Proven self-starter with track record of independent project completion
Sales experience with a focus on developing win strategies
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
Experience with Adobe Creative Cloud, specifically InDesign
Bachelor's degree or higher in a related field preferred
Responsibilities
Support pursuit teams in forming effective win strategies and capture planning
Facilitate the development of compelling proposal and interview materials
Manage proposal schedules and ensure compliance
Engage marketing resources within pursuit teams
Lead quality reviews of proposals and interview documents
Conduct debriefs to identify areas for improvement
Organize and file materials post-submission for future reference
Train and mentor team members on business development practices
Benefits
Comprehensive training and mentoring opportunities
Access to marketing services resources
Support for engagement in professional development activities
Opportunity to work with government federal programs
Involvement in high-stakes proposals and marketing strategies
Full Job Description
This position is subject to a governmental background check.
Due to client contract requirements US citizenship is required.
In the role of Federal Proposal Manager, we'll count on you to:
Support pursuit teams in creating and implementing effective win strategies (capture planning)
Facilitate pursuit teams to develop persuasive proposal and interview materials
Develop and manage proposal schedules and confirm compliance
Engage the appropriate marketing services resources in pursuit teams
Lead quality reviews of proposal and interview materials
Facilitate debriefs to identify improvement opportunities and to measure overall competitiveness
Deconstruct and file proposal and presentation material upon submittal
Train and mentor employees on business development and marketing best practices
Articulate HDR's capabilities and competitive advantages
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor's or higher degree in a related field
10+ years of relevant Industry A/E/C experience
Demonstrated Experience working with or on US Government Federal Programs, preferably DoD
Deep knowledge of the A/E/C industry's standard approach to procurement of professional services
Demonstrates understanding of regional marketing and public relations
Understand the capture planning and proposal development process.
Ability and desire to travel and engage with others in-person
Ability to pass a background check to obtain a DoD Common Access Card (CAC).
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
A minimum of 5 years relevant industry experience
Demonstrated "self-starter" with a history of completing projects with limited oversight
Experience in sales and developing effective win strategies
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint
Proficient in Adobe Creative Cloud applications, including InDesign
About HDR
HDR is an architecture, engineering, and consulting firm based in Omaha, Nebraska. The company was founded in 1917 as Henningson Engineering Company and has since grown to become one of the largest engineering firms in the United States. HDR provides a wide range of services, including architecture, engineering, environmental consulting, and construction management. The company has worked on a number of high-profile projects, including the Hoover Dam Bypass and the San Francisco-Oakland Bay Bridge. HDR is committed to sustainability and has been recognized for its efforts in this area by organizations such as the U.S. Green Building Council.
