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Position Overview
Woolpert is hiring a
Proposal Manager
to join our dynamic
Marketing and Proposal Team . This position reports to the
Proposal Director
and is responsible for supporting projects concerning
water and energy utilities . Working collaboratively with market leaders, program directors, project managers, technical SMEs, and other department resources, the proposal manager will manage the development of cohesive proposals, including maintaining schedules, organizing resources, coordinating assignments and reviews, implementing win strategy, ensuring compliance, resolving internal team issues, and providing process leadership for prime pursuits. We are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position. Applicants must already possess work authorization in the country where the job is located. What You Will Do
Lead proposal process through analyzing and outlining solicitation documents, developing pursuit schedules, coordinating technical solution and content development, and engaging creative resource support. Develop draft proposal documents and lead color review meetings. Ensure established quality assurance/quality processes are followed. Participate in or attend pursuit pre‑RFP meetings. Maintain opportunity, project, and staff data in the firm ERP database. Coordinate shortlist interview preparation with marketing manager and creative team. Coordinate technical writing assignments with subject matter leadership team. Perform cross‑market compliant QA/QC reviews. Identify and support creation of reusable content. Research ERP data for experience, teaming, and client history to use in proposals. Participate in capture planning to develop proposal solutions and win themes. Support proposal process improvement through internal lessons learned and client debriefs. Actively mentor proposal coordinators and interns. Active participation/leadership in industry trade organizations (APMP, SMPS) is a plus. What You Will Bring
BA/BS in a relevant field and 5–8 years of technical/AEC industry experience, or 12+ years of relevant AEC experience. Previous proposal experience involving water, wastewater, stormwater, sanitary sewers, or other related services is highly preferred. Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills with the ability to work in a team environment, positively influence others, and develop strong internal and external relationships. Strong attention to detail and ability to prioritize multiple deadlines. Proficiency with Microsoft Office, InDesign, and Adobe Acrobat. Excellent problem‑solving, time‑management, organizational, and record‑keeping skills. Thrives in a fast‑paced, highly driven environment and can adapt quickly to changing conditions and priorities. High level of self‑motivation. Benefits You Will Love
Freedom to Work program: Set your own schedule and location (as appropriate). Principal program: Earn the opportunity to become an owner of the firm. Flexible paid time off/vacation: Take time off when it makes sense for you and your team. Career development: Explore a wide range of learning and growth opportunities within and across industries. Health, life, vision, and dental insurance: Cover all your medical bases. Paid sick time, retirement plan, fitness reimbursement, pet stipend, employee assistance program, and more. Base pay offered may vary depending on job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience. Woolpert is an equal‑opportunity employer.
Woolpert is committed to the full inclusion of recruit, train, compensate, and promote regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, veteran status, and other protected status as required by applicable law.
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Woolpert is hiring a
Proposal Manager
to join our dynamic
Marketing and Proposal Team . This position reports to the
Proposal Director
and is responsible for supporting projects concerning
water and energy utilities . Working collaboratively with market leaders, program directors, project managers, technical SMEs, and other department resources, the proposal manager will manage the development of cohesive proposals, including maintaining schedules, organizing resources, coordinating assignments and reviews, implementing win strategy, ensuring compliance, resolving internal team issues, and providing process leadership for prime pursuits. We are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position. Applicants must already possess work authorization in the country where the job is located. What You Will Do
Lead proposal process through analyzing and outlining solicitation documents, developing pursuit schedules, coordinating technical solution and content development, and engaging creative resource support. Develop draft proposal documents and lead color review meetings. Ensure established quality assurance/quality processes are followed. Participate in or attend pursuit pre‑RFP meetings. Maintain opportunity, project, and staff data in the firm ERP database. Coordinate shortlist interview preparation with marketing manager and creative team. Coordinate technical writing assignments with subject matter leadership team. Perform cross‑market compliant QA/QC reviews. Identify and support creation of reusable content. Research ERP data for experience, teaming, and client history to use in proposals. Participate in capture planning to develop proposal solutions and win themes. Support proposal process improvement through internal lessons learned and client debriefs. Actively mentor proposal coordinators and interns. Active participation/leadership in industry trade organizations (APMP, SMPS) is a plus. What You Will Bring
BA/BS in a relevant field and 5–8 years of technical/AEC industry experience, or 12+ years of relevant AEC experience. Previous proposal experience involving water, wastewater, stormwater, sanitary sewers, or other related services is highly preferred. Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills with the ability to work in a team environment, positively influence others, and develop strong internal and external relationships. Strong attention to detail and ability to prioritize multiple deadlines. Proficiency with Microsoft Office, InDesign, and Adobe Acrobat. Excellent problem‑solving, time‑management, organizational, and record‑keeping skills. Thrives in a fast‑paced, highly driven environment and can adapt quickly to changing conditions and priorities. High level of self‑motivation. Benefits You Will Love
Freedom to Work program: Set your own schedule and location (as appropriate). Principal program: Earn the opportunity to become an owner of the firm. Flexible paid time off/vacation: Take time off when it makes sense for you and your team. Career development: Explore a wide range of learning and growth opportunities within and across industries. Health, life, vision, and dental insurance: Cover all your medical bases. Paid sick time, retirement plan, fitness reimbursement, pet stipend, employee assistance program, and more. Base pay offered may vary depending on job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience. Woolpert is an equal‑opportunity employer.
Woolpert is committed to the full inclusion of recruit, train, compensate, and promote regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, veteran status, and other protected status as required by applicable law.
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