AEC Proposal Manager

Summit Strategy; United States; Remote; USD 65,000 - 106,000; Part time

Job summary

Summit Strategy, a leading marketing and proposal consulting firm, seeks a freelance AEC proposal manager. This remote position involves managing proposals for various clients, requiring strong technical writing and communication skills. Ideal candidates will have over 5 years of experience in proposal management, especially within the architecture, engineering, and construction sectors. Join a collaborative team dedicated to delivering high-quality proposals that drive client success.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in a proposal coordinator, specialist, manager, or similar role.
• Experience managing proposals for architecture, engineering, + construction (AEC) firms.
• Ability to translate highly technical information into clear, accessible content.

Responsibilities

• Acts as the central point of contact on assigned proposals, leading the proposal team.
• Analyzes RFQs, RFPs, and RFIs to create proposal outlines and development plans.
• Writes proposal content, including management and staffing sections, resumes, project summaries.

Skills

Proposal Management

Technical Writing

Communication

Critical Thinking

Team Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business, communications, technical writing, English, or a related field

Tools

Office 365

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Summit Strategy is a leading integrated marketing + proposal consulting firm committed to igniting clients' growth and empowering them through strategic planning, proposal support, elevated branding + marketing, and best practices training so they can conquer new heights and win more business.

Deeply ingrained in everything we do is a dedication to redefining the possibilities for professional service firms. We have a vested interest in helping our clients’ overcome obstacles and scale intentionally, fueling success with an approach grounded in collaboration, challenging the status quo, and delivering on our promises.

Freelance/1099 Consultant Working Environment Considerations

• This is a 1099 contract position on an as-needed basis. This is not a full-time position.
• 100% freelance/1099 contract position – hours are not guaranteed, and candidates must be able to quickly flex hours up/down consistent with client needs.
• 100% remote position/work from home – all work can be performed remotely from anywhere in the U.S.

Job Overview

This is a 1099 contract position on an as-needed basis. This is not a full-time position.

We are looking to add a freelance AEC proposal manager to join our growing roster of talented consultants. As part of our consulting team, the proposal manager will be responsible for supporting and/or managing state, local, municipal, and/or federal proposals for a variety of clients, from capture planning to contract signature. The proposal specialist will work closely with our pursuit strategists, writers, editors, designers, and our clients' internal subject matter experts, marketing, sales, and pursuit teams.

Responsibilities:

• Acts as the central point of contact on assigned proposals, and leads the proposal team.
• Analyzes RFQs, RFPs, and RFIs to create proposal outlines and development plans.
• Directs proposal kickoffs and prepares detailed proposal plans, schedules, outlines, and compliance matrices for all phases of proposal development.
• Crafts win themes, value propositions, and differentiated solutions.
• Writes proposal content, including management and staffing sections, resumes, project summaries, executive summaries, cover letters, and more.
• Synthesizes raw content from various sources into a cohesive and comprehensive package.
• Works closely with subject matter experts to translate technical jargon and ensure value propositions are communicated throughout the document.
• Writes persuasively, edits for one voice, and understands the business's value proposition.
• Captures and drives action items from meetings with proposal team members and capture teams.
• Provides writing guidance to authors to ensure proposals are clear and concise.
• Strong aptitude for improving organization, flow, readability, completeness, and clarity of technically-intensive proposals.
• Facilitates multi-disciplined groups in brainstorming and developing solutions to key aspects of the proposal.
• Solicits management reviews and approvals during proposal development.
• Monitors proposal content to ensure compliance with RFP requirements, evaluation criteria, and technical requirements.
• Maintains, augments, and improves libraries of reusable components, templates, and processes to reduce response time and improve quality on future proposals.

Required Skills:

• 5+ years in a proposal coordinator, specialist, manager, or similar role
• 5+ years managing proposals in both federal and SLED (state, local, education) markets
• Experience managing proposals for architecture, engineering, + construction (AEC) firms
• Experience managing proposals for critical infrastructure industries (e.g., power, transportation, water, environmental)
• Ability to translate highly technical information into clear, accessible content for diverse audiences
• Proven experience writing persuasive content for proposals and other sales materials
• Bachelor’s degree in business, communications, technical writing, English, or a related field

Preferred Skills:

• APMP certification preferred.
• An active subscription to Office 365 platform preferred.
• An active subscription to Adobe Creative Suite preferred.

Additionally, we're looking for someone who:

• Is a team player.
• Is a critical thinker and self-starter who can autonomously problem solve.
• Communicates clearly and effectively.
• Is dedicated to meeting project deadlines.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Has served as a 1099/consultant/contractor prior.

If your experience aligns, please respond with your portfolio, resume, and cover letter outlining your experience.

Learn more about Summit Strategy at summitstrategywins.com.

Summit Strategy is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals and in which people processes are merit-based and applied without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, military service status, citizenship, or other protected characteristics.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Job function

  Other

• Industries

  Business Consulting and Services

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