Sr. Proposal Specialist

GTI Energy • Rosemont, IL

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Sr. Proposal Specialist is responsible for leading the development of low- to medium-complexity proposals for research, services, and testing. This role collaborates with a broad range of internal and external stakeholders to coordinate and drive GTI Energy’s proposal development efforts. GTI Energy is where complex energy challenges meet bold solutions. With expertise in energy research, technology development, and business innovation, partners across every sector trust us to build and demonstrate solutions for better-performing energy systems. Guided by systems thinking, collaboration, and innovation, we are focused on driving progress that matters for people everywhere. Being part of the GTI Energy team means being surrounded by people that are passionate and purpose driven, empowered to continuously learn, ask hard questions, and leverage their knowledge and experience to drive toward a greater purpose.

Requirements

• Strong understanding of contract pricing principles
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel for data analysis and financial modeling
• Knowledge of government contracting requirements and compliance standards
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• High attention to detail and accuracy in work products
• Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS), preferably in a business-related field
• 5+ years of relevant professional experience or equivalent combination of education and experience

Responsibilities

• Perform cost and pricing analysis for assigned proposals submitted to government and commercial sponsors, ensuring compliance with sponsor requirements and internal policies.
• Manage proposal activities through agreement of pricing with the sponsor.
• Serve as the company lead for coordinating, developing, and submitting proposals to OTD and UTD Directors.
• Independently (with limited supervision) negotiate contract pricing with sponsors.
• Independently negotiate pricing for subcontracts and consulting agreements with external partners.
• Review subcontractor and consultant cost estimates (materials, equipment, labor, and indirect costs) for completeness, accuracy, and compliance.
• Advise technical teams on proposal requirements, including cost sharing, indirect cost limitations, and special terms and conditions.
• Maintain and update labor and indirect rate structures within the company’s cost/pricing system.
• Establish bid and proposal numbers and maintain proposal tracking databases.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• generous benefits
• competitive salaries
• opportunities for professional growth and career advancement
• respectful culture
• reasonable accommodation is made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their role
• annual bonuses
• paid time off
• region-specific benefits

What This Job Offers

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