Proposal & Pursuit Manager

Ruby-Collins•Smyrna, GA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Ruby-Collins, Inc. is seeking a high-impact Proposal & Pursuit Manager to serve as a cornerstone of our work acquisition strategy. Based at our headquarters in Smyrna, GA, you will lead the full pursuit lifecycle for complex, large-scale infrastructure projects that define the Southeast’s landscape. This is a leadership-heavy role designed for a strategic storyteller. You will collaborate directly with Executive Leadership and Operations to translate technical engineering feats into compelling narratives for Design-Build, CMAR, and traditional pursuits.

Requirements

5+ years of A/E/C marketing experience; 2+ years of dedicated pursuit/proposal strategy.
Proven track record in Heavy Civil construction; Water/Wastewater experience highly preferred.
Advanced Adobe InDesign (Creative Cloud) skills are a mandatory requirement for this role.
Proficiency or familiarity with Unanet CRM and OpenAsset.
Ability to demonstrate “Win Theme” development and strategic storytelling (portfolio samples may be requested).
Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Journalism, or a related field.

Responsibilities

Lead Pursuits: Manage the full proposal lifecycle – from kickoff and capture planning to final submission and award.
Create Compelling Content: Write and edit persuasive, client-focused narratives for proposals, SOQs, and award submissions.
Interview Coaching: Lead shortlist presentation development and coach teams for high-stakes client interviews.
Brand Management: Design and update proposal and interview templates, infographics and other visual communication within brand standards.
Data & Compliance: Maintain Unanet CRM records, project resumes, and proposal libraries to ensure quality and compliance.
Strategic Support: Assist in shaping overall internal and external marketing strategy.