Proposal Editor

Webuild; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

RRSP matching up to 4%

Benefits from day one

Vacation 3–5 weeks

Training & development

GoodLife Fitness discount

Job summary

Webuild in Canada seeks an experienced Proposal Editor to support the development and finalization of RFQs, RFPs and competitive submissions for major civil engineering and infrastructure opportunities.

You will consolidate material from engineers, project leaders and corporate teams into a single persuasive voice, ensuring clarity, grammar and adherence to client requirements. Some travel within Canada may be required.

Qualifications

• Five or more years of professional editing, proposal development or technical communications experience.
• Experience in civil engineering, construction, infrastructure, architecture or professional services preferred.
• Excellent command of written English, including grammar, structure and professional business writing.
• Strong proofreading skills and exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to edit material from multiple contributors into one clear and consistent voice.
• Familiarity with RFQ, RFP and public-sector procurement processes.
• Ability to prioritize work and meet strict, overlapping deadlines.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Word, including styles, formatting and tracked changes.
• Experience with Adobe Acrobat, SharePoint and proposal management platforms is an asset.
• French-language proficiency is an asset but not mandatory.
• Willingness to travel on a needed basis (within Canada)

Responsibilities

• Edit RFQs, RFPs, expressions of interest, prequalification documents and corporate submissions.
• Review content for clarity, grammar, structure, tone, consistency and readability.
• Ensure responses comply with evaluation criteria, page limits, submission instructions and mandatory requirements.
• Maintain compliance matrices and confirm that all client questions and requirements have been addressed.
• Integrate content from engineering, construction, commercial, QHSE, communications and stakeholder engagement teams.
• Ensure terminology, project information, statistics, resumes and corporate messaging remain consistent throughout each submission.
• Strengthen proposal narratives, key messages, win themes and executive summaries.
• Identify unclear, incomplete or unsupported statements and work with contributors to resolve them.
• Edit technical material so it is understandable to contracting authorities, regulators, partners and non-technical stakeholders.
• Coordinate final reviews, version control, proofreading and document readiness before submission.
• Work with graphic design and document production resources to align written and visual content.
• Maintain editorial standards, style guides, templates and reusable proposal content.
• Support lessons learned reviews and improvements to the proposal development process.
• Some travel may be required based on operational needs.

Skills

Editing

Proposal development

Technical writing

Proofreading

Content coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in English/communications/journalism/marketing or related

Tools

Microsoft Word

Adobe Acrobat

SharePoint

Proposal management platforms

Job description

Webuild is an international construction company of civil engineering pioneers who have been at the forefront of the construction business for 120 years. With over 92,000 employees worldwide representing more than 125 nationalities, we are a global player with Italian roots, specializing in complex infrastructure - innovative and sustainable works that improve lives. Over the past century, we’ve built some of the world's most iconic infrastructure projects.

At Webuild, our DNA is rooted in Excellence, Integrity, Respect, Trust, and Sustainable Innovation. Guided by these values, our mission is to protect the planet, care for our people, inspire progress, share prosperity, and spark partnerships. Together, we’re building a better future - responsibly, inclusively, and with purpose.

Position Summary

Reporting to the Proposal Manager, the Proposal Editor will support the development and finalization of RFQs, RFPs and other competitive submissions for major civil engineering and infrastructure opportunities.

The Proposal Editor will ensure that submissions are clear, persuasive, consistent and compliant with client requirements. Working with proposal managers, technical writers, engineers, project leaders and corporate teams, the successful candidate will bring material from multiple contributors into one consistent voice.

Key Responsibilities

• Edit RFQs, RFPs, expressions of interest, prequalification documents and corporate submissions.
• Review content for clarity, grammar, structure, tone, consistency and readability.
• Ensure responses comply with evaluation criteria, page limits, submission instructions and mandatory requirements.
• Maintain compliance matrices and confirm that all client questions and requirements have been addressed.
• Integrate content from engineering, construction, commercial, QHSE, communications and stakeholder engagement teams.
• Ensure terminology, project information, statistics, resumes and corporate messaging remain consistent throughout each submission.
• Strengthen proposal narratives, key messages, win themes and executive summaries.
• Identify unclear, incomplete or unsupported statements and work with contributors to resolve them.
• Edit technical material so it is understandable to contracting authorities, regulators, partners and non-technical stakeholders.
• Coordinate final reviews, version control, proofreading and document readiness before submission.
• Work with graphic design and document production resources to align written and visual content.
• Maintain editorial standards, style guides, templates and reusable proposal content.
• Support lessons learned reviews and improvements to the proposal development process.
• Some travel may be required based on operational needs.

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor's degree in English, communications, journalism, marketing or a related discipline.
• Five or more years of professional editing, proposal development or technical communications experience.
• Experience in civil engineering, construction, infrastructure, architecture or professional services is preferred.
• Excellent command of written English, including grammar, structure and professional business writing.
• Strong proofreading skills and exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to edit material from multiple contributors into one clear and consistent voice.
• Familiarity with RFQ, RFP and public-sector procurement processes.
• Ability to prioritize work and meet strict, often overlapping deadlines.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Word, including styles, formatting and tracked changes.
• Experience with Adobe Acrobat, SharePoint and proposal management platforms is an asset.
• French-language proficiency is an asset but not mandatory.
• Willingness to travel on a needed basis (within Canada)

Expected Compensation

Successful candidates chosen for this position can expect to earn between $80,000.00 CAD - $120,000.00 CAD. The exact salary you will earn within this range is dependent on the specific project to which you will be assigned to.

Why Choose Webuild?

• Competitive compensation & retirement savings – We offer a strong compensation package with an RRSP matching program (currently up to 4% for permanent employees).
• Iconic projects – Be part of major linear infrastructure projects that shape Canada’s future.
• Day-one coverage – Comprehensive group benefits start on your first day (for permanent roles working 20+ hours per week).
• Wellbeing support – Access to our Employee and Family Assistance Program whenever you need it.
• Work-life balance – We actively encourage a healthy balance between work and personal life.
• Time to recharge – Vacation entitlement: 3–5 weeks annually, based on experience and in accordance with company policy and applicable employment standards.
• Grow with us – Tailored training and development opportunities to advance your career.
• Extra perks – Enjoy discounts like 20% off at GoodLife Fitness (currently available to Ontario employees through our group benefits provider, subject to change).

At Webuild, we believe diverse perspectives drive innovation, strengthen teams, and lead to better outcomes. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, including but not limited to women, visible minorities, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, and members of the LGBTQ2S+ community. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please let us know.