Proposal Specialist
CD Companies, Des Moines, IA, United States
We are seeking a detail-oriented and creative Proposal Specialist to join our growing marketing team. This role is ideal for a strong technical writer with experience in the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) industry who thrives in a deadline-driven environment and has a passion for producing high-quality pursuit and marketing materials. You will play a key role in supporting marketing and business development efforts through proposal production, branded collateral, and marketing initiatives across commercial and governmental submissions.
Key Responsibilities
Support and assist with the production of proposals, qualifications, RFQs/RFPs, and presentations for AEC pursuits
Develop clear, compelling technical content by collaborating with project managers, engineers, architects, and leadership
Write, edit, and proofread marketing materials to ensure accuracy, consistency, and brand alignment
Assist in coordinating proposal schedules, compliance requirements, deliverables, and internal deadlines
Design and format proposal materials using Adobe InDesign while maintaining firm branding standards
Maintain and update marketing databases, resumes, project descriptions, and boilerplate content
Coordinate graphics, layouts, and visual assets to enhance proposal storytelling and compliance
Support additional marketing initiatives such as case studies, award submissions, and promotional materials as needed
Prepare and assist with state and federal submissions, including SF330 forms and associated supporting documentation
Qualifications
4+ years of hands-on marketing or proposal experience within the AEC industry (experience prioritized over formal education)
Strong technical writing, editing, and proofreading skills
Proficiency in Adobe InDesign; experience with Illustrator and Photoshop is a plus
Experience managing multiple RFQ/RFP responses and deadlines simultaneously
Experience preparing SF330s and government-related submissions is a plus
Strong organizational, communication, and collaboration skills
We offer competitive compensation packages with premium benefits. Your comprehensive benefit package includes health, dental and vision insurance, 401K, education assistance, paid holidays, paid time off, long-term disability, short-term disability, professional development opportunities and more.
Join Us
Our culture rewards talented, motivated and dedicated individuals displaying the desire to learn and grow with the opportunity to lead and manage early in their careers, with aptitude valued over tenure. As an employee-owned company with nearly 40% of its staff participating, we offer the potential for ownership to those that are willing to earn it.
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Key Responsibilities
Support and assist with the production of proposals, qualifications, RFQs/RFPs, and presentations for AEC pursuits
Develop clear, compelling technical content by collaborating with project managers, engineers, architects, and leadership
Write, edit, and proofread marketing materials to ensure accuracy, consistency, and brand alignment
Assist in coordinating proposal schedules, compliance requirements, deliverables, and internal deadlines
Design and format proposal materials using Adobe InDesign while maintaining firm branding standards
Maintain and update marketing databases, resumes, project descriptions, and boilerplate content
Coordinate graphics, layouts, and visual assets to enhance proposal storytelling and compliance
Support additional marketing initiatives such as case studies, award submissions, and promotional materials as needed
Prepare and assist with state and federal submissions, including SF330 forms and associated supporting documentation
Qualifications
4+ years of hands-on marketing or proposal experience within the AEC industry (experience prioritized over formal education)
Strong technical writing, editing, and proofreading skills
Proficiency in Adobe InDesign; experience with Illustrator and Photoshop is a plus
Experience managing multiple RFQ/RFP responses and deadlines simultaneously
Experience preparing SF330s and government-related submissions is a plus
Strong organizational, communication, and collaboration skills
We offer competitive compensation packages with premium benefits. Your comprehensive benefit package includes health, dental and vision insurance, 401K, education assistance, paid holidays, paid time off, long-term disability, short-term disability, professional development opportunities and more.
Join Us
Our culture rewards talented, motivated and dedicated individuals displaying the desire to learn and grow with the opportunity to lead and manage early in their careers, with aptitude valued over tenure. As an employee-owned company with nearly 40% of its staff participating, we offer the potential for ownership to those that are willing to earn it.
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