Senior Proposals Lead for Pursuits

SMPS Kansas City; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

GBA is seeking a Senior Marketing Specialist – Pursuits to lead the development of proposals, qualifications packages, and other pursuit materials from start to finish. You will manage multiple, complex submissions and ensure alignment with client requirements and deadlines.

You will translate technical information into compelling, client-focused content, review RFPs/RFQs, and partner with market leaders, business development, and technical teams to craft winning strategies.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of proposal development and pursuit management experience.
• Proven ability to translate technical content into client-focused proposals.
• Experience writing and coordinating responses to RFPs/RFIs.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with attention to detail.
• Experience in AEC or professional services preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate development of proposals and pursuit materials from start to finish.
• Review RFPS/RFQs and ensure responses address requirements and deadlines.
• Write, edit, and develop compelling client-focused content.
• Partner with market leaders, BD, and technical teams to develop pursuit strategies.
• Manage multiple complex proposals simultaneously and handle changing priorities.
• Produce professional proposal materials using Adobe InDesign.
• Collaborate across markets to build relationships and share best practices.
• Apply feedback to improve proposal quality and content libraries.
• Identify opportunities to improve proposal processes and content libraries.

Skills

Proposal development

Pursuit management

Content writing

Editing

Client-focused storytelling

Cross-functional collaboration

Time management

Public speaking / presentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in marketing, communications, journalism, or related field, or equivalent experience

Tools

Adobe Creative Cloud

InDesign

Photoshop

Illustrator

Microsoft Office

Word

PowerPoint

Excel

Job description

GBA is seeking a Senior Marketing Specialist – Pursuits to lead the development of proposals, qualifications packages, and other pursuit materials from start to finish. You will manage multiple, complex submissions and ensure alignment with client requirements and deadlines.

You will translate technical information into compelling, client-focused content, review RFPs/RFQs, and partner with market leaders, business development, and technical teams to craft winning strategies.