Proposal Specialist II (Remote - Western Region)

Michael Baker International; Santa Ana (CA); Remote; USD 86,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is on the lookout for a Proposal Specialist II to enhance their proposal development process. This role involves collaborating with technical leads and Capture Managers to create compelling proposals and presentations. The ideal candidate will be a creative thinker with excellent project management and writing skills, capable of leading strategy discussions and managing proposal documents. With a remote working arrangement available, this position offers a dynamic environment where you can push the boundaries of traditional proposal practices and contribute to innovative solutions in the AEC industry.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401k Retirement Plan

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Life, AD&D, short-term, and long-term disability

Professional and personal development

Generous paid time off

Commuter and wellness benefits

Qualifications

• 6-8 years of experience in preparing architectural and engineering proposals.
• Familiarity with the AEC industry and local proposal submission requirements.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate kick-off meetings and manage proposal schedules.
• Lead the development of visual and written content for proposals.

Skills

Project Management

Writing Skills

Page Layout Skills

Interpersonal Communication

Organizational Skills

Decision Making

Time Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Marketing

Bachelor's degree in Business

Bachelor's degree in Communications

Bachelor's degree in Journalism

Tools

Adobe InDesign

Microsoft Office Suite

Deltek Vision

Job description

What We're Looking For:

Michael Baker International is seeking a Proposal Specialist II to work collaboratively with technical leads to prepare winning proposals and presentations. The Proposal Specialist II will partner with Capture Managers to jointly lead the development of proposals and interviews within the company's best practices framework. The ideal candidate is equal parts creative and organized and possesses project management, writing, and page layout skills. He/she is skilled in working with a team to formulate a pursuit's strategic messages. The successful candidate will have leadership qualities and demonstrate a collaborative mindset, superior communication skills, problem solving ability, organizational skills, and transparency. They will be a strategic thinker and will push the status quo for continuous improvement.

A remote working arrangement is available in the Western Region; MST or PST time zones are preferred

What You'll Do:

• Facilitate kick off meetings that define expectations
• Identify tasks, assign responsibilities, and develop and manage adherence to the proposal schedule
• Facilitate strategy discussions and collaborate with team to develop strategy and win themes
• Schedule and facilitate proposal review meetings
• Develop page layout and manage proposal documents
• Lead the team in the development of visual and written content for proposals; draft and/or edit proposal narrative as necessary
• Communicate and coordinate status with the proposal team

What You Need to Succeed:

• Minimum qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business, Communications, Journalism, or equivalent combination of education and experience
  • 6-8 years of experience in the planning, preparation, and development of architectural and engineering proposals and qualifications packages for government and private clients
  • Familiarity with the AEC industry
  • Familiarity with regional and local proposal submission requirements
  • Experience with Adobe InDesign
  • Intermediate to expert skills with Microsoft Office Suite
  • Strong project management skills
  • Strong interpersonal communication skills
  • Ability to focus on details as well as on the big picture
  • Organizational conceptual thinking skills
  • Effective decision making skills
  • Time management skills; ability to manage, organize, and prioritize project assignments to meet competing deadlines
  • Exceptional writing, editing, and document organization skills
• Preferred qualifications
  • Experience with proposal database software Deltek Vision

Compensation:

The approximate compensation range for this position $86,359 - $124,697 per year. This compensation range is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Actual compensation is dependent upon factors such as education, qualifications, experience, skillset, and physical work location.

Why Choose Us:

• Medical, dental, vision insurance
• 401k Retirement Plan
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Life, AD&D, short-term, and long-term disability
• Professional and personal development
• Generous paid time off
• Commuter and wellness benefits

About us

Michael Baker International, a leading provider of engineering and consulting services, including design, planning, architectural, environmental, construction and program management, has been solving some of the world's most complex infrastructure challenges for more than 80 years with a legacy of expertise, experience, innovation and integrity.

Based in Pittsburgh and with nearly 100 offices nationwide, we partner with clients on everything from roads, bridges, tunnels, mass transit, and airports, to water treatment plants, arctic oil pipelines, environmental restoration and specialized overseas construction. We serve as a trusted adviser to the communities we serve, making them safer, more accessible, more sustainable and more prosperous.

We provide visionary leadership in facilitating transformational change for our clients. Our work delivers differentiating innovations and dedicated experts who challenge the status quo and share a world of diverse experience and an impassioned entrepreneurial spirit. We deliver quality of life.

We Make a Difference.

Michael Baker International is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Michael Baker International provides equal employment opportunity for all persons, in all facets of employment. Michael Baker International maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply for any open position for which they feel they are qualified and all will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status.

EEO is the Law. Applicants to and employees of Michael Baker International are protected under Federal law from discrimination.

*It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Michael Baker International is seeking a Proposal Specialist II to work collaboratively with technical leads to prepare winning proposals and presentations. The Proposal Specialist II will partner with Capture Managers to jointly lead the development of proposals and interviews within the company's best practices framework. The ideal candidate is equal parts creative and organized and possesses project management, writing, and page layout skills. He/she is skilled in working with a team to formulate a pursuit's strategic messages. The successful candidate will have leadership qualities and demonstrate a collaborative mindset, superior communication skills, problem solving ability, organizational skills, and transparency. They will be a strategic thinker and will push the status quo for continuous improvement.A remote working arrangement is available in the Western Region; MST or PST time zones are preferred