Proposal Manager

ZAP Engineering•Lakewood, CO

7d•$145,600 - $208,000•Onsite

About The Position

This is a hands-on, full-time position with day-to-day duties that includes overseeing, coordinating, and managing the proposal estimation & planning process for engineering and construction projects.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required. Preferably an Engineering degree in Chemical, Mechanical, Structural or Electrical Engineering.
Minimum of 7-years’ relevant experience in technical project management or comparable technical leadership position required (10-years preferred).

Nice To Haves

Project Management Professional preferred.

Responsibilities

Proposal process management
Assists the business development team with scoping projects for proposals.
Manages the proposal process for engineering and small construction projects.
Maintains relationships with client project managers.
Prepares scopes of work for subcontractors.
Develops project budgets.
Review and analyze RFP documents to ensure adequate budget and proposal preparation information is provided.
Preparation of high-quality and accurate documents in accordance with the agreed strategy and sponsor expectations under the pressure of changing timelines.
Ensure the quality and compliance of final proposal documents.
Ensure the data is up to date in 4CastPlus
Provide input to other cross-functional departments pertaining to prospect requests.
Participate in the handover of successful proposals to the project team
Provide regular updates to management, operations, and support staff regarding the proposals
Develop and share best practices with team members to enhance quality and efficiency.
Assist with other duties as assigned.
Client communication and management
Communications with clients throughout the proposal process on items such as deliverable and schedule requirements
Provides project leadership during the proposal phase, acting as a project manager on large proposal efforts.
Escalates issues with management team to solve problems.
Leads schedule planning discussions to ensure client objectives are met.
Internal team management & supervision
Manages internal resources to complete proposals on time
Fosters relationships with the team and internal management, as well as maintains relationships with directors and management.
Manages procurement/RFQ submittals for equipment, material, and services budgeting on EPC proposals.
Facilitates communication with the team and other stakeholders.
Leads internal meetings for coordination and planning proposals.
Provides project leadership with the internal team, particularly on EPC proposals.