GFT
Senior Proposal Specialist - Transportation/Construction Services
GFT, Baltimore, Maryland, United States, 21276
Senior Proposal Specialist Transportation/Construction Services
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GFT . We are seeking a Senior Proposal Specialist to join our BD&M team within the MidAtlantic. In this role, you will apply strategic thinking, creative problem?solving, and strong organizational skills to support pursuits for our Transportation, Construction Services, and Buildings & Places teams. The position can be based in Mechanicsburg, Philadelphia, Valley Forge, Towson, or Owings Mills. What You Will Do Manage proposals and presentations, provide capture support, and assist with client management support. Lead the planning, development, and delivery of compelling, compliant, and client?focused proposals, qualifications, and presentations. Support one or more regional business lines or a global business line.
Capture Planning
Lead standard- and strategic-level pursuits, driving capture kick?offs, follow?up meetings, and early positioning discussions. Conduct research into clients, competitors, and markets to inform win themes and pursuit strategies. Draft pre?RFP content to support strategic positioning. Determine resource needs for assigned pursuits. Collaborate with BD leadership to ensure consistent implementation of best practices.
Proposal Management
Lead complex proposals from initial request to final submission. Analyze SOQs/RFPs to prepare compliance matrices, schedules, and outlines. Facilitate and participate in kick?off meetings, milestone reviews, and client debriefs. Develop client?focused proposal sections including cover letters, executive summaries, personnel bios, project descriptions, firm overviews, and subconsultant qualifications. Edit technical approaches for narrative clarity, structure, and alignment with visual messaging. Partner with graphic designers to develop custom visuals and infographics that reinforce win themes. Coordinate and prepare interview teams, including scheduling, content preparation, and rehearsals. Track all opportunities and deliverables in CRM.
Client Service Team Support
Support Tier I client management activities in collaboration with BD Client Service Leaders; serve as BD Partner for Tier II/III clients. Conduct client research (contract awards, budgets, press coverage, events) to inform pursuit strategies. Prepare client meeting materials, capabilities briefings, and targeted marketing collateral.
BD Data, Processes & Innovation
Participate in or lead working groups focused on improving BD systems, processes, and tools. Use approved AI tools for writing, research, and proposal efficiency; collaborate with leadership on new use cases.
Collaboration & Mentorship
Manage communications, delegate tasks, and monitor progress to ensure deadlines are met. Mentor junior BD staff, providing feedback and coaching to support their professional growth. Foster a collaborative, inclusive team culture that values quality, consistency, and best practices.
Qualifications
What You Will Bring To Our Firm Normally a 4?year degree required in English, marketing, journalism, communications, or applicable field.
What We Prefer You Bring Minimum of 5 years of combined prior proposal experience in the AEC industry, leading, coordinating, planning, and developing proposals and qualifications, including section writing experience. Experience with PennDOT, MDOT (SHA, MDTA, MTA), SEPTA, Amtrak, or City of Philadelphia a plus. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Able to work with some degree of independence to execute proposal lifecycle. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and CRM tools; experience with Adobe InDesign preferred.
Compensation
The salary range for this role is $80,000 - $95,000. Salary is dependent on experience and geographic location. Benefits
Remote work environment. Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, in addition to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance. Tax?deferred 401(k) savings plan. Competitive paid?time?off (PTO) accrual. Tuition reimbursement for continued education. Commitment to professional development, access to internal and external training programs, and support of active participation in professional organizations. Incentive compensation for eligible positions.
Company Overview
At
GFT , a privately held AEC firm, we innovate where transportation, water, power, and buildings converge. We call this the Infrastructure of Life. We measure our success by the strength of our relationships thats why were the employer of choice for 5,000+ of the industrys brightest engineers, planners, architects, inspectors, designers, and more. Our clients choose us for our expertise and prefer us for our nimble approach, creativity, and personal touch. Backed by over a centurys experience, together were building a lasting legacy for future generations: stronger communities, a healthier planet, and better lives.
