Proposal Manager
HDR, Olympia, WA, United States
Responsibilities
Manage deadline‑driven proposal development process from beginning to end—including setting and leading meetings—working with business development leads, project managers, and technical staff for water‑related projects in Washington
Independently manage the pursuit process from capture planning to proposal development through the interview stage
Provide message development for proposals—conceptualizing, researching, and producing content, including graphic development
Create layout and document design of proposals and other marketing collateral, utilizing existing templates and brand standards
Write non‑technical copy, and edit, proofread, and shape copy provided by technical staff
Lead quality reviews of proposal and interview materials
Facilitate debriefs to identify improvement opportunities and to measure overall competitiveness
Support other marketing efforts by coordinating business strategies, participating in client development, preparing presentations, tracking pursuits and client requests, and generating reports
Maintain accurate project and resume data in business development systems
Maintain marketing intranet, collaboration, and file repository sites
Maintain quality control standards for proposal and marketing components
Train and mentor employees on business development and marketing best practices
Articulate HDR’s capabilities and competitive advantages
Preferred Qualifications
The right candidate for this position is a highly organized, detail‑oriented individual with a desire to handle multiple projects in a fast‑paced environment.
7 years relevant industry experience preferred.
Bachelor's degree in marketing, communications, or a related field (English, Communications, Business, Marketing, Engineering, etc.)
Deep knowledge of the A/E/C industry's standard approach to procurement of professional services.
Ability to handle tight deadlines and make independent decisions critical to job success.
Self‑starter, team‑oriented, and ability to work with a variety of professional styles.
Demonstrated ability to motivate and inspire others.
Demonstrated experience in writing compelling content based on information from technical staff.
Required Qualifications
A minimum of 5 years relevant industry experience.
Demonstrated "self‑starter" with a history of completing projects with limited oversight.
Experience in sales and developing effective win strategies.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
Proficient in Adobe Creative Cloud applications, including InDesign.
Benefits We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long‑term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement. The expected compensation range for this position depends upon skills, experience, education and geographical location. (Stated benefits are for full‑time regular positions. Temporary and part‑time roles eligible for limited benefits.)
{Bellevue, WA}: $88,704 - $126,720 {Seattle, WA}: $88,704 - $126,720 {Everett, WA}: $88,704 - $126,720 {Olympia, WA}: $80,168.40 - $105,600 {Spokane, WA}: $80,168.40 - $100,320
Job Location Primary Location: United States‑Washington‑Bellevue
Other Locations: United States‑Washington‑Everett, United States‑Washington‑Spokane, United States‑Washington‑Olympia, United States‑Washington‑Seattle
Schedule and Employee Status Schedule: Full‑time
Employee Status: Regular
At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.
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Manage deadline‑driven proposal development process from beginning to end—including setting and leading meetings—working with business development leads, project managers, and technical staff for water‑related projects in Washington
Independently manage the pursuit process from capture planning to proposal development through the interview stage
Provide message development for proposals—conceptualizing, researching, and producing content, including graphic development
Create layout and document design of proposals and other marketing collateral, utilizing existing templates and brand standards
Write non‑technical copy, and edit, proofread, and shape copy provided by technical staff
Lead quality reviews of proposal and interview materials
Facilitate debriefs to identify improvement opportunities and to measure overall competitiveness
Support other marketing efforts by coordinating business strategies, participating in client development, preparing presentations, tracking pursuits and client requests, and generating reports
Maintain accurate project and resume data in business development systems
Maintain marketing intranet, collaboration, and file repository sites
Maintain quality control standards for proposal and marketing components
Train and mentor employees on business development and marketing best practices
Articulate HDR’s capabilities and competitive advantages
Preferred Qualifications
The right candidate for this position is a highly organized, detail‑oriented individual with a desire to handle multiple projects in a fast‑paced environment.
7 years relevant industry experience preferred.
Bachelor's degree in marketing, communications, or a related field (English, Communications, Business, Marketing, Engineering, etc.)
Deep knowledge of the A/E/C industry's standard approach to procurement of professional services.
Ability to handle tight deadlines and make independent decisions critical to job success.
Self‑starter, team‑oriented, and ability to work with a variety of professional styles.
Demonstrated ability to motivate and inspire others.
Demonstrated experience in writing compelling content based on information from technical staff.
Required Qualifications
A minimum of 5 years relevant industry experience.
Demonstrated "self‑starter" with a history of completing projects with limited oversight.
Experience in sales and developing effective win strategies.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
Proficient in Adobe Creative Cloud applications, including InDesign.
Benefits We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long‑term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement. The expected compensation range for this position depends upon skills, experience, education and geographical location. (Stated benefits are for full‑time regular positions. Temporary and part‑time roles eligible for limited benefits.)
{Bellevue, WA}: $88,704 - $126,720 {Seattle, WA}: $88,704 - $126,720 {Everett, WA}: $88,704 - $126,720 {Olympia, WA}: $80,168.40 - $105,600 {Spokane, WA}: $80,168.40 - $100,320
Job Location Primary Location: United States‑Washington‑Bellevue
Other Locations: United States‑Washington‑Everett, United States‑Washington‑Spokane, United States‑Washington‑Olympia, United States‑Washington‑Seattle
Schedule and Employee Status Schedule: Full‑time
Employee Status: Regular
At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.
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