Proposal Specialist II (Remote - Western Region)

Michael Baker International; United States; Remote; USD 86,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a Proposal Specialist II to drive the proposal development process in the Western Region. This role offers the opportunity to collaborate with technical leads and Capture Managers to create compelling proposals that align with best practices. The ideal candidate will combine creativity with strong organizational skills, contributing to strategic messaging and proposal content. With a focus on continuous improvement, this position promises professional growth in a supportive environment. Join a team dedicated to innovation and excellence in the civil engineering sector.

Benefits

Comprehensive health insurance

401k

HSA

FSA

Life and disability insurance

Generous paid time off

Wellness benefits

Opportunities for professional growth

Qualifications

• 6-8 years of experience in proposal development for government and private clients.
• Familiarity with the AEC industry and regional proposal requirements.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate kick-off meetings to define expectations and manage schedules.
• Lead strategy discussions and develop win themes for proposals.

Skills

Project Management

Writing Skills

Page Layout Skills

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving

Strategic Thinking

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

Proposal Specialist II (Remote - Western Region)

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Overview

Michael Baker International is seeking a Proposal Specialist II to collaborate with technical leads in preparing compelling proposals and presentations. The role involves partnering with Capture Managers to lead proposal development within the company's best practices framework. The ideal candidate combines creativity with organization, possessing project management, writing, and page layout skills. They should be adept at working with teams to craft strategic messages for pursuits, demonstrating leadership, collaboration, communication, problem-solving, and transparency. Strategic thinking and a drive for continuous improvement are essential.

Remote Work & Location

This position offers remote work in the Western Region, with a preference for MST or PST time zones.

Key Responsibilities

• Facilitate kick-off meetings to define expectations.
• Identify tasks, assign responsibilities, and manage proposal schedules.
• Lead strategy discussions and develop win themes.
• Coordinate proposal review meetings.
• Manage proposal documents and page layouts.
• Lead the development of visual and written proposal content; draft and edit narratives as needed.
• Communicate status updates with the proposal team.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business, Communications, Journalism, or related field.
• 6-8 years of experience in architectural and engineering proposal development for government and private clients.
• Familiarity with the AEC industry and regional proposal requirements.
• Experience with Adobe InDesign.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong project management and interpersonal communication skills.
• Attention to detail and big-picture thinking.
• Excellent organizational, decision-making, and time management skills.
• Exceptional writing and editing skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Deltek Vision proposal database software.

Compensation

The annual salary range is approximately $86,359 - $124,697, dependent on education, experience, skills, and location.

Benefits & Why Join Us

• Comprehensive health insurance, 401k, HSA, FSA, life and disability insurance.
• Opportunities for professional and personal growth.
• Generous paid time off and wellness benefits.

About Us

Michael Baker International, with over 80 years of experience, provides engineering and consulting services across infrastructure sectors nationwide. We are committed to innovation, integrity, and community impact, aiming to make a difference through our work.

Equal Opportunity Employment

We are an equal opportunity employer, maintaining a drug-free workplace and performing background checks. We encourage qualified applicants of all backgrounds to apply.

Additional Information

This role is classified as Mid-Senior level, full-time, in the civil engineering industry, with referral opportunities that can double your chances of interview success.