Proposal Writer - Must live in Western States

Rimkus Consulting Group; Colorado; On-site; USD 48,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Proposal Writer to join their dynamic team. This role offers the chance to engage with diverse projects and clients while honing your writing skills in a supportive environment. You'll be responsible for drafting proposals, collaborating with senior writers, and ensuring the quality of submissions. With a commitment to growth and inclusivity, this position provides a pathway for professional development and advancement. If you are detail-oriented and thrive in a fast-paced setting, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k) Matching

Opportunities for Advancement

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in professional or proposal writing.
• Bachelor’s degree in English, Business, or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare draft proposals using established templates.
• Assist senior staff with complex proposals and client communications.

Skills

Written Communication

Verbal Communication

Attention to Detail

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving

Self-Starting Work Ethic

Education

Bachelor’s degree in English

Bachelor’s degree in Business

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Proposal Generation Systems

Job description

Proposal Writer - Must live in Western States

Join Rimkus and unlock your potential with endless opportunities for growth, learning, and making a difference!

Rimkus (www.rimkus.com) is a worldwide leader in Engineering and Technical Consulting. Rimkus experts specialize in building envelope, engineering, forensic consulting, dispute resolution, construction management services, and solutions built for the environment.

NOW IS THE TIME to join this growing and stable company! We offer our full-time employees a competitive salary, bonus opportunities and a full benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life, disability, employer-matching 401(k), and opportunities for advancement!

Overview

The Proposal Writer is responsible for:

Preparing draft proposals using technical information provided by proposal requestors, established templates, and standard language for review and edit. Once the proposal has been approved, the proposal writer may send the PDF document to the client at the direction of the proposal requestor. The proposal writer will capture proposal data for use in statistics.

Essential Job Functions

• Prepare proposal drafts using established templates and standard language
• Send proposals to clients if directed by proposal requester
• Assist more senior proposal writing staff in the preparation of complex (non-standard) proposals.
• Field incoming calls to the Region and direct callers to appropriate staff for assistance
• Field emails or online project submissions and direct to appropriate staff (typically Practice Leaders).
• Assist Senior Proposal Writer with responses to Requests for Proposals and Requests for Qualifications.
• Inform the Proposal Team Manager when the actions of billable staff reveal a need for additional training or corrective action. Examples may include
  • Frequent demand for rushed proposal preparation
  • Repeatedly failing to provide sufficient information for proposal preparation
  • Repeatedly failing to follow the established proposal protocols
• Other duties as assigned

Required Education and Certifications

• Bachelor’s degree in English, Business, or a related field is preferred.
• 2+ years of experience in professional writing / 2 years of proposal writing preferred in an Architectural, Engineering, or Construction environment.

Required Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills and comfortability interacting with clients and diverse teams
• Keen attention to detail
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to work well under pressure
• Self-starting work ethic to sustain an effective remote work environment
• Demonstrated proficiency with:
  • Microsoft Word and Excel
  • Systems used by Rimkus related to proposal generation and tracking
  • Rimkus proposal preparation process

The Salary Range for this position is $ 48,400 - $72,600 and is dependent on education, experience, location and certifications/licensure.

Physical Demands, Overtime, and Travel Requirements

Work is performed primarily in an office setting. Employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, bend, crouch, hear, and talk (must be able to speak and communicate clearly with employees). Employee may lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Clear vision and depth perception are also necessary.

There will be some occasions where overtime (or working after normal business hours) will be required to meet the demands of the position.

Travel Not Applicable.

At Rimkus, we value a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees feel valued and respected. We are committed to creating a work environment that supports and celebrates the unique perspectives and experiences of all employees. If you share our commitment to diversity and inclusivity and are excited about joining a welcoming and supportive team, we encourage you to apply for our open positions.

Rimkus is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employee and will make all employment-related decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

THIS JOB DESCRIPTION IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE AND DOES NOT CONSTITUTE A CONTRACT FOR EMPLOYMENT OR A GUARANTEE OF CONTINUED EMPLOYMENT.

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