Proposal Manager

Trautman & Shreve, Inc.•Aurora, CO

1d•$80,000 - $110,000

About The Position

This Proposal Manager role is ideal for someone who blends creativity, curiosity, and discipline to strategically translate complex ideas into clear, compelling content that helps win work and projects. The role owns proposals from start to finish, collaborating across teams and balancing multiple deadlines with strong organization and attention to detail. If you’re driven, detail-oriented, and energized by turning complexity into clarity, this role offers a meaningful opportunity to make an impact.

Requirements

3–5+ years of experience in proposal management, business development, or preconstruction support
Strong writing, editing, and document management skills
Proven ability to manage multiple proposals under tight deadlines
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
Exceptional organizational and attention-to-detail skills

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree or coursework in business, communications, marketing, or construction management, or related field.
Experience in construction, mechanical contracting, or engineering environments
Familiarity with RFP, RFQ, and design-build procurement processes
Experience with proposal tools (InDesign, CRM systems, or content libraries)
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel).

Responsibilities

Lead end-to-end proposal lifecycle management from pre-RFP planning through final submission
Develop and manage proposal schedules, timelines, and deliverables
Ensure all proposals meet client requirements, compliance standards, and deadlines
Coordinate proposal strategy sessions, kickoffs, and review meetings
Write, edit, and tailor proposal narratives, qualifications, and executive summaries
Translate technical input into clear, compelling, and client-focused messaging
Maintain and continuously improve proposal content libraries and boilerplate materials
Ensure consistency in branding, tone, and messaging across submissions
Partner with Estimating, Project Management, Operations, and Preconstruction Teams to gather technical inputs
Work with Business Development leaders to align proposals with win strategies
Coordinate with subject matter experts to develop accurate and competitive submissions
Ensure all submissions comply with RFP/RFQ requirements and formatting guidelines
Conduct thorough quality reviews for accuracy, completeness, and professionalism
Manage proposal documentation, version control, and final packaging
Develop and refine proposal processes, templates, and workflows
Track proposal metrics (win rates, turnaround times, etc.)
Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, quality, and success rates