Proposal Coordinator

KPFF Inc.; Seattle, Northern (WA, KY); Hybrid; USD 39,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid sick time

Mental health time

In-office bike storage

In-building gym

Job summary

KPFF Consulting Engineers is seeking a Proposal Coordinator for our Seattle office to join a collaborative marketing team. You will support proposal development, from writing and editing to compiling qualifications, in a fast-paced environment.

This role emphasizes collaboration across offices, maintaining proposal databases, and ensuring materials meet RFP requirements. It is not a digital marketing or graphics-focused position.

Qualifications

• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe InDesign.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work as part of a team on concurrent, deadline-driven projects.
• Familiarity with Architectural/Engineering/Construction communities is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Developing proposals and qualifications, including technical writing, editing, and proofreading.
• Interpreting RFP requirements and researching background materials.
• Coordinating preparation and application of industry award pursuits.
• Liaising with marketing staff in our other offices.
• Maintaining our database of proposal pursuits and projects.
• Learning our project and client portfolio.

Skills

MS Office

Adobe InDesign

Communication

Teamwork

Job description

• Sub-Discipline: Marketing/Communications
• Discipline : Business Operations

Company Description

KPFF, a multi-office, multi-discipline engineering firm, is committed to Excellence, Trust, Relationships, Stability, and Passion. For over 65 years KPFF has been providing creative solutions and excellent client service for a diverse range of projects and industries. Our 1,500+ professionals in 36 offices nationwide thrive in a decentralized structure, offering abundant flexibility and numerous opportunities for professional growth. At KPFF, join a legacy of excellence where every team member has the opportunity to contribute to innovative solutions and meaningful projects. To learn more about us and the projects we work on, visit our website atwww.kpff.com .

Job Description

KPFF Seattle is looking for a Proposal Coordinator to join a fun, collaborative marketing team and support our proposal efforts in the downtown Seattle office. The successful candidate will support the development of proposals and marketing materials. It’s an ideal opportunity for someone eager to contribute to a collaborative and fast-paced environment.

As Proposal Coordinator, you will be an integral member of a team involved with:

• Developing proposals and qualifications, including technical writing, editing, and proofreading
• Interpreting RFP requirements and researching background materials
• Coordinating preparation and application of industry award pursuits
• Liaising with marketing staff in our other offices
• Maintaining our database of proposal pursuits and projects
• Learning our project and client portfolio.

Please note this is NOT a Digital Marketing or Graphics Design focused position

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe InDesign
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Ability to work as part of a team on concurrent, deadline-driven projects

Desired Qualifications

• Working knowledge of the Architectural/Engineering/Construction community in Seattle
• Exceptional skills in writing and editing proposals and related marketing documents
• Familiarity with benchmark proposal process (e.g., APMP/SMPS/Shipley Associates

Additional Information

Physical Demands:

• Duties are primarily conducted in a standard office setting, requiring prolonged periods of sitting at a desk or computer table.
• Occasionally may be required to lift objects weighing up to 15 lbs.
• Travelling to project sites and performing field observations which may involve walking, standing, kneeling, or navigating uneven terrain.

Compensation:

The expected range for a qualified candidate is $28.00 - $32.00 hourly.

Benefits provided by KPFF include:

• Paid sick and mental health time
• Use of in-office bike storage and lockers
• Use of in-building gym and locker rooms

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

KPFF Consulting Engineers participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

KPFF Consulting Engineers is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, ethnicity, national origin, religion, marital status, sex/gender (including sexual orientation or gender identity), pregnancy, veteran status, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, or any other protected basis.