Proposal Specialist

Structural Technologies • Columbia, MD

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About The Position

STRUCTURAL TECHNOLOGIES develops and integrates products, engineering support, repair and maintenance services to provide value-added solutions to owners, engineers and contractors. We provide specialty contracting services through our contracting companies, and state-of-the-art proprietary products and engineering support services through our technologies company. With over 2,500 employees working from locations nationwide and in select international markets, we serve the Commercial, Public, Transportation Industrial, and Power markets to tackle the toughest construction challenges. STRUCTURAL TECHNOLOGIES is the in-house engineering business line of Structural Group. STRUCTURAL TECHNOLOGIES is dedicated to making structures stronger and last longer through cutting-edge proprietary products, top-notch engineering support, and expert repair and maintenance services delivered via trusted construction partners like STRUCTURAL, PULLMAN, and VSL Civil—all under parent company Structural Group, Inc. With a history of commitment to structural integrity and people development, the firm blends innovative technology with deep industry expertise to extend structure life, promote sustainability by preserving existing infrastructure, and foster an inclusive culture of teamwork, learning, and excellence. We seek a proactive Proposal Specialist to join our growing Inside Sales Team. You will support our Proposal Manager in crafting compelling proposals for contractors, engineers, and owners. This role suits a goal-oriented, organized team player with exceptional communication, time management, and interpersonal skills. They thrive in a collaborative environment focused on consistent processes and superior client service.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Communications, English, or Marketing.
• 3+ years in A/E/C proposal development (preferred).
• Federal proposal experience (preferred).
• Self-driven with independent work ethic alongside business development and operations teams.
• Eager to learn and incorporate feedback.
• Advanced MS Office Suite proficiency.
• Intermediate Adobe Creative Suite skills.
• Experience with AI tools for proposal development (preferred).
• Salesforce or CRM experience.
• Open Asset or Unanet experience (preferred).
• Our ideal candidate excels in verbal/written communication, confidently supports proposal efforts, sets clear goals across organizational levels, and prioritizes tasks in fast-paced settings. They are decisive, collaborative, approachable self-starters who build trust and lasting relationships.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and create proposals showcasing Structural Group family of company’s unique value in infrastructure repair and upgrade projects.
• Participate across all phases of proposal development for SOQs, RFQs, RFPs, and client deliverables.
• Organize, attend, and support strategy calls with stakeholders organization-wide.
• Facilitate cross-discipline coordination with operations, engineering, SMEs, A/E consultants, and teaming partners.
• Develop outlines, compliance matrices, schedules; assign responsibilities; and manage reviews to meet deadlines.
• Support narrative creation, editing, and proofreading to address RFP requirements and client needs.
• Aid upstream content development for major pursuits alongside active deadlines.
• Utilize and modify MSWord and InDesign templates for proposals, case studies, and resumes.
• Design compelling infographics and integrate strategic visuals.
• Manage archiving of proposal elements, resumes, project data, boilerplates, graphics, and templates.

Benefits

• STRUCTURAL TECHNOLOGIES is proud of a company culture that promotes 24/7 safety and quality.
• We offer competitive compensation and benefits including medical and dental insurance, 401(k), paid holidays & vacation, tuition reimbursement, career development and growth opportunities, and a caring work environment.
• EOE/M/F/D/V
• Women and Minorities are encouraged to apply.
• Structural Technologies is proud of a company culture that promotes 24/7 safety and quality.
• EOE/M/F/D/V

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level