Infrastructure & Capital Projects – Pursuit Manager – Management, ANS

Accenture; Seattle (WA); Remote; USD 80,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Pursuit Manager to lead proposal management in the Infrastructure & Capital Projects sector. In this dynamic role, you'll oversee the creation of high-quality marketing materials, manage proposal schedules, and contribute to strategic business initiatives. Your expertise will drive the firm's success in securing project awards while collaborating with a talented team. This position offers the flexibility of remote work, balanced with opportunities for in-person collaboration. Join a forward-thinking company that values innovation and teamwork, and make a significant impact in the industry.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in architecture/engineering/construction with proposal management experience.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite for document creation and presentations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee creation of qualification materials and marketing assets while meeting deadlines.
• Facilitate proposal activities, ensuring organized execution and collaboration.

Skills

Proposal Management

Document Creation

Data Management

Conflict Resolution

Leadership Skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Relevant Professional Experience

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

SharePoint

Microsoft Teams

InDesign

Salesforce

Job description

Infrastructure & Capital Projects – Pursuit Manager – Management, ANS

Management - Management OH | Full-Time

Job No. 010653ca-09c5-4263-94e9-dfb498425151 | Seattle, WA

WHO WE ARE:

We are Industry X, Infrastructure & Capital Projects. We are reinventing how capital projects are planned, designed, managed and executed. We help our clients efficiently and sustainably build and upgrade the factories, plants, networks, grids, transport and public infrastructure we need to live and work. Local knowledge backed by global capabilities and experience. That’s how we deliver better outcomes for our clients.

THE WORK:

• You’ll oversee the creation and refinement of qualification materials, including resumes, project descriptions, brochures, proposals, presentations, and other marketing assets, while maintaining adherence to brand guidelines, quality standards, and the company's pursuit processes.
• You’ll facilitate proposal-related activities, including reviewing RFP/RFQ documentation, summarizing tasks, and planning production schedules to ensure organized and efficient execution.
• You’ll develop and manage proposal review schedules in collaboration with technical team leadership and supervisors, ensuring all materials are completed, reviewed, and submitted on time.
• You’ll participate in the go/no-go evaluation process by assessing available resources, outlining pursuit schedules, and collaborating with supervisors and team members to inform decisions.
• You’ll assist in crafting competitive analyses and developing winning strategies to enhance the firm’s likelihood of project awards.
• You’ll contribute to pre-proposal efforts, including targeted marketing campaigns, strategic advertising or social media initiatives, public relations efforts, and collateral development to support business activities.
• You’ll consistently meet or exceed deadlines while supporting industry-leading hit rates.
• You’ll identify and recommend enhancements to departmental processes and efficiencies; collaborate with supervisors and colleagues to strategize and implement improvements.
• You may perform additional duties and tasks as assigned to support the team and firm objectives.
• Remote: This role allows for remote work for the majority of your work hours. With all our roles, there is some in-person time for collaboration, learning and building relationships with clients, peers, leaders and communities. As an employer, we will be as flexible as possible to support your specific work/life needs.

Salary: $80,000 - $105,000 a year. Compensation at Accenture varies depending on a wide array of factors, which may include but are not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set, and level of experience.

HERE’S WHAT YOU’LL NEED:

• Bachelor’s degree or relevant professional experience may be substituted.
• Minimum five (5) years within the architecture/engineering/construction (AEC) or similar industry, with a proven track record in proposal or pursuit management.
• Minimum five (5) years’ experience in Microsoft Office Suite with advanced proficiency in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint for document creation, data management, and presentations.
• Minimum two (2) years’ experience with collaboration tools like SharePoint, Microsoft Teams, or other project collaboration platforms.
• Minimum two (2) years’ experience in technical skills for creating proposals, marketing collateral, and other pursuit-related materials.

BONUS POINTS IF YOU HAVE:

• Experience with InDesign is highly preferred, with additional familiarity in Photoshop and Illustrator.
• Familiarity with CRM systems or proposal management tools (e.g., Salesforce, Deltek, Cosential).
• Ability to quickly analyze and distill complex information into clear, concise, and compelling written and visual materials.
• Experience with or openness to change management practices, driving improvements in processes, workflows, and team collaboration.
• Leadership potential or previous leadership experience is a plus, particularly in guiding team members through deadlines and project challenges.
• Conflict resolution skills, with supervisor support as needed, to address challenges and ensure successful task completion.

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