Public Sector Proposal Manager

Willmeng Construction, Inc.; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee stock ownership plan

Discretionary annual bonus

401k with employer match

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Job summary

Willmeng Construction, Inc. is seeking a Public Sector Proposal Manager to lead and manage proposals across complex pursuits.

The role requires a self-starter with strong organizational skills, capable of handling multiple priorities and deadlines, and delivering clear written and verbal communication. You will work with executives, project managers, and technical teams to craft compelling win themes and ensure quality, compliance, and brand consistency throughout the proposal lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred; 4–7 years in A/E/C marketing.
• Experience in A/E/C industry marketing.
• Knowledge of RFP/proposal processes.
• Proficient in MS Office and Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator).
• CRM and basic business management experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end proposal process, including SOQs, proposals, and presentations.
• Develop proposal strategies aligned with growth objectives and client priorities.
• Partner with Project Executives, Project Managers, and technical teams to shape win themes and messaging.
• Oversee proposal content development, including resumes and project descriptions.
• Manage proposal databases and content libraries for accuracy and accessibility.
• Provide leadership throughout the proposal lifecycle, including kickoff meetings and milestones.
• Ensure proposals meet quality, compliance, and brand standards, including RFP requirements.
• Translate complex construction solutions into client-focused messaging.
• Manage Proposal Coordinator activities through the proposal process.

Skills

Proposal management

Marketing experience

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

InDesign

Photoshop

Illustrator

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Since 1977, Arizona-based commercial general contractor Willmeng Construction has been committed to staying true to building excellence and preserving the company’s high value to the clients we serve. Willmeng gives back to our community and has been recognized for a multitude of awards for project excellence and company culture including Contractor of the Year by AZRE Magazine, #1 General Contractor by Ranking Arizona, Best Workplace by Inc. Magazine, General Contractor of the Year by NAIOP, and Best Places to Work by Phoenix Business Journal.

Our strategic vision focuses on three fundamental aspects: supporting prelease transactions, maintaining our ability to competitively bid projects small and large, and fostering the “altruistic service” corporate culture established by recruiting highly talented individuals of great character.

The Role

The Public Sector Proposal Manager will lead and manage proposals and actively participate in the pursuit process. The ideal candidate is a self-starter with strong organizational skills, capable of managing multiple priorities and tasks independently, even in the face of shifting deadlines. They must demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills and maintain a strong commitment to excellence in all aspects of their work.

What you will accomplish

• Lead and manage the end-to-end proposal process, including strategy development, scheduling, content development, reviews, and final submission of statements of qualifications (SOQs), proposals, and presentations.
• Develop and execute proposal strategies that align with company growth objectives and client priorities, ensuring a compelling and differentiated response.
• Partner with Project Executives, Project Managers, and technical teams to shape win themes, messaging, and technical narratives for complex pursuits.
• Oversee the development, organization, and continuous improvement of proposal content, including resumes, project descriptions, and technical materials.
• Manage and maintain proposal databases and content libraries to ensure accuracy, consistency, and accessibility of marketing materials.
• Provide leadership and direction throughout the proposal lifecycle, facilitating kickoff meetings, review milestones, and production efforts.
• Ensure all proposals meet high standards for quality, compliance, and brand consistency, including final oversight of editing, formatting, and RFP requirements.
• Translate complex technical solutions, construction approaches, and project strategies into clear, client-focused messaging.
• Manage Proposal Coordinator(s) activities through proposal process.
  

What we would like you to have

• Bachelor’s degree preferred, with 4–7 years of relevant experience; without a degree, 5+ years of A/E/C industry marketing experience required.
• Proven experience in a marketing role within the Architecture/Engineering/Construction (A/E/C) industry.
• Strong understanding of A/E/C terminology, deliverables, and processes.
• In-depth knowledge of the RFP and proposal development process.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Creative Suite, including InDesign (Photoshop and Illustrator a plus).
• Experience with a CRM and basic business management skills preferred.

You’re inspired by our values

• Altruistic - Our foundation is built upon the authentic, selfless concern we share for the success and wellbeing of others.
• Fair 360 - We illuminate with kindness by seeking to understand before being understood and by caring more than may seem reasonable so we can achieve genuine success for all.
• Strategic - The blueprint that guides the creation of a genuine place of purpose expresses the clarity of our vision, the rigor of our thought and the character of our word.
• Sincere - We present no facades, only genuine elevations of truth, trust, and wholehearted loyalty to the employees we mentor, the clients we serve and the communities we call home.
• Nimble - Our structural integrity is ensured through the balance of resourcefulness, responsiveness, and adaptability and strengthened by being well-rounded in the market to serve at the highest levels.

Compensation

Alongside cash, our total compensation package includes comprehensive benefits and 100% employee ownership. From wellness to work life, our benefits support our employees' total wellbeing.

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• Discretionary annual bonus
  
• 401k with employer match
• Employee medical, dental, and vision insurance 100% covered, with options to add dependents at 50% coverage by Willmeng
• Flexible Time Off Policy
• 9 paid company holidays
• 3 consecutive weeks of parental bonding leave, with an additional 3-5 weeks of disability leave for delivery recovery
• Spacious break rooms with healthy meals & snacks provided at no additional cost

Willmeng places nothing more important to the organizational health of the company than its overall focus on culture. By bringing different personalities together and embracing their individual contributions, the culture is rich, strong and uniquely different. With a true family feel and the opportunity to participate in building a genuine place of purpose for clients and employees, Willmeng has the distinct advantage of something exceptional and special in the culture.