Proposal Writer - CAL-1069

PBX Engineering

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

PBX Engineering is seeking a qualified Proposal Writer to join their growing Pursuits team. This role will support the company's proposal and business development processes across Ontario, BC, and Alberta. PBX Engineering is an established electrical, systems, and software engineering firm with over 28 years of steady growth and a diverse project portfolio. The Pursuits team is responsible for finding, tracking, and highlighting new opportunities, as well as assisting with the setup and development of proposals. The team currently manages between 20-40 proposals in flight at any given time and also engages in templating and information gathering for future proposals. The new Proposal Writer will assist with all aspects of proposal preparation, including content development, coordination with design staff, proposal compilation, and submission management. They will also coordinate with design partners for teaming opportunities, develop and maintain proposal and marketing materials, and analyze procurement documents (RFP, RFQ, NOI, etc.). Additionally, the role involves supporting other Pursuits team initiatives such as developing document templates, tracking business development activities, assisting with internal documentation, and conducting online bid searches. The goal is to deliver high-quality, brand-appropriate, accurate, and timely work to meet business objectives.

Requirements

Related education and professional experience
High school diploma
Minimum 5 years of related experience as a Proposal Writer
Exceptional writer and editor with impeccable English language writing skills, capable of independently preparing well-structured, clear, and coherent written materials
Meticulous attention to grammar, punctuation, and the nuances of the written word
Computer savvy, with a good working familiarity of Microsoft Office suite (Teams, Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Capable of using available tools appropriately, including verifying and editing outputs, as well as identifying key phrasing and determining overall relevance
Organized and self-motivated, understanding the importance of taking initiative to independently problem solve
Proactively looks for opportunities for process improvement and innovative ideas to inspire positive employee experiences
Brings a “roll up your sleeves and get it done” attitude to take on any task

Nice To Haves

A certificate/diploma/degree in marketing or similar
Experience working at Engineering, Architectural, or Technical organizations supporting marketing and business pursuit objectives
Graphic design experience an asset to assist the Communications team with creating marketing material, such as presentations, business cards, signage, presentation and event materials
Experience with Adobe Creative Suite, including InDesign and Photoshop
Genuine desire to make an impactful contribution to a place where you yourself can build a long-term career

Responsibilities

Assist with the development of proposal content
Coordinate with PBX’s design staff to solicit content
Compile complete proposals
Manage the proposal submission process
Coordinate with PBX’s design partners in preparing and submitting required documentation to support teaming opportunities
Develop, maintain, and update proposal and marketing materials
Analyze procurement documents (RFP, RFQ, NOI, etc.)
Develop and maintain document templates
Track business development, opportunities, and pursuits activities
Assist with the development and upkeep of internal documentation including, but not limited to, policies, procedures, and quality management documents
Conduct and track online bid searches to identify appropriate commercial opportunities
Deliver high quality, brand-appropriate, accurate, and timely work to meet business goals