Bachelor's degree in marketing, business, communications, or related field with 5 years of experience.
Experience in proposal development or marketing specifically within the construction or professional services sectors.
Strong proposal management skills capable of handling multiple deadlines and priorities.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills essential for clarity and engagement.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe, and In-Design for proposal creation.
Familiarity with the heavy civil and industrial construction market is a plus.
Creative problem solver with a strategic approach to marketing.
Responsibilities
Collaborate with project teams to compile project-specific information for proposals.
Organize and format proposal content for compliance with client requirements.
Write, edit, and proofread proposal sections for accuracy and consistency.
Conduct research on prospective clients and competitors to tailor proposals effectively.
Analyze RFP/RFQ documents to identify key requirements and deadlines.
Schedule and lead kickoff meetings for proposal development, setting clear roles and timelines.
Create and maintain a repository of proposal materials including templates and graphics.
Benefits
Collaborative team environment with multiple disciplines working together.
Opportunity to enhance skills in proposal development within the construction industry.
Engagement with both technical and creative aspects of proposal design.
Potential for professional growth within a specialized sector of construction.
Full Job Description
Essential Functions
Proposal Development:
Collaborate with project managers, engineers, estimators, and other team members to gather project-specific information.
Organize and format proposal content, ensuring compliance with client requirements.
Write, edit, and proofread proposal sections to ensure clarity, accuracy, and consistency.
Manage version control of proposal documents.
Research and Analysis:
Conduct research on potential clients and competitors to tailor proposals to specific needs and preferences.
Analyze RFP/RFQ documents, identifying key requirements, deadlines, and evaluation criteria.
Gather and incorporate relevant industry data, statistics, and case studies into proposals.
Proposal Coordination:
Schedule and lead proposal kickoff meetings to define roles, responsibilities, and timelines.
Coordinate proposal review meetings and track action items to ensure deadlines are met.
Create and maintain a proposal library of templates, boilerplate content, and graphics.
Graphics and Visuals:
Collaborate with graphic designers to create visually appealing proposal elements, including charts, diagrams, and images.
Ensure that proposal visuals align with the overall design and messaging.
Quality Assurance:
Conduct thorough quality checks on final proposal documents to ensure accuracy and compliance with all RFP requirements.
Address any issues or discrepancies before submission.
Marketing Strategy:
Develop and implement marketing strategies to increase the company's visibility and market share within the heavy civil and industrial construction industry.
Conduct market research to identify industry trends, competitors, and potential opportunities.
Create marketing collateral, including brochures, presentations, and case studies, highlighting the company's strengths and achievements.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in marketing, business, communications, or a related field and 5 years of experience
Proven experience in proposal development, marketing, or a related role within the construction or professional services industry.
Strong proposal management skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe, In-Design
Knowledge of the heavy civil and industrial construction industry is an advantage.
Creative thinker with a strategic mindset.
Working Conditions
Location - This position will work out of our Denver, CO office.
Office environment - extensive sitting at desk and computer; some standing, bending at the waist, stooping and reaching required; ability to lift 5-20 pounds occasionally.