Technical Writer Job at Project Solutions in Rapid City

Position Overview
Project Solutions, Inc. is a project management company located in Rapid City, South Dakota, founded in 2000. This is a Rapid City home office position with normal business hours. Project Solutions provides facility operations and construction advisory services to state and federal government agencies across much of the United States. The Technical Writer will develop, write, and edit clear, well-structured, and compelling proposal content, synthesizing technical input from subject matter experts into cohesive and client‑focused submissions.

Responsibilities and Duties

Analyze solicitations (RFPs, RFQs, RFIs) to identify requirements, evaluation criteria, and instructions.

Other duties as assigned.

Maintain, update, and track proposals using spreadsheets or other tracking tools and CRM systems.

Support post‑submission tasks such as amendments, clarifications, or final revisions.

Update all documentation related to proposals.

Conduct research and draft, edit, and format deliverables, reports, and other content as required.

Prepare and package final submissions in required formats (PDF, portals, printed copies).

Update and design charts, tables, and graphics for proposals.

Contribute to proposal graphics development and assist with marketing collateral and website content.

Edit documents and technical materials prepared by other staff for clarity, coverage, and consistency.

Maintain version control of proposal documents throughout development.

Write, revise, and edit drafts of proposal responses, including executive summaries and technical, management, past performance, resume, and pricing sections.

Improve proposal‑writing processes by evaluating and redesigning templates, boilerplate, and workflows.

Develop proposal content and write persuasive text with win themes and differentiators.

Gather proposal information by identifying sources and interviewing SMEs to develop accurate and compelling content.

Attend strategy meetings to understand win themes and translate them into clear, aligned, and persuasive proposal content.

Develop compliance matrices to ensure all requirements are addressed.

Supervision

Reports to Executive Team leadership and collaborates closely with internal teams and subject matter experts.

No supervisory responsibilities.

Education, Knowledge and Skills

Bachelor’s degree in Technical Writing, Marketing, Business Administration, Communications, or a related field.

At least 2 years of experience in proposal writing and/or business development.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel) and PDF tools.

Ability to meet multiple deadlines and work in a fast‑paced environment.

High attention to detail and ability to interpret complex documents.

Excellent organizational and time management abilities.

Formal proposal certification and training (Shipley, APMP) desired.

Familiarity with government procurement terms preferred.

Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

Establish and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, SMEs, and external stakeholders.

Analyze solicitations, interpret requirements, and develop strategies aligned with client needs.

Problem‑solving and adaptability to changing circumstances.

Technical skills in document formatting and graphics development; maintain organized proposal files.

Maintain professionalism, confidentiality, flexibility, and positive working relationships across departments.

Possess a valid State‑issued driver’s license for positions that require driving.

Accept confidentiality as a strict condition of employment.

Successfully pass a criminal background check.

Maintain any training and credential requirements as per policy and company contracts.

Benefits

Three options for medical plans plus dental and vision insurance offerings.

24/7 healthcare access to telehealth services.

Health Savings Account (HSA).

Company life insurance options for you and your family.

Short‑term and long‑term disability offerings.

An $800 monthly allowance to offset PSI insurance premium costs.

401(k) with a 4% employer match.

Generous PTO, paid federal holidays, and sick leave.

Opportunity for professional development.

Equal Employment Opportunity
Project Solutions, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Women, individuals with disabilities, protected veterans, and minorities are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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