About Day And Zimmermann
Day & Zimmermann Maintenance and Construction (DZMC) is here to make life easier for plant owners in the Power, Chemical, and Industrial markets. We deliver innovative solutions and seamless processes that manage all aspects of the plant life cycle, and we’re a leading maintenance services provider in the United States. We put people to work, protect American freedoms, and help our customers power and improve the world. https://www.dayzim.com/services-and-products/maintenance-construction Role Overview
We are looking for a full-time, Proposal Manager to join the Day & Zimmermann team. The Proposal Manager oversees the entire proposal process, acting as a project manager for customer responses such as RFIs, RFQs, RFPs, and post-submittal requests. The role collaborates with Business Development and Operations to develop strategies, identify key messaging, and lead the full proposal lifecycle, including writing, production, and customer follow-ups under strict deadlines. This is a remote role with some travel and requires strong project management, organizational, and communication skills, along with a solid understanding of the company’s services, markets, and processes. This role is remote with some travel. Responsibilities
Project Management Support – lead and manage the production of multiple, concurrent, high-value proposals from start to finish. Act as the RFP subject matter expert and clearly communicate customer requirements to the bid team. Manage a matrixed team, process workflow, tailor content with subject matter experts, coordinate schedules, and ensure on-time delivery of compliant, compelling, customer-focused proposals. Content Drafting, Review & Improvement – draft and edit proposal content with the pursuit team, maintain updated versions in the document management system (SharePoint-based), and perform desktop publishing, editing, and formatting tasks using Adobe Acrobat and Microsoft Office products. Update content in the boilerplate library and reference materials, and seek ways to improve materials, tools, and processes. Coordination Activities – perform coordination and proposal administrative duties, including acknowledgment of bid documents, distributing bid information, scheduling internal meetings, setting up collaborative workspace (SharePoint-based), maintaining document version control, and updating opportunity records in Salesforce (CRM). Miscellaneous Support – provide additional support to supervisor or larger department projects as assigned. Qualifications & Skills
Excellent written and oral communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills. Highly organized, able to manage multiple tasks across groups while meeting deadlines under pressure. Critical thinker who can research, develop, and present complex data clearly and concisely. Strong team player able to gather information, incorporate feedback, and collaborate to deliver results. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel), SharePoint (or similar) and Salesforce (or similar CRM). Familiarity with Adobe products is preferred but not required. And If You Have These Qualifications
Associate’s Degree required; Bachelor’s degree preferred. 6+ years experience in writing, proofreading, editing, and working with technical or engineering teams/individuals in energy or industrial markets. 6+ years experience in service-oriented sales, the AEC or energy industry, or in a B2B environment preferred. Great attitude and team player. Successful completion of drug and background screening. Salary and Benefits
In compliance with pay transparency laws, the salary range for this role is $91,600 – $137,400. This is not a guaranteed offer amount and may vary based on experience, location, date of hire, schedule type, and collective bargaining agreements. Our pay philosophy may vary by program and options available to employees. We Care About Our Employees
Our staff receive a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, including medical/Rx, dental and vision, life and disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, paid maternity/parental/family leave, and other benefits including pet insurance. Safety & Physical Requirements
To ensure a safe work environment while meeting the physical demands of the job, you must be able to perform the following tasks, with or without reasonable accommodation: Visual acuity; Balancing; Reaching; Grasping; Walking; Manual dexterity; Hearing; Repetitive motions; Talking; Ability to think, concentrate, and focus for long periods; Ability to read and write complex documents in English; Capacity to reason and make sound decisions; Ability to work at the company’s office or site; How to Apply
We invite you to apply and connect with our Talent Acquisition Partner. Diversity, Inclusion & Equal Employment Opportunity statements follow. If you require an accommodation in the application process, email reasonableaccommodation@dayzim.com with the position title and location. Equal Opportunity
Day & Zimmermann is committed to maintaining an inclusive workforce and complying with federal and state EEO laws. We hire based on contributions to the company and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, citizenship status, veteran status, or disability. If you are disabled and need accommodation, contact us as noted above.
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Day & Zimmermann Maintenance and Construction (DZMC) is here to make life easier for plant owners in the Power, Chemical, and Industrial markets. We deliver innovative solutions and seamless processes that manage all aspects of the plant life cycle, and we’re a leading maintenance services provider in the United States. We put people to work, protect American freedoms, and help our customers power and improve the world. https://www.dayzim.com/services-and-products/maintenance-construction Role Overview
We are looking for a full-time, Proposal Manager to join the Day & Zimmermann team. The Proposal Manager oversees the entire proposal process, acting as a project manager for customer responses such as RFIs, RFQs, RFPs, and post-submittal requests. The role collaborates with Business Development and Operations to develop strategies, identify key messaging, and lead the full proposal lifecycle, including writing, production, and customer follow-ups under strict deadlines. This is a remote role with some travel and requires strong project management, organizational, and communication skills, along with a solid understanding of the company’s services, markets, and processes. This role is remote with some travel. Responsibilities
Project Management Support – lead and manage the production of multiple, concurrent, high-value proposals from start to finish. Act as the RFP subject matter expert and clearly communicate customer requirements to the bid team. Manage a matrixed team, process workflow, tailor content with subject matter experts, coordinate schedules, and ensure on-time delivery of compliant, compelling, customer-focused proposals. Content Drafting, Review & Improvement – draft and edit proposal content with the pursuit team, maintain updated versions in the document management system (SharePoint-based), and perform desktop publishing, editing, and formatting tasks using Adobe Acrobat and Microsoft Office products. Update content in the boilerplate library and reference materials, and seek ways to improve materials, tools, and processes. Coordination Activities – perform coordination and proposal administrative duties, including acknowledgment of bid documents, distributing bid information, scheduling internal meetings, setting up collaborative workspace (SharePoint-based), maintaining document version control, and updating opportunity records in Salesforce (CRM). Miscellaneous Support – provide additional support to supervisor or larger department projects as assigned. Qualifications & Skills
Excellent written and oral communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills. Highly organized, able to manage multiple tasks across groups while meeting deadlines under pressure. Critical thinker who can research, develop, and present complex data clearly and concisely. Strong team player able to gather information, incorporate feedback, and collaborate to deliver results. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel), SharePoint (or similar) and Salesforce (or similar CRM). Familiarity with Adobe products is preferred but not required. And If You Have These Qualifications
Associate’s Degree required; Bachelor’s degree preferred. 6+ years experience in writing, proofreading, editing, and working with technical or engineering teams/individuals in energy or industrial markets. 6+ years experience in service-oriented sales, the AEC or energy industry, or in a B2B environment preferred. Great attitude and team player. Successful completion of drug and background screening. Salary and Benefits
In compliance with pay transparency laws, the salary range for this role is $91,600 – $137,400. This is not a guaranteed offer amount and may vary based on experience, location, date of hire, schedule type, and collective bargaining agreements. Our pay philosophy may vary by program and options available to employees. We Care About Our Employees
Our staff receive a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, including medical/Rx, dental and vision, life and disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, paid maternity/parental/family leave, and other benefits including pet insurance. Safety & Physical Requirements
To ensure a safe work environment while meeting the physical demands of the job, you must be able to perform the following tasks, with or without reasonable accommodation: Visual acuity; Balancing; Reaching; Grasping; Walking; Manual dexterity; Hearing; Repetitive motions; Talking; Ability to think, concentrate, and focus for long periods; Ability to read and write complex documents in English; Capacity to reason and make sound decisions; Ability to work at the company’s office or site; How to Apply
We invite you to apply and connect with our Talent Acquisition Partner. Diversity, Inclusion & Equal Employment Opportunity statements follow. If you require an accommodation in the application process, email reasonableaccommodation@dayzim.com with the position title and location. Equal Opportunity
Day & Zimmermann is committed to maintaining an inclusive workforce and complying with federal and state EEO laws. We hire based on contributions to the company and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, citizenship status, veteran status, or disability. If you are disabled and need accommodation, contact us as noted above.
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