GFT: Ingenuity That Shapes Lives Equal Opportunity Employer
GFT is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veterans status or other characteristics protected by law. Additional Information
Unsolicited resumes from third party agencies will be considered the property of GFT. Location: Mechanicsburg, Philadelphia, Valley Forge, Towson, Owings Mills Working Hours: 8?AM 5?PM Employment Status: Full?time Remote Salary Range: $80,000 $95,000 Salary dependent on experience and geographic location. GFT does require the successful completion of a criminal background check for all advertised positions. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Join to apply for the
Senior Proposal Specialist Transportation/Construction Services
role at
GFT . We are seeking a Senior Proposal Specialist to join our BD&M team within the MidAtlantic. In this role, you will apply strategic thinking, creative problem?solving, and strong organizational skills to support pursuits for our Transportation, Construction Services, and Buildings & Places teams. The position can be based in Mechanicsburg, Philadelphia, Valley Forge, Towson, or Owings Mills. What You Will Do Manage proposals and presentations, provide capture support, and assist with client management support. Lead the planning, development, and delivery of compelling, compliant, and client?focused proposals, qualifications, and presentations. Support one or more regional business lines or a global business line.
Capture Planning
Lead standard- and strategic-level pursuits, driving capture kick?offs, follow?up meetings, and early positioning discussions. Conduct research into clients, competitors, and markets to inform win themes and pursuit strategies. Draft pre?RFP content to support strategic positioning. Determine resource needs for assigned pursuits. Collaborate with BD leadership to ensure consistent implementation of best practices.
Proposal Management
Lead complex proposals from initial request to final submission. Analyze SOQs/RFPs to prepare compliance matrices, schedules, and outlines. Facilitate and participate in kick?off meetings, milestone reviews, and client debriefs. Develop client?focused proposal sections including cover letters, executive summaries, personnel bios, project descriptions, firm overviews, and subconsultant qualifications. Edit technical approaches for narrative clarity, structure, and alignment with visual messaging. Partner with graphic designers to develop custom visuals and infographics that reinforce win themes. Coordinate and prepare interview teams, including scheduling, content preparation, and rehearsals. Track all opportunities and deliverables in CRM.
Client Service Team Support
Support Tier I client management activities in collaboration with BD Client Service Leaders; serve as BD Partner for Tier II/III clients. Conduct client research (contract awards, budgets, press coverage, events) to inform pursuit strategies. Prepare client meeting materials, capabilities briefings, and targeted marketing collateral.
BD Data, Processes & Innovation
Participate in or lead working groups focused on improving BD systems, processes, and tools. Use approved AI tools for writing, research, and proposal efficiency; collaborate with leadership on new use cases.
Collaboration & Mentorship
Manage communications, delegate tasks, and monitor progress to ensure deadlines are met. Mentor junior BD staff, providing feedback and coaching to support their professional growth. Foster a collaborative, inclusive team culture that values quality, consistency, and best practices.
Qualifications
What You Will Bring To Our Firm Normally a 4?year degree required in English, marketing, journalism, communications, or applicable field.
What We Prefer You Bring Minimum of 5 years of combined prior proposal experience in the AEC industry, leading, coordinating, planning, and developing proposals and qualifications, including section writing experience. Experience with PennDOT, MDOT (SHA, MDTA, MTA), SEPTA, Amtrak, or City of Philadelphia a plus. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Able to work with some degree of independence to execute proposal lifecycle. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and CRM tools; experience with Adobe InDesign preferred.
Compensation
The salary range for this role is $80,000 - $95,000. Salary is dependent on experience and geographic location. Benefits
Remote work environment. Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, in addition to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance. Tax?deferred 401(k) savings plan. Competitive paid?time?off (PTO) accrual. Tuition reimbursement for continued education. Commitment to professional development, access to internal and external training programs, and support of active participation in professional organizations. Incentive compensation for eligible positions.
Company Overview
At
GFT , a privately held AEC firm, we innovate where transportation, water, power, and buildings converge. We call this the Infrastructure of Life. We measure our success by the strength of our relationships thats why were the employer of choice for 5,000+ of the industrys brightest engineers, planners, architects, inspectors, designers, and more. Our clients choose us for our expertise and prefer us for our nimble approach, creativity, and personal touch. Backed by over a centurys experience, together were building a lasting legacy for future generations: stronger communities, a healthier planet, and better lives.
GFT: Ingenuity That Shapes Lives Equal Opportunity Employer
GFT is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veterans status or other characteristics protected by law. Additional Information
Unsolicited resumes from third party agencies will be considered the property of GFT. Location: Mechanicsburg, Philadelphia, Valley Forge, Towson, Owings Mills Working Hours: 8?AM 5?PM Employment Status: Full?time Remote Salary Range: $80,000 $95,000 Salary dependent on experience and geographic location. GFT does require the successful completion of a criminal background check for all advertised positions. #J-18808-Ljbffr