Proposal Writer (Pursuit Specialist)

RK&K is actively seeking an exceptional Proposal Writer (Pursuit Specialist) to join our dynamic team in Richmond or Fairfax, Virginia. If you are a motivated self-starter looking for a challenging but rewarding career with opportunities to grow, this is the position for you with the chance to make an immediate impact while working alongside other talented marketing professionals and collaborating with our technical planners, engineers, and CEI staff. We need someone with the drive and vision to take our pursuit strategies to new heights. That someone could be you!

Ideally, you'll bring at least two years of hands‑on A/E/C industry experience, including: finding and responding to RFQ/RFPs; using Adobe InDesign, Microsoft Word, and Microsoft PowerPoint to develop proposals and shortlist interviews; and using a CRM to track and maintain important marketing information and collateral.

Essential Functions

Coordinates and delivers quality proposals for small and mid‑sized municipal and VDOT projects; as well as a range of marketing activities for offices firmwide

Collaborate with staff to plan, coordinate, design, edit, and produce quality RFP and RFQ responses as well as shortlist interviews and other promotional material

Develops, establishes and maintains marketing strategies to meet organizational objectives

Monitors, reviews and reports on marketing activities and results

Maintains marketing database

Required Skills and Experience

BA or BS in English, Journalism, Communications or related discipline

Two (2) years of experience developing creative/dynamic proposals and presentations in the A/E/C industry

Proficient in Adobe InDesign, Microsoft PowerPoint, and Microsoft Word

Experience coordinating, preparing, organizing, composing, and completing proposals (custom format, SF 330, etc.) including conducting team coordination

Demonstrated proficiency with technical writing, as well as reviewing and proofreading of materials for content, grammar, and style

Ability to collaborate in a fast‑paced team environment with a variety of technical staff and multiple concurrent deadlines

Preferred Skills and Experience

Five (5) years of experience developing creative/dynamic proposals and presentations in the A/E/C industry

Knowledge of database/CRM systems, specifically Deltek Vision/Vantagepoint

Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

What We Offer

Paid time off

Hybrid work (home and office)

Tuition reimbursement

Health, dental, vision, life and disability insurances

Paid parental leave

Wellness programs and employee resource groups

Career Development

Matching 401(k) plan

Paid Holidays

This position is not eligible for employer-sponsored work authorization. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship.

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