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Proposal Strategist

The Planet Group, Chesapeake, Virginia, United States, 23322

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We’re looking for an experienced

Proposal Strategist

to support high-impact business development efforts for a leading professional services organization.

About the Role The Proposal Strategist will lead and manage end-to-end proposal development efforts, partnering closely with business development and project leadership to create compelling, winning proposals. This role plays a key part in shaping strategy, messaging, and visuals to strengthen the company’s competitive position.

Key Responsibilities

Develop proposal plans, win strategies, storyboards, and proposal schedules

Manage the RFP process from release through final submission and “checkmate” phase

Collaborate with business development and project management leaders to craft value propositions

Lead proposal kickoffs, pink team reviews, and content revisions

Coordinate proposal team assignments and oversee proposal execution

Support development of graphics, visuals, and marketing materials

Conduct go/no-go reviews and post-submittal activities, including interview preparation

Assist with negotiated contract outlines and proposal deliverables

Track and support metrics related to safety, budget, schedule, diversity, and community involvement

Support award submissions (ACEC, ENR, local and national publications)

Represent the organization at professional associations, conferences, and trade shows

Assist with booth setup and networking activities

Perform other duties as assigned and comply with company policies

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Business Administration, or related field

(Applicable years of experience may substitute for degree)

4+ years

of experience in marketing, business development, or sales within a professional services firm

Experience working at an

A/E firm strongly preferred

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Proficiency with

Adobe InDesign

strongly preferred

APMP (Certified Proposal Management Professional)

preferred or equivalent

Why This Opportunity

Hands-on role with strategic visibility

Collaborative, fast-paced proposal environment

Great opportunity to work with leadership and high-profile pursuits

Contract flexibility with meaningful impact

Apply directly on LinkedIn or message me to learn more!

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