Proposal Manager

Cordoba Corporation; Santa Ana (CA); Remote; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Proposal Manager to join their dynamic team. This role involves leading the proposal development process across various sectors, including energy and education. Candidates should possess excellent verbal and written communication skills, with a strong ability to manage multiple proposals simultaneously. The company offers a supportive work environment that fosters creativity and teamwork, ensuring that every team member contributes to the overall success of the organization. If you thrive in a fast-paced setting and are passionate about making a difference, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401k with Employer Match

Generous Vacation Accrual

Paid Holidays

Flexible Spending Accounts

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• 6+ years of relevant experience in proposal management.
• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Marketing, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Lead the proposal development process and ensure compliance with client requirements.
• Write, edit, and tailor non-technical proposal sections.

Skills

Verbal Communication

Written Communication

Proposal Development

Attention to Detail

Time Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Communications or Marketing

Tools

Microsoft Office

Adobe InDesign

Job description

Overview

Cordoba Corporation, a leading engineering firm with headquarters in Los Angeles, CA, is hiring a Proposal Manager to provide business development support across Cordoba’s four business sectors – energy, education/facilities, water, transportation. Members of the proposal team are self-starters who possess excellent verbal and written communication skills, creatively seek solutions for challenges, are team players ready to support one another, and have a vested interest in Cordoba’s success. You will work closely with our sectors by helping write, synthesize, organize, and curate sales messaging for business development activities and proposals.

Responsibilities

Lead the proposal development process, including:

• Analyze RFP documents to understand client requirements and ensure proposal compliance.
• Conduct kickoff meetings.
• Develop proposal outlines and schedules.
• Write, edit, and tailor non-technical proposal sections.
• Coordinate graphic design support.
• Coordinate proposal team activities.
• Facilitate color reviews.
• Lead and/or support the planning and development of presentations and interviews.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferably in Communications, Marketing, or another related field or demonstrated equivalency.
• 6+ years of relevant experience.
• Excellent written and verbal skills.
• Ability to manage concurrent proposals/assignments.
• Fluency in Microsoft Office and Adobe applications, particularly Word and InDesign.
• Attention to detail and ability to work within stringent deadlines.

Preferred:

• Proposal experience in engineering, architecture, environmental, and/or construction industries.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including proficiency in grammar, punctuation, spelling, and formatting.
• Discipline to work in a remote work environment.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and high-pressure dynamic environment.

Salary Range: $100,000 - $120,000

Location: California

Work Environment: Remote in California

Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

Our Company

Cordoba Corporation, Making a Difference

Cordoba Corporation is a leading civil engineering, construction management, program management, and planning firm. Our expertise spans diverse sectors, including education and facilities, transportation, water, and energy. Collaborating closely with our clients, we have successfully delivered complex and high-impact infrastructure projects across California.

National Recognition - Cordoba’s efforts have garnered national acclaim. Engineering News-Record (ENR) has consistently ranked us as a “top 100 construction management firm” and a “top 50 program management firm.” Additionally, ENR recognized Cordoba as a “top 100 design firm” in California in 2018. Our business model emphasizes efficiency, fostering a dynamic work environment. We approach projects with multifaceted strategies, ensuring successful outcomes.

Statewide Presence - With headquarters in Los Angeles, Cordoba maintains a strong statewide presence. Our offices extend to San Francisco, Sacramento, San Ramon, Chatsworth, Santa Ana, Ontario, and San Diego.

Enhancing Employee Well-Being

Benefits and Perks: We offer multiple medical and dental insurance plans, as well as vision insurance. Plans are subsidized for both employees and dependents with coverage effective the first month after hire. Additionally, Cordoba provides employees with paid AD&D and life insurance, a 401k with an industry leading employer match, generous vacation and sick leave accruals, 9 paid holidays, and other forms of paid time off. We also offer flexible spending accounts (FSA’s) including medical care reimbursement, dependent care reimbursement, and commuter benefit plans. Employees are also eligible for our employee assistance program and well-being benefits that include stress management, nutrition, and financial well-being.

Cordoba Corporation provides equal employment opportunities, promoting diversity and inclusion. We welcome applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics.

Harassment-Free Workplace: We strictly prohibit workplace harassment based on any factor, including race, gender, sexual orientation, or disability. Cordoba is committed to fostering a healthy and happy lifestyle for our employees, both within and beyond the workplace.

For inquiries or accommodations, please contact our HR Department at: [phone].

Join Cordoba Corporation and be part of shaping California’s future!

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