Senior Proposals Specialist

PCL; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 112,000 - 138,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee ownership opportunities

Annual discretionary bonuses

401(k) with company match

Medical, dental and vision benefits

Life, AD&D and disability insurance

Paid parental leave and family care

Job summary

PCL Construction, Inc. in Denver, Colorado seeks a Senior Proposals Specialist to lead proposal planning, strategy and execution for major infrastructure pursuits.

You will collaborate with internal partners, manage timelines, and ensure a high-quality, compliant response that resonates with clients. Bring 7 years in proposals or related roles, a strong foundation in project management and communication, and a mindset for leadership within a dynamic, employee-owned environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, journalism, or equivalent preferred.
• APMP practitioner certification, CPSM certification or equivalent is preferred.
• 7 years’ experience as a proposal coordinator or in a related role (communications, marketing, visual communications).
• Excellent project management, organizational, and time management skills to effectively establishing the priorