator, and Graphic Designer to develop concepts and establish corporate identity elements and standards for promotional pieces.
Co-manage corporate registrations with the Contracts Specialist.
Assist with other administrative duties, as needed, or assigned.