Proposal Manager

Anchor QEA • Seattle, WA

18h • $110,465 - $124,275

About The Position

Anchor QEA is seeking an experienced Proposal Manager to join our service-oriented, collaborative Client Experience Team. In this role, you will play a critical part in advancing our business strategy by developing high-quality proposals and statements of qualifications. You will ensure that each proposal aligns with evaluation criteria, clearly conveys key messaging, and highlights how our expertise supports our clients’ goals and objectives. This position does not offer relocation assistance.

Requirements

• Extensive knowledge of A/E/C industry marketing fundamentals, terminology, and delivery methods
• Excellent time management and organizational skills with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks with competing deadlines
• Advanced knowledge of MS Word, PowerPoint, Adobe PDF, and OneDrive
• Advanced presentation skills to lead interview preparation sessions
• Advanced understanding of company brand implementation and QA/QC processes
• Must be team-oriented, flexible, reliable, and highly responsive to internal clients and to other members of the Client Experience team
• Bachelor’s degree with 5 years of relevant A/E/C experience required

Nice To Haves

• Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign) experience, copyediting experience, and knowledge of database concepts is desired
• Experience preparing SF330 submittals and knowledge of the federal procurement process is preferred
• Unanet (formerly Cosential) CRM experience is preferred

Responsibilities

• Manage the delivery of high-quality competitive pursuits and statements of qualification (SOQs), which includes the following:
• Prepare proposal outlines, concepts, and formats designed for maximum scoring
• Develop detailed proposal schedules and manage multiple concurrent deadlines
• Work with proposal teams to execute a winning strategy, ensuring teams have identified the appropriate benefits and differentiators
• Prepare proposal content including tailored resumes, standard company information, project descriptions, and other marketing collateral as needed
• Support company-wide business development efforts as needed
• To meet client deadlines and support Client Experience operations across time zones, at times, work is required during evenings and weekends. Candidates for this position must also be able to perform all job functions virtually (e.g., stable Wi-Fi).

Benefits

• Annual Bonus
• Other potential bonus types: Billable Time Bonus, Spot Bonus, Milestone Anniversary Bonus, Receiving Professional License/Certification Bonus, Peer-reviewed Publication Bonus, Employee Referral Bonus.
• Healthcare: Medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D insurance
• Paid Company and Floating Holidays: 7 paid company and 2 floating holidays annually
• Vacation: 2 weeks accrued paid vacation based on length of service. Vacation may vary by level.
• Sick and Safe Time: 80 hours annually
• Retirement Plan: 401k plan with an employer match

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees