Pursuits Coordinator

James G. Davis Construction (Davis) • New York, NY

5d • $65,000 - $80,000

About The Position

At DAVIS, we're redefining the way people experience construction by building success for all. The Pursuit Coordinator provides critical support for the project procurement process and pursuit of new business. Overall responsibilities include ensuring brand continuity for DAVIS through collaborative and detail driven proposal and presentation coordination. Must champion + maintain DAVIS' brand standards across the board.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in English, Marketing or Construction related field
• At least two (2) years of previous experience; preferably in Construction from which comparable knowledge and skills can be utilized
• Superior skill level + experience using MS Office 2010, various graphics and presentation programs (i.e. Adobe CS6 / Cloud, Acrobat 9 Pro, Prezi)
• Experience writing, editing, and proof-reading proposals and technical materials
• Decision making, research and analytical problem-solving skills
• Time management with the ability to organize, assess and prioritize multiple tasks, projects, and demands, and to work independently
• Possess strong verbal and written communication skills, and interact effectively at all levels within the organization
• MS Office - Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point and Outlook experienceSolid understanding of A / E /C industry
• Strong A / E / C technical writing experience, but able to offer a different perspective
• Reaching above and below, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and bending.
• The employee must occasionally lift / carry / move up to 25 pounds.
• Manual dexterity to operate office equipment, file, and perform specialized skills.
• Needs a high degree of concentration in a busy office environment.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with GSA proposal forms and other technical government proposal preparation
• Association of Proposal Management Professionals (APMP) and / or LEED accredited
• Interest in sustainability and community service

Responsibilities

• Manage the pursuit process (qualifications, proposal and presentation) for smaller, less complicated response packages
• Assist in the development of response materials for larger, more complicated pursuits
• Write and develop content as a part of the RFQ / RFP / RFB process
• Understand RFP / RFQ requirements to ensure compliance and from which a list of deliverables can be derived
• Stay current with DAVIS project experience, business operations and personnel and understand DAVIS' services, differentiators, and history
• Disseminate information regarding proposal deadlines, interview times and locations to relevant parties- help keep market sector groups on task
• Perform data entry relevant to client, employee, project and opportunity tracking within CRM database
• Provide editing and proof-reading support
• Coordinate and update templates, checklists and boilerplate documents to support the proposal development infrastructure and maintain proposal quality management
• Perform other duties as assigned
• Consistently works within DAVIS safety standards; promotes safety as a priority with coworkers, subcontractors and external clients
• Works effectively within their own team and across the organization; promotes team atmosphere and culture; has a positive, can-do attitude
• Applies DAVIS standards to produce high quality work on a consistent basis; produces work that is accurate and reliable, actively demonstrates excellence in service; builds and maintains integrity as a core function of their job and in their relationships with others
• Consistently markets DAVIS business within the scope of their job; actively seeks and / or supports new business opportunities; actively builds relationships and encourages others to do the same

Benefits

• DAVIS offers a 100% employer-paid health care plan (to include family), life insurance, short- and long-term disability benefits, and an annual contribution to your HSA.
• DAVIS also offers annual incentive bonus, paid time off + annual holidays, financial benefits (401(k), Roth, and ESOP), FSAs, fertility and family-forming assistance, and continuing education.
• Additional benefits include Employee Assistance Program (EAP), on-site fitness center, and parental leave.
• Eligible employees are provided a company vehicle or an auto allowance to support business activities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees