Construction Industry)

SOCOTEC•Tampa, FL

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

SOCOTEC is seeking a Proposal Writer to support its expanding Buildings & Real Estate team and specialized building envelope, sustainability, energy efficiency, code advisory, commissioning, fire/life safety, and special inspection/testing groups. The role develops and coordinates proposals and estimates under the direction of the Proposal Manager, helping present SOCOTEC’s technical expertise and services to private- and public-sector clients. The position also supports relationships in the marketplace and serves as an in-office resource for multiple service line leaders. The Proposal Writer works independently while coordinating multiple proposals through regular interaction with clients and technical team leaders. This is a full-time role requiring at least four days per week in the office, with up to one remote day per week. SOCOTEC describes itself as a provider of specialized consulting services in the architecture, engineering, and construction industries. The company offers competitive salary and benefits, mentorship, training, and social activities.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree.
1 to 2 years of experience in proposal writing and estimating.
Exceptional analytical, creative problem-solving, and written communication skills.
Ability to maintain composure and deliver high-quality work under tight deadlines while managing multiple proposals simultaneously.
Strong organizational skills, accuracy, and attention to detail.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Familiarity with Microsoft Copilot and Adobe Creative Suite, including Adobe InDesign.

Nice To Haves

Experience working at an architecture, engineering, marketing, or consulting firm.
Experience with Deltek Vantagepoint.

Responsibilities

Participate in daily team scrums to review proposal priorities and progress.
Review proposal requests, assess requirements, and identify appropriate team leaders to provide input on scope and fees.
Develop technical proposals using existing templates and prepare corresponding estimates for level of effort and fees.
Research and gather information, and attend meetings with service line leaders to ensure proposals reflect SOCOTEC’s expertise and competitive advantages.
Review proposals and estimates with technical team leaders, incorporate their input, and ensure compliance with client requirements.
Collaborate with internal Legal and Finance teams as needed to produce complete proposal packages.
Collaborate with fellow proposal writers and review proposal language for clarity, accuracy, grammar, and spelling.
Contact clients or prospects to obtain information needed to develop proposals and confirm proposal receipt.
Collect, enter, and maintain client and project data in Deltek CRM.
Coordinate with the Proposal Team Manager to refine templates, narratives, and graphics based on client needs and regional feedback.