Proposal Manager

The Hagerman Group

Fishers (IN)

On-site

USD 80,000 - 120,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Relocation Accommodations

Annual Incentive

Paid Holidays

Vacation Days of Paid Time-off

Affordable Medical, Prescription, and

Vision Insurance

401k Retirement Program (with company)

Summer Hours

Employee Assistance Program

Employer-paid Life and AD&D Insurance

Voluntary Employee-paid Life and AD&D

Continuing Education Opportunities

Support for Volunteer Work

Growth opportunities - Career Pathing

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Job summary

The Hagerman Group is seeking a strategic Proposal Manager to lead the pursuit process from kickoff to submission, shaping winning strategies and content across proposals, presentations, and marketing materials.

You will gather stories from across the company, write and edit content, translate technical information for clients, and coordinate teams to meet deadlines while upholding Hagerman’s brand standards.

Qualifications

Bachelor-level degree required or preferred in marketing, communications, journalism, English, or related field.
5+ years experience managing proposals, qualifications, presentations, and pursuit strategies.
Strong writing, editing, project management, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

Lead the pursuit process from kickoff to submission, guiding proposal strategy and content.
Coordinate teams and ensure deadlines are met with quality and consistency.
Write, edit, and refine proposals, case studies, brochures, and marketing materials.
Translate technical information into clear, client-focused messaging.
Support award submissions, project profiles, market overviews, and thought leadership content.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Exceptional writing

Organization & execution

Attention to detail

Curiosity & initiative

Education

Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Journalism, English, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Adobe Creative Suite

Content management tools

Job description

Since 1908 The Hagerman Family has built trust and earned confidence as leaders in diverse markets of the construction industry. We are a construction solution provider.

Location:

This position will be located at one of our Hagerman Offices (Fishers IN, Fort Wayne IN, or Louisville KY). This is not a remote position.

Job Summary:

Hagerman is looking for a strategic thinker, persuasive writer, and project orchestrator who thrives on turning opportunities into wins.

As our Proposal Manager, you'll lead the pursuit process from kickoff to submission, guiding proposal strategy, shaping compelling content, coordinating teams, and delivering high-quality proposals and presentations that help win work. You'll collaborate with leaders across the company to tell the Hagerman story, showcase our expertise, and position our teams for success.

What You'll Do:

Lead Winning Pursuits

Manage qualifications, proposals, and interview presentations from strategy through submission.
Develop win themes, response strategies, and compelling content that differentiates Hagerman.
Ensure deadlines are met while maintaining accuracy, quality, and consistency.
Guide pursuit teams through the proposal process and keep everyone focused on the end goal.

Shape the Hagerman Story

Gather project stories and success narratives from teams across the company.
Write, edit, and refine content for proposals, presentations, case studies, brochures, and marketing materials.
Translate technical information into clear, client-focused messaging.
Support award submissions, project profiles, market overviews, and thought leadership content.

Drive Quality & Brand Excellence

Lead design, layout, production, and final quality reviews.
Maintain and enhance marketing resources, project information, resumes, and proposal content libraries.
Ensure all materials align with Hagerman's brand standards and visual identity.
Coordinate project photography and other marketing assets that strengthen our story.

Build Relationships & Represent Hagerman

Collaborate with operations, business development, and leadership teams across the company.
Partner with clients, consultants, architects, engineers, and industry stakeholders.
Represent Hagerman at industry events, associations, and business development functions.
Serve as a trusted advisor throughout the pursuit process.

What We Need You to Bring

Strategic Thinking – You can see the big picture and develop winning approaches.
Exceptional Writing Skills – You know how to communicate complex ideas with clarity and impact.
Organization and Execution – You excel at managing multiple deadlines and moving projects forward.
Attention to Detail – You catch the details others miss and take pride in delivering polished work.
Curiosity and Initiative – You continuously look for ways to improve processes, content, and results.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in marketing, Communications, Journalism, English, or a related field preferred.
5 years experience managing proposals, qualifications, presentations, and pursuit strategies.
Strong writing, editing, project management, and communication skills.
Experience within the A/E/C industry and knowledge of the RFP/RFQ process preferred.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Suite, and content management tools.

What Success Looks Like:

Pursuits are organized, strategic, and consistently delivered on time.
Proposal and interview content clearly communicates Hagerman's value and strengths.
Teams trust you to lead the pursuit process and bring out the best in contributors.
Marketing content is accurate, compelling, and aligned with the Hagerman brand.
Your efforts contribute to stronger client relationships and increased win rates.

When you join Hagerman, you will help build the future, so it only makes sense that we invest in you. Hagerman’s complete benefits package for regular, full-time employees includes: