Senior Proposal Specialist - Federal Market (fully remote options)

Lensa; Sarasota (FL); Remote; USD 77,000 - 129,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the environmental and infrastructure sector is seeking a Senior Proposal Specialist for its Federal Market team. This role offers the flexibility of remote work and requires expertise in proposal development for federal contracts. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in marketing, excellent writing skills, and experience with AI tools. Join a dynamic team dedicated to winning multimillion-dollar government contracts and making a significant impact in the industry.

Qualifications

• 6 years of related experience required.
• Experience working with AI tools like ChatGPT and CoPilot strongly preferred.
• Experience developing proposals for US federal government clients strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Researching federal contract opportunities and competitors.
• Writing and editing complex content for federal proposals.
• Coordinating proposal teams that include management and technical staff.

Skills

Excellent command of grammar and spelling

Ability to organize

Ability to negotiate

Ability to drive proposal schedules

Ability to facilitate formal meetings

Education

Bachelor's degree

B.A. or B.S. in Communications

B.A. or B.S. in English

B.A. or B.S. in Business

B.A. or B.S. in Journalism

Tools

MS Office 365

SharePoint

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Senior Proposal Specialist - Federal Market (fully remote options)

Senior Proposal Specialist - Federal Market (fully remote options)

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41576BR

Requisition ID

41576BR

Business Unit

FSU

Job Description

CDM Smith is expanding the marketing team in our Federal Services Unit. We’re seeking to add a proven Senior Marketing Specialist with experience in proposals to win contracts for environmental remediation, infrastructure, and facility construction.

We are open to this position having: in the office, hybrid, or remote work location options in the domestic United States.

As a member of the CDM Smith team, you would participate in business development efforts encompassing multimillion-dollar U.S. government opportunities nationwide and overseas.

Responsibilities Include

• Researching federal contract opportunities, competitors, and potential team partners.
• Analyzing FedBizOpps synopses, requests for proposals, and other solicitation documents.
• Applying a theme-based approach to development proposals and presentations.
• Writing and editing complex content for federal proposals and presentations.
• Using AI tools to develop and refine content for proposals, graphics, and presentations.
• Coordinating proposal teams that include management, technical, financial, graphic design, and production staff.
• Traveling occasionally to locations nationwide for meetings and proposal efforts.
  
  

Job Title

Senior Proposal Specialist - Federal Market (fully remote options)

Group

OPS - Marketing/Bus Develpmt

Employment Type

Regular

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree.
• 6 years of related experience.
• Domestic and/or international travel may be required. The frequency of travel is contingent on specific duties, responsibilities, and the essential functions of the position, which may vary depending on workload and project demands.
• Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• B.A. or B.S. in Communications, English, Business, Journalism, or related degree.
• Prior experience working for an architectural or engineering firm, specifically within the federal government.
• Experience working with AI tools like ChatGPT and CoPilot strongly preferred.
• Proficient in MS Office 365 and SharePoint applications; advanced skills in MS Word and PowerPoint, including use of styles and templates.
• Experience developing proposals for US federal government clients strongly preferred.
• Experience with established business development models (e.g., Miller-Heiman, Shipley).
• Ability to coordinate projects by communicating with remote team members.
• Experience in editing/proofreading narrative written by other professionals.
• Demonstrated talent for managing multiple, simultaneous tasks under tight deadlines.
• Experience using Adobe Creative Suite.
  
  

EEO Statement

We attract the best people in the industry, supporting their efforts to learn and grow. We strive to create a challenging and progressive work environment. We provide career opportunities that span a variety of disciplines and geographic locations, with projects that our employees plan, design, build and operate as diverse as the needs of our clients. CDM Smith is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, pregnancy related conditions, childbirth and related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression), national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Why CDM Smith?:

Check out this video and find out why our team loves to work here! (https://www.cdmsmith.com/en/Video/Meet-CDM-Smith)

Join Us! CDM Smith – where amazing career journeys unfold.

Imagine a place committed to offering an unmatched employee experience. Where you work on projects that are meaningful to you. Where you play an active part in shaping your career journey. Where your co-workers are invested in you and your success. Where you are encouraged and supported to do your very best and given the tools and resources to do so. Where it’s a priority that the company takes good care of you and your family.

Our employees are the heart of our company. As an employer of choice, our goal is to provide a challenging, progressive and inclusive work environment which fosters personal leadership, career growth and development for every employee. We value passionate individuals who challenge the norm, deliver world-class solutions and bring diverse perspectives. Join our team, and together we will make a difference and change the world.

Job Site Location:

United States - Nationwide

Agency Disclaimer

All vendors must have a signed CDM Smith Placement Agreement from the CDM Smith Recruitment Center Manager to receive payment for your placement. Verbal or written commitments from any other member of the CDM Smith staff will not be considered binding terms. All unsolicited resumes sent to CDM Smith and any resume submitted to any employee outside of CDM Smith Recruiting Center Team (RCT) will be considered property of CDM Smith. CDM Smith will not be held liable to pay a placement fee.

Amount Of Travel Required

10%

Assignment Category

Fulltime-Regular

Visa Sponsorship Available

No - We will not support sponsorship, i.e. H-1B or TN Visas for this position

Skills And Abilities

• Excellent command of grammar and spelling.
• Ability to organize, negotiate, and drive proposal schedules.
• Ability to facilitate formal meetings.
  
  

Background Check And Drug Testing Information

CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries (hereafter collectively referred to as “CDM Smith”) reserves the right to require background checks including criminal, employment, education, licensure, etc. as well as credit and motor vehicle when applicable for certain positions. In addition, CDM Smith may conduct drug testing for designated positions. Background checks are conducted after an offer of employment has been made in the United States. The timing of when background checks will be conducted on candidates for positions outside the United States will vary based on country statutory law but in no case, will the background check precede an interview. CDM Smith will conduct interviews of qualified individuals prior to requesting a criminal background check, and no job application submitted prior to such interview shall inquire into an applicant's criminal history. If this position is subject to a background check for any convictions related to its responsibilities and requirements, employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history. Criminal history will not automatically disqualify a candidate. In addition, during employment individuals may be required by CDM Smith or a CDM Smith client to successfully complete additional background checks, including motor vehicle record as well as drug testing.

Pay Range Minimum

$77,667

Pay Range Maximum

$128,128

Additional Compensation

All bonuses at CDM Smith are discretionary and may or may not apply to this position.

Work Location Options:

Fully Remote or Hybrid Work Options may be considered for successful candidate.

Massachusetts Applicants

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.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

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• Industries

  IT Services and IT Consulting

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