Proposal Manager
About The Position
We’re looking for a Proposal Manager who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and enjoys turning complex technical information into compelling, winning proposals. In this role, you’ll lead high-visibility pursuits across public and private sectors, partnering closely with technical experts and business development leaders. You won’t just be assembling proposals—you’ll help shape strategy, messaging, and positioning that drives results. This role is ideal for someone who wants to: Take ownership of the full proposal lifecycle, Influence win strategies and business development efforts, Improve processes and elevate proposal quality across the organization, Contribute to a high-performing proposal team driving company growth. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, deadline-driven, and experienced in proposal development for consulting services, including environmental, building science, industrial hygiene, geotechnical, energy, and construction management.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, English, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
- 3 - 5+ years of proposal management experience, preferably in environmental, engineering, architecture, or professional services (AEC) consulting.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Industry experience in at least one of the following fields: Environmental, engineering or architectural consulting, contracting or marketing consulting firms serving the A&E industry
- Writing experience in at least one of the following fields: proposal, technical or grant writing and/ or marketing communications
Nice To Haves
- Adobe InDesign and CRM or similar experience is a plus
Responsibilities
- Manage the full lifecycle of RFQs/RFPs—from go/no-go through submission
- Develop proposal strategies, outlines, schedules, and compliance matrices
- Write and edit compelling content, including approaches, qualifications, project profiles, and executive summaries
- Ensure all submissions are compliant, polished, and aligned with client priorities, goals and RFx requirements
- Collaborate with technical teams and business development leaders to develop win themes and differentiators
- Facilitate kickoff meetings, reviews, and interview preparation
- Support go/no-go decision-making and opportunity evaluation
- Coordinate with subconsultants and teaming partners
- Ensure consistency in messaging, branding, and visual presentation
- Edit and refine content for clarity, accuracy, and impact
- Collaborate with marketing and design resources to produce polished deliverables
- Maintain and enhance proposal templates, content libraries, and project profiles
- Track win/loss metrics and identify opportunities for improvement
- Help standardize best practices across teams
- Contribute to capability statements and marketing materials
Benefits
- Discretionary incentive bonus program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
