Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising
At HDR, our employee‑owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?
Watch Our Story: https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story
Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.
In the role of Proposal Manager, we’ll count on you to:
Manage the proposal and pursuit process for many key and complex water, wastewater, construction management and other water‑related clients in NY/NJ.
Independently manage the pursuit process from capture planning to proposal development, through the interview preparation stages.
Be highly organized, detail‑oriented and capable of handling multiple projects in a fast‑paced environment.
Management of the Full Life Cycle of the Proposal/Interview Process
Conduct and facilitate pursuit and proposal meetings and facilitate pursuit teams to develop persuasive proposal and interview materials.
Collaborate with individual pursuit teams and technical staff to develop win strategies and key messaging.
Conceptualize, research and produce marketing materials, proposals, promotions and presentations, including non‑technical writing.
Assist with elevating technical writing by creating callouts or graphics to enhance readability to reviewers.
Develop and coordinate layouts and graphics.
Write non‑technical text, and edit and proofread marketing collateral.
Write compelling content based on information provided by technical staff.
Ensure timely production and quality of marketing communications (proposals, presentations, and external communications).
Lead and support interview coaching and presentation development for shortlist interviews.
Interface with people both inside and outside the firm, including clients and sub‑consultants.
Articulate HDR’s capabilities and competitive advantages; assist technical staff to write and solidify HDR’s "win themes".
Other Marketing Responsibilities
Develop content for external marketing communications such as LinkedIn posts, leave‑behind brochures for clients, or materials related to conferences such as advertisements and booth material.
Facilitate debriefs to identify improvement opportunities and measure overall competitiveness.
Train and mentor employees on business development and marketing best practices; serve as a mentor toward younger marketing staff.
Enforce and practice designated proposal closeout processes, including deconstructing and filing proposal and presentation material upon submission in HDR systems and folders.
Maintain accurate project and resume data in business development systems.
Monitor client and industry websites for solicitation status.
Administer the implementation of the go/no‑go decision process following HDR’s Matrix of Authority.
Perform other duties as needed.
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
Deep knowledge of the A/E/C industry’s standard approach to procurement of professional services – 8 years of AEC industry experience preferred.
Ability to handle tight deadlines and make independent decisions critical to job success.
Quick self‑starter, team‑oriented, and ability to work with a variety of professional styles.
Demonstrated ability to motivate and inspire others.
Ability and desire to travel and engage with others in person.
Demonstrated experience in writing compelling content based on information from technical staff.
Preference is given to local candidates.
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.
Primary Location United States – New York
Industry Marketing/Communications
Schedule Full‑time
Employee Status Regular
Business Class Marketing and Admin
Job Posting October 7, 2025
At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity.
We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.
Ready to learn more? Let’s work together to make great things possible.
We design solutions to the world’s greatest challenges. We’re always looking for great talent to join our global teams.
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Watch Our Story: https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story
Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.
In the role of Proposal Manager, we’ll count on you to:
Manage the proposal and pursuit process for many key and complex water, wastewater, construction management and other water‑related clients in NY/NJ.
Independently manage the pursuit process from capture planning to proposal development, through the interview preparation stages.
Be highly organized, detail‑oriented and capable of handling multiple projects in a fast‑paced environment.
Management of the Full Life Cycle of the Proposal/Interview Process
Conduct and facilitate pursuit and proposal meetings and facilitate pursuit teams to develop persuasive proposal and interview materials.
Collaborate with individual pursuit teams and technical staff to develop win strategies and key messaging.
Conceptualize, research and produce marketing materials, proposals, promotions and presentations, including non‑technical writing.
Assist with elevating technical writing by creating callouts or graphics to enhance readability to reviewers.
Develop and coordinate layouts and graphics.
Write non‑technical text, and edit and proofread marketing collateral.
Write compelling content based on information provided by technical staff.
Ensure timely production and quality of marketing communications (proposals, presentations, and external communications).
Lead and support interview coaching and presentation development for shortlist interviews.
Interface with people both inside and outside the firm, including clients and sub‑consultants.
Articulate HDR’s capabilities and competitive advantages; assist technical staff to write and solidify HDR’s "win themes".
Other Marketing Responsibilities
Develop content for external marketing communications such as LinkedIn posts, leave‑behind brochures for clients, or materials related to conferences such as advertisements and booth material.
Facilitate debriefs to identify improvement opportunities and measure overall competitiveness.
Train and mentor employees on business development and marketing best practices; serve as a mentor toward younger marketing staff.
Enforce and practice designated proposal closeout processes, including deconstructing and filing proposal and presentation material upon submission in HDR systems and folders.
Maintain accurate project and resume data in business development systems.
Monitor client and industry websites for solicitation status.
Administer the implementation of the go/no‑go decision process following HDR’s Matrix of Authority.
Perform other duties as needed.
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
Deep knowledge of the A/E/C industry’s standard approach to procurement of professional services – 8 years of AEC industry experience preferred.
Ability to handle tight deadlines and make independent decisions critical to job success.
Quick self‑starter, team‑oriented, and ability to work with a variety of professional styles.
Demonstrated ability to motivate and inspire others.
Ability and desire to travel and engage with others in person.
Demonstrated experience in writing compelling content based on information from technical staff.
Preference is given to local candidates.
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.
Primary Location United States – New York
Industry Marketing/Communications
Schedule Full‑time
Employee Status Regular
Business Class Marketing and Admin
Job Posting October 7, 2025
At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity.
We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.
Ready to learn more? Let’s work together to make great things possible.
We design solutions to the world’s greatest challenges. We’re always looking for great talent to join our global teams.
#J-18808-Ljbffr