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Proposal Specialist Job Details | Black & Veatch Family of Companies

Proposal Specialist Job Details | Black & Veatch Family of Companies

Indiana StaffingIndianapolis, IN, US
14 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Proposal Specialist

As a Proposal Specialist, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping winning strategies and delivering high-quality proposals that make a real impact. In this role, you will :

  • Coordinate and manage moderately complex to complex pursuit efforts, working closely with project managers and subject matter experts to deliver strategic, client-focused proposals.
  • Facilitate milestone meetings and check-ins to keep the proposal team aligned, identify roadblocks early, and maintain momentum toward deadlines.
  • Track progress and action items in pursuit plans and ensure accountability across the team.
  • Ensure quality and consistency by enforcing brand standards and accuracy in all deliverables.
  • Tailor resumes and content to highlight the right expertise for each opportunity.
  • Leverage tools like PEL, PW, and Adobe Creative Suite to manage proposal data and create visually compelling materials.
  • Champion best practices and foster collaboration among a diverse team of SMEs.
  • Showcase your creative skills with strong proficiency in InDesign and PowerPoint.

Black & Veatch's Governments & Communities team partners with municipalities, state and local governments, and federal agencies to deliver critical infrastructure solutions. By joining us, you'll help create resilient, sustainable communities and contribute to projects that truly make a difference.

Key Responsibilities :

  • Coordinate proposal development from kickoff through submission, managing schedules, tasks, and deliverables.
  • Lead milestone meetings to align the team, address risks, and keep proposals on schedule.
  • Track progress and action items in pursuit plans to ensure accountability and timely delivery.
  • Collaborate with project managers and SMEs to craft strategic, client-focused messaging.
  • Ensure brand and quality standards across all proposal materials.
  • Tailor resumes, project descriptions, and content to meet client requirements.
  • Create and refine proposal templates and graphics using InDesign and PowerPoint and in collaboration with Graphic Designer.
  • Support pursuit strategy, including win themes, competitive insights, and capture planning.
  • Promote best practices and contribute to process improvements.
  • Preferred Qualifications :

  • Bachelor's Degree in Marketing, Communication, or a related field
  • Proficiency in InDesign and PowerPoint is required.
  • Preferred Skills :

  • Strong communication and facilitation skills.
  • Highly proactive and organized, with attention to detail.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines.
  • Minimum Qualifications :

  • Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Experience.
  • 4+ years related experience.
  • All applicants must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements (if selected) which may include any / all of the following : criminal / civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations.
  • Work Environment / Physical Demands :

  • Standard office environment.
  • Hybrid or flexible work options may be offered after the first 90 days of employment based upon manager discretion, job performance and work assignments.
  • Salary Plan : PUR : Pursuits Job Grade : 015

    Black & Veatch endeavors to make accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process because of a disability, please contact the Employee Relations Department at +1-913-359-1622 or via our.

    Black & Veatch is committed to being an employer of choice by creating a valuable work experience that keeps our people engaged, productive, safe and healthy. Our comprehensive benefits portfolio is a key component of this commitment and offers an array of health care benefits including but not limited to medical, dental and vision insurances along with disability and a robust wellness program. To support a healthy work-life balance, we offer flexible work schedules, paid vacation and holiday time, sick time, and dependent sick time. A variety of additional benefits are available to our professionals, including a company-matched 401k plan, adoption reimbursement, tuition reimbursement, vendor discounts, an employment referral program, AD&D insurance, pre-taxed accounts, voluntary legal plan and the B&V Credit Union. Professionals may also be eligible for a performance-based bonus program.

    We are proud to be a 100 percent ESOP-owned company. As employee-owners, our professionals are empowered to drive not only their personal growth, but the company's long-term achievements - and they share in the financial rewards of the success through stock ownership. By valuing diverse voices and perspectives, we cultivate an authentically inclusive environment for professionals and are able to provide innovative and effective solutions for clients. BVH, Inc., its subsidiaries and its affiliated companies, complies with all Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) laws and regulations. Black & Veatch does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender Identity and expression, disability, veteran status, pregnancy status or other status protected by law.

    Notice to External Search Firms : Black & Veatch does not accept unsolicited resumes and will not be obligated to pay a placement fee for unsolicited resumes. Black & Veatch Talent Acquisition engages with search firms directly for hiring needs.

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