Senior Federal Proposals Strategist

Stantec Consulting International Ltd.; Calgary; On-site; CAD 84,000 - 122,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision plans

Wellness program

Group RRSP and stock purchase program

Job summary

Stantec is seeking a Senior Pursuit Specialist to lead complex RFP responses, coordinate cross-BOU pursuit activities, and partner with marketing and communications teams to craft compelling proposals for Canadian clients. The role reports to the Pursuit Team Manager and supports the Canada Federal Program Team’s growth objectives.

You will manage content, write persuasively, and drive win themes while coordinating with technical teams across geographies.

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading responses to complex and detailed RFPs.
• Excellent verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to integrate AI into daily workflows.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and direct all elements of complex RFP and pursuit efforts.
• Preposition for must-win strategic pursuits with win themes and capture planning.
• Facilitate Go/No-Go discussions and assess position to win opportunities.
• Lead proposal kickoff meetings and manage schedules and responsibilities.
• Coordinate content development for consistent messaging and compliance.
• Prepare final proposal review packages and incorporate feedback.
• Lead interview preparation and develop winning presentations.
• Develop high-impact proposals and pursuit communications.
• Support client development and account management efforts.
• Maintain internal systems for opportunity tracking and promotions.

Skills

RFP leadership

Proposal management

Cross-functional collaboration

Excellent writing

AI in workflows

Time management

Bilingualism

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business, Marketing, Communications, or related field

Equivalent combination of education and related experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Adobe InDesign

Acrobat

Web-based collaboration tools

Job description

Stantec is seeking a Senior Pursuit Specialist to lead complex RFP responses, coordinate cross-BOU pursuit activities, and partner with marketing and communications teams to craft compelling proposals for Canadian clients. The role reports to the Pursuit Team Manager and supports the Canada Federal Program Team’s growth objectives.

You will manage content, write persuasively, and drive win themes while coordinating with technical teams across geographies.