Proposal Manager

Anchor QEA; Irvine (CA); Remote; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a skilled Proposal Manager to lead the development of compelling marketing proposals and statements of qualification. This role offers the opportunity to work in a collaborative environment, focusing on enhancing proposal strategies and supporting business development efforts. With a strong emphasis on time management and organizational skills, the position allows for remote work flexibility. The company provides competitive pay and benefits, including health insurance and a 401k plan with employer match, making it an attractive opportunity for experienced professionals in the A/E/C industry.

Benefits

Health insurance

Paid holidays

Vacation

Sick leave

401k plan with employer match

Professional certification bonuses

Publication bonuses

Referral bonuses

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in A/E/C marketing or 12 years without a degree.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage the delivery of high-quality marketing proposals and SOQs.
• Collaborate with proposal teams to create winning strategies.

Skills

A/E/C industry marketing fundamentals

Time management

Organizational skills

MS Word

MS PowerPoint

SharePoint

Presentation skills

Business development

Company branding

QA/QC processes

Education

Bachelor’s degree in relevant field

12 years of relevant experience without a degree

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign)

Unanet CRM

Job description

Anchor QEA is seeking a full-time, experienced Proposal Manager in Daphne, AL, or Irvine, CA (or local to any Anchor QEA office nationwide). This position will focus on leading development and delivery of high-quality marketing proposals and statements of qualification (SOQs). This job does not offer relocation funds.

Responsibilities

1. Manage the delivery of high-quality marketing proposals and SOQs, including:

• Developing clear, concise, and compelling strategies and messaging for pursuits and interviews
• Preparing proposal outlines, concepts, and formats for maximum scoring
• Developing detailed proposal schedules and managing multiple deadlines
• Collaborating with proposal teams to create winning strategies and identify benefits
• Preparing proposal content such as resumes, company info, and project descriptions
• Improving proposal and production processes for efficiency and quality
• Leading marketing training sessions for technical staff
• Supporting business development efforts as needed
• Working during evenings and weekends to meet deadlines and support operations across time zones

Perform all job functions virtually with stable Wi-Fi.

Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of A/E/C industry marketing fundamentals, terminology, and delivery methods
• Excellent time management and organizational skills
• Advanced skills in MS Word, PowerPoint, and SharePoint
• Presentation skills for interview preparation
• Experience leading business development and marketing initiatives
• Understanding of company branding and QA/QC processes
• Desired: Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign), copyediting, database knowledge, Unanet CRM
• Must be team-oriented, flexible, reliable, and responsive
• Ability to work remotely and independently
• Education/Experience: Bachelor’s degree with 8 years or, without a degree, 12 years of relevant experience in A/E/C

What We Offer

A collaborative environment with competitive pay and benefits, including health insurance, paid holidays, vacation, sick leave, and a 401k plan with employer match. Additional bonuses may include billable time, spot, milestone, professional certification, publication, and referral bonuses.