Coordinator, Proposal

Aecon; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Proposal Coordinator, where your skills in proposal development and project management will shine. This role involves collaborating with clients and teams to create compelling proposals that drive impactful infrastructure projects. You'll be at the forefront of ensuring compliance, managing content, and supporting innovative strategies in a dynamic environment. With a commitment to safety, integrity, and accountability, the company fosters a culture of inclusivity and continuous improvement. If you thrive in a fast-paced setting and are passionate about making a difference, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Mental Health Support

Career Development Programs

Diversity & Inclusion Training

Flexible Work Environment

Qualifications

• Self-motivated team player with proposal experience, preferably in construction.
• Ability to manage proposals and projects within deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary contact with clients and manage proposal development.
• Write proposal sections, including executive summaries and project descriptions.
• Manage proposal content databases and participate in strategy sessions.

Skills

Proposal Development

Project Management

Writing Skills

Proofreading

Editing Skills

Critical Thinking

Problem Solving

Tools

Microsoft Office

Adobe Acrobat

SharePoint

Job description

Job Description: Proposal Coordinator at Aecon

As a Canadian leader in infrastructure development, Aecon is building what matters for future generations to thrive. We lead impactful projects in transportation and energy, partnering daily to build, connect, power, and strengthen communities.

At Aecon, you can count on:

• Safety Always: Our number one core value. If we can’t do it safely, we don’t do it at all.
• Integrity: We lead by example, with humility and courage.
• Accountability: We’re passionate about delivering on our commitments.

We lead the infrastructure industry with purpose, investing in our people as they invest in us. We support our employees through various initiatives:

• Providing services that support mental, emotional, and physical well-being.
• Building careers via Aecon University and Leadership Programs.
• Fostering inclusive work environments through Equity, Diversity & Inclusion training, Women in Trades and Diversity in Trades programs, and Employee Resource Groups.
• Leading in sustainable construction by minimizing environmental and community impacts.

Our success relies on strong execution and continuous improvement, driven by diverse, skilled, and collaborative teams. We seek innovative minds worldwide to join our Aecon community.

What You'll Do Here

• Serve as the primary contact with clients, manage proposal development, facilitate kickoff calls, ensure RFP compliance, oversee reviews, and coordinate proposal submission from bid/no bid review to contract signing.
• Write various proposal sections, including executive summaries, project descriptions, resumes, and standard responses. Support the development of new plans with operational and estimating teams.
• Support designing and conceptualizing graphics when required.
• Manage proposal content databases and content libraries, maintaining accurate records of proposals, results, lessons learned, and debriefs.
• Participate in proposal strategy and review sessions.
• Handle document management for submissions and support bid library content management.

What You Bring to The Team

• A self-motivated team player with proposal experience, preferably in construction.
• Ability to manage proposals and projects within deadlines.
• Strong English language, writing, proofreading, and editing skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word and PowerPoint), Adobe Acrobat, and SharePoint.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, agile environment with competing priorities, demonstrating critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with team members towards shared goals.