Proposal Manager - CONTRACT | Corporate Commercial Interiors Construction

MARANT Construction Limited; Toronto; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

MARANT Construction Limited is seeking a Proposal Manager to oversee proposal submissions for RFPs and RFQs. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of relevant experience, strong writing and organizational skills, and the ability to manage competing deadlines effectively. This contract role may transition to a permanent position based on performance and organizational needs, supporting a culture of diversity and inclusion.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in proposal writing/coordination, preferably in construction or related sectors.
• Strong writing, editing skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full proposal lifecycle from initial intake to submission.
• Write, edit, and format high-quality proposal content.
• Coordinate with internal teams to gather input and develop strategies.

Skills

Writing

Editing

Project Coordination

Time Management

Organizational Skills

Education

Post-secondary education in English, Communications, Marketing, or related discipline

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign preferred)

CRM platforms (Salesforce or similar)

Job description

MARANT Construction Limited

We are a leader in the commercial interior office construction industry for 26 years. With offices located in Toronto, Ottawa, and Kitchener-Waterloo, MARANT provides a full range of construction management and general contracting consulting services. Our reputation for quality spans all industry sectors and has been the underpinning of our success. We support diversity and inclusion and believe in building our team for the future.

Note: This is a contract position with an expected end date of December 2026. There is potential for this role to transition into a permanent position, based on organizational needs and performance.

Position Summary:

This is a dynamic role that requires strong writing, editing, and project coordination skills. The Proposal Manager is responsible for the end-to-end management and execution of proposal submissions in response to RFPs, RFQs, and other solicitation types. The successful candidate will be highly organized, detail-oriented, and proactive in managing tight deadlines and competing priorities. They will work closely with business development, project management, estimating, and executive teams to develop compelling, tailored proposals that effectively communicate MARANT’s strengths and win work.

Our ideal candidate has a proven track record in managing and writing proposals, ideally in the construction, architectural, or professional services sectors, and has a deep understanding of how to create persuasive, visually engaging submissions that align with client requirements and corporate brand standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the full proposal lifecycle from initial intake and strategy sessions through to final submission.
• Coordinate with internal teams including BD, estimating, project management, and leadership to gather input and develop response strategies.
• Write, edit, and format high-quality proposal content tailored to each opportunity, ensuring compliance with RFP/RFQ requirements.
• Develop and maintain proposal templates, boilerplate content, resumes, project profiles, and case studies.
• Create proposal schedules, assign tasks, and ensure adherence to deadlines.
• Oversee layout and graphic development
• Conduct quality control checks for grammar, formatting, and consistency before final submission.
• Support post-submission follow-ups including interview preparation materials and debriefs.
• Maintain and update content libraries, including CVs, project descriptions, and corporate information.
• Work within the company’s CRM system to track leads, opportunities, and proposal outcomes.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 5 years of experience in proposal writing/coordination, preferably in the construction, architecture, engineering, or real estate sectors.
• Exceptional writing and editing skills with a strong attention to detail.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills; able to prioritize and self-direct.
• Understanding of RFP processes and best practices for persuasive proposal writing.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign preferred).
• Experience with CRM platforms such as Salesforce or similar.
• Familiarity with public and private procurement processes.
• Post-secondary education in English, Communications, Marketing, or a related discipline is preferred.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 5 years of experience in proposal writing/coordination, preferably in the construction, architecture, engineering, or real estate sectors.
• Exceptional writing and editing skills with a strong attention to detail.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills; able to prioritize and self-direct.
• Understanding of RFP processes and best practices for persuasive proposal writing.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign preferred).
• Experience with CRM platforms such as Salesforce or similar.
• Familiarity with public and private procurement processes.
• Post-secondary education in English, Communications, Marketing, or a related discipline is preferred.

MARANT team members who excel are proactive, strategic, enthusiastic, and detail-oriented with strong time management skills. We support diversity and inclusion and believe in building our team for the future.