Proposal Lead II

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Job Profile

Job Title: Proposal Lead II

Primary Location: Denver/Boulder, CO

Employment Status: Full Time, Exempt

Compensation: $80,000 - $90,000

CNS, a Congruex Company, is looking for a Proposal Lead II to join our team. Learn more about our operating unit at: www.Congruex.com

Who Is Congruex

Congruex designs and builds broadband and wireless communications infrastructure. The work we do enables everything in the modern world to operate, from healthcare and energy to transportation and social interactions.

We deliver turn-key network solutions under a single platform by aligning our engineering and in-market construction operating units. Our vision is to be the best end-to-end provider of network services in the U.S. and our core values of GRIT connect everything we do.

We are building tomorrow, together. Will you join us?

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Job Summary:

The Proposal Lead II focuses on managing the end-to-end process of developing and submitting high-quality winning proposals. They will coordinate with cross-functional teams, manage timelines, ensure compliance, and interact directly with clients to understand their needs. Their primary goal is to secure new business opportunities through compelling and well-executed proposals.

Job Responsibilities (Including, but not limited to):

• Coordinate inbound opportunities for Congruex, CNS Division.
• Collaborate with assigned Program Manager on opportunities.
• Conduct risk analysis on opportunities.
• Coordinate with Project Controls Team for high level schedule and resource plan.
• Maintain a database of historical cost data and benchmarking metrics to refine future estimates.
• Collaborate with CSG team on end-to-end estimating process in Playbook.
• Ensure alignment between engineering and construction detailed cost estimates for large programs, ensuring accuracy and alignment with project scope, specifications, and market conditions.
• Work closely with program manager, engineering, and construction teams to gather input, validate assumptions, and refine estimates.
• Collaborate with procurement and finance teams to incorporate labor, material, and subcontractor costs in the estimate.
• Collaborate with safety to incorporate safety costs in the estimate.
• Collaborate with fleet to incorporate equipment costs in the estimate.
• Develop and incorporate indirect costs into estimates, including overhead, project management, administrative expenses, contingency planning, etc.
• Facilitate estimate reviews with executive leadership, providing data-driven insights for decision-making.
• Ensure all estimates comply with company standards, customer requirements, and regulatory guidelines.
• Maintain organized records of estimates, assumptions, and supporting documentation for reference purposes.
• Support the transition from estimate to execution by assisting the Project Success Team with project kickoff and budget alignment.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Minimum of 5+ years of experience in proposal development or management, specifically supporting fiber infrastructure or related construction projects.
• Bachelor’s degree in related fields (e.g., Engineering, Construction Management, Business Administration), or equivalent work experience.
• Strong understanding of Outside Plant (OSP) and/or wireless infrastructure construction and engineering processes.
• The ability to identify winning themes, develop strategies, and address challenges that arise during the proposal process.
• The ability to lead and motivate teams, communicate effectively with stakeholders, and build relationships.
• Proven track record successfully leading proposal efforts, developing technical and commercial proposals, and managing bid processes.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts clearly and persuasively.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple proposals simultaneously, balancing competing priorities and deadlines.
• Exceptional attention to detail to ensure that all proposals are accurate, complete, and of the highest quality.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Preferred Skills & Qualifications:

• Strong understanding of fiber network architecture, telecom projects, including FTTH (Fiber to the Home) and long-haul/middle-mile deployments, permitting requirements, and how cost, scope, and schedule interrelate within telecom construction.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate across functions (engineering, construction, finance, legal, and program leadership) and hold cross-functional teams accountable for deliverables during the proposal lifecycle.
• Proven ability to proactively communicate bid status and summarize complex project information (contracts, permitting, customer conditions, schedules, payment terms, and resource availability) to executive and program leadership.
• Self-starter with a high degree of initiative, capable of driving proposal efforts independently while maintaining alignment with program goals.
• Adept at gathering technical inputs and commercial terms from subject matter experts and transforming them into cohesive proposal documents.

Why Work At Congruex

No matter what role you play, you are an important part of the One Congruex Family. We offer:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Benefits
• 401(k) Program with a Company Match.
• Free Wellness Resources & Marketplace Discounts
• Paid Maternity & Parental Leave
• Paid Basic Life Insurance & Voluntary Options
• The pillars of Congruex culture are GRIT, safety, inclusion, and family.

The Fine Print:
We will determine salary based on skills and experience in relation to the function of the role, as well as equity to employees in similar roles. Some benefits have eligibility criteria.