Lead the end-to-end proposal process, from initial receipt of RFQ / SOQ / RFP to submission. This includes : Reviewing and interpreting RFP / RFQs, addressing key elements with the pursuit team Developing and leading the proposal management schedule, establishing priorities, tracking team task assignments, and keeping the team accountable to internal and external deadlines Participating in identifying win themes and differentiators with the technical team Initiating and leading pursuit proposal team activities and meetings Scheduling and leading all color reviews Developing kick-off and other meeting agendas
Editing and tailoring existing materials, which may include interviewing staff / technical experts
Proofreading copy for proposals, presentations, resumes, and project descriptions
Assembling and preparing all documentation using the branding and style guidelines Facilitating quality reviews Ensuring RFP compliance / requirements Ensuring timely proposal production and delivery
Able to successfully manage and lead multiple pursuits and teams simultaneously
Collaborate with stakeholders to develop RFP / bid requirements that align with customer needs
Develop and share best practices with team members to enhance the quality and efficiency
Opportunity to supervise, train, and mentor junior staff
Job Qualifications
Technical Requirements :
Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Journalism, Communications, or related fields
A minimum of 5 years of prior work experience in proposal management, preferably in the engineering or construction industry
Have experience with successfully leading TxDOT proposals
Must be proficient in MS Office, Adobe InDesign, and Adobe Acrobat Pro
Strong proofreading, formatting, writing, and editing skills
Excellent command of grammar and spelling
Experience with OpenAsset and Dynamics is a plus; but not required
Required Soft Skills :
Self-motivated and works independently with limited supervision
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Ability to work under pressure
Excellent problem-solving abilities
Detail-oriented, organized, and able to prioritize
Flexible and capable of adjusting to changing requirements
Benefits
Best work-life balance in the industry!
Unlimited Sick Leave
9 / 80) schedule choice - have every other Friday off.
3% Safe Harbor contribution
4% 401k Match with immediate vesting
Merit Based Bonus Compensation
Medical, Dental, Vision
Remote work hour bank
9 Holidays
Personal time Allowances (no time deducted for doctor appointments, family care, 32-hour dependent care, etc.)
240 hours vacation carry-over time.
0-5 years in industry 2 weeks’ vacation, 5-10 gets 3 weeks, 10+ gets 4 weeks.
Flex time – Start from the hours of 7a – 9a
Mentorship program
Employee referral program for bringing great people into the BGE family