Proposal Manager

Brightcore Energy • Brooklyn, NY

5h • $75,000 - $95,000 • Onsite

About The Position

At Brightcore Energy, we specialize in turn-key solutions that simplify the clean energy journey for large commercial and industrial clients. Whether it’s cutting-edge geothermal systems, solar, energy storage, or smart building technologies, we bring expertise, innovation, and a seamless approach to every phase of a project – from planning and design to implementation and ongoing support – thereby streamlining project timelines, reducing costs, and eliminating scope gaps. Summary/Primary Role: The Proposal Manager is responsible for leading the end-to-end development of compelling, compliant, and competitive proposals for construction projects. This role coordinates cross-functional teams—including estimating, project management, operations, and marketing—to produce high-quality responses to RFQs, RFPs, and bids that align with the company’s strategic goals and brand standards.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Marketing, Communications, or a related field.
• 2+ years of proposal management experience, preferably in the construction or AEC industry
• Strong understanding of construction delivery methods (Design-Build, CMAR, Design-Bid-Build, etc.).
• Exceptional writing, editing, and organizational skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience working with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); familiarity with InDesign is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full proposal lifecycle from opportunity identification through final submission
• Review RFPs/RFQs and bid documents to determine requirements, risks, and win strategies
• Develop proposal schedules, outlines, and compliance matrices
• Coordinate input from estimating, project management, engineering, safety, and executive leadership
• Write, edit, and finalize proposal narratives, executive summaries, and technical sections
• Ensure proposals are accurate, persuasive, compliant, and delivered on time
• Maintain proposal content libraries, resumes, project sheets, and boilerplate materials
• Facilitate proposal kickoff meetings, reviews, and post-submission debriefs
• Support interview and presentation preparation when required
• Continuously improve proposal processes, tools, and best practices
• Track proposal metrics and support go/no-go decision making
• All other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Benefits

• Brightcore offers a full slate of medical, dental, and vision benefits including options to enroll in a Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and a Health Savings Account (HSA).
• Brightcore currently offers both traditional and Roth 401k plans with a dollar-for-dollar match of up to 3% of contributions and $0.50 on the next 2% for a total potential match of 4% annually.
• PTO
• Financial Wellness Benefits
• Benefit Concierge Program through Health Advocate
• EAP - Employee Assistance Program
• Disability, Life, & AD&D Benefits
• Access to Marketplace for Discounted Goods & Services

What This Job Offers

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