Proposal Manager - Utility Programs

DNV; Oakland (CA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO

Medical, dental, vision plans

Flexible spending accounts (FSA)

Hybrid schedule

401(k) with company match

Education reimbursement

Job summary

DNV is seeking a Proposal Manager – Utility Programs in North America to coordinate proposal deliverables, draft content, coordinate SMEs, and deliver on-time responses compliant with RFPs and DNV standards. The role supports hybrid work across multiple U.S. locations.

The candidate will craft proposal content, manage schedules, and develop graphics for presentations, while providing marketing support and ensuring quality edits. 4+ years in proposals is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (B.A.) in English, Writing, Journalism, Marketing, or a related field.
• Four or more years of experience developing and managing proposals.
• Advanced skills with MS Office (Word, PowerPoint) and proficiency with MS Excel, Teams, and SharePoint; intermediate expertise with Adobe products (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, Acrobat Pro).
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-performance, collaborative environment and take ownership of solving problems.
• Commitment to operational excellence and internal customer service.
• Successful completion of pre-employment background and drug screening.
• Strong written and verbal English communication skills and experience with technical editing using style guides (Chicago, AP).

Responsibilities

• Manage the proposal process from RFP receipt to submission, including developing proposal templates, drafting schedules, and ensuring all changes are incorporated.
• Develop proposal content from interviews and materials, assemble qualification documents, edit for style and clarity, and prepare final deliverables using Adobe Acrobat.
• Create proposal designs and graphics in Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, and PowerPoint, and develop content for bid interview presentations.
• Provide ad-hoc marketing support to the business development team.
• Track current and pending bids and manage all core materials in SharePoint.
• Identify process and content improvements and train new bid team members.

Skills

Proposal development

Communication

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree (B.A.) in English, Writing, Journalism, Marketing, or related field

Tools

MS Office

Word

PowerPoint

Excel

Teams

SharePoint

InDesign

Illustrator

Photoshop

Acrobat Pro

Job description

About Us

We are the independent expert in assurance and risk management. Driven by our purpose to safeguard life, property, and the environment, we empower our customers and their stakeholders with facts and reliable insights so that critical decisions can be made with confidence.

About Energy Systems

We help customers navigate the complex transition to a decarbonized and more sustainable energy future. We assure that energy systems work safely and effectively, using increasingly digital solutions, and support industries and governments in navigating global and regional transitions in the energy sector.

About the Role

The Proposal Manager – Utility Programs for DNV Energy Services North America will collaborate with a team to manage proposal deliverables and timelines, write proposal sections, coordinate with subject‑matter experts, facilitate kickoff and review meetings, develop graphics and presentations, and deliver a finished proposal product on time and in compliance with RFP and DNV requirements.

Position can be located in Columbus, OH; Oak Brook, IL; Oakland, CA; Phoenix, AZ; and Medford, MA, offering a hybrid schedule with roughly three days per week on site or at a DNV office.

What You’ll Do

• Manage the proposal process from RFP receipt to submission, including developing proposal templates, drafting schedules, and ensuring all changes are incorporated.
• Develop proposal content from interviews and materials, assemble qualification documents, edit for style and clarity, and prepare final deliverables using Adobe Acrobat.
• Create proposal designs and graphics in Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, and PowerPoint, and develop content for bid interview presentations.
• Provide ad‑hoc marketing support to the business development team.
• Track current and pending bids and manage all core materials in SharePoint.
• Identify process and content improvements and train new bid team members.

What We Offer

• Generous paid time off (vacation, sick days, company holidays, personal days)
• Multiple medical, dental, and vision benefit plans
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA, dependent care, commuter benefits, HSA)
• Virtual care services through Talkspace
• 401(k) with company match
• Life insurance and short‑term and long‑term disability benefits
• Education reimbursement program
• Hybrid work schedule
• Charitable matched giving and volunteer rewards through our Impact Program
• Volunteer time off (VTO) paid by the company
• Career advancement opportunities
• Benefits vary by position, tenure, location, and employee election.

Compensation

For California, Washington, New York, Washington, D.C., Illinois, and Maryland, compensation ranges from $90,000 to $115,000, adjusted for skill level, experience, and location.

About You

What Is Required

• Bachelor’s degree (B.A.) in English, Writing, Journalism, Marketing, or a related field.
• Four (4) or more years of experience developing and managing proposals.
• Advanced skills with MS Office (Word, PowerPoint) and proficiency with MS Excel, Teams, and SharePoint; intermediate expertise with Adobe products (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, Acrobat Pro).
• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, high‑performance, collaborative environment and take ownership of solving problems.
• Commitment to operational excellence and internal customer service.
• Successful completion of pre‑employment background and drug screening.
• Strong written and verbal English communication skills and experience with technical editing using style guides (Chicago, AP).

What Is Preferred

• Experience with government, utility, energy efficiency and/or renewable energy projects.
• Experience utilizing AI to accelerate proposal development.
• Demonstrated project management experience; APMP or PMP certification preferred.
• Immigration‑related employment benefits, such as visa sponsorship, are not available for this position.

Equal Employment Opportunity

DNV is an equal opportunity employer committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, or business need, without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. DNV provides reasonable accommodations to individuals with a disability. US applicants with a physical or mental disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process may contact the North America Recruitment Department ([e-mail]).