Proposal Coordinator / Writer - Construction

Emil Anderson Group; Kelowna; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An essential position within a civil construction firm, the Proposal Writer is tasked with developing and managing proposals for various projects. This role demands excellent communication and organizational skills, alongside a background in relevant fields such as engineering or construction management. The successful candidate will facilitate the submissions process and ensure compliance while maintaining strong collaboration with teams and stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in a related field is preferred.
• Proven experience in proposal and technical writing.
• Familiarity with RFQ and RFI processes.

Responsibilities

• Develop and write comprehensive proposals for civil construction.
• Manage the proposal process from start to finish, meeting deadlines.
• Collaborate closely with internal teams and stakeholders for proposals.

Skills

Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Strong organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, English, Communications

Job description

Job Title: Proposal Writer – Civil Construction

Reports To: Pre-Construction Manager

The Proposal Writer is integral to our business development efforts and involves managing the tools and processes for responding to RFQs, RFPs, Submittals and business processes. The successful candidate will have experience in civil construction, ensuring compliant submittals, and adeptly coordinating input from team members, consultants, and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Operate in accordance to and uphold Emil Anderson Group (EAG) Core Values in all aspects of your work.
• Uphold an unwavering commitment to developing a zero-injury culture and meeting the Paving the Way to Zero goals.
• Develop and write comprehensive proposals and technical documents tailored to the civil construction industry.
• Manage the proposal process from start to finish, ensuring submission deadlines are met and requirements are complied with.
• Utilize tools and software to efficiently manage RFQ and RFI processes.
• Collaborate and coordinate closely with internal teams, consultants, and stakeholders to gather required information and insights for proposals.
• Ensure that all written communications are clear, compliant, and tailored to the target audience.
• Maintain a database of proposal content and previous submissions for future use.
• Conduct research to gather relevant data and industry insights to enhance proposals.
  
  

Competencies

• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Proven experience in proposal writing and technical writing, preferably within the civil construction industry (an asset).
• Familiarity with compliant submittal processes in the industry
• Strong understanding of RFQ and RFI processes, with a demonstrated ability to manage tools and platforms related to these processes.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams and coordinate input from multiple sources.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proven ability to learn new things and committed to continuous improvement.
• Able to prioritize and multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Self-directed and able to work collaboratively.
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree: Preferred fields include Engineering, Construction Management, English, Communications, or a related field (an asset).
• Relevant Certifications: Technical Writing, Proposal Management, or related field (an asset)
  
  

The wage range for this position will be discussed during the interview stage, taking into consideration candidate qualifications and experience.

Emil Anderson Group is an equal opportunity employer, in all aspects of employment, including recruiting, hiring, training, performance management, promotions, and benefits. We base such decisions solely on job-related qualifications, skills, and abilities without regard to race, nationality, ethnicity, color, gender, political affiliation, religion/belief system, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, age, diverse ability, or any other characteristic.

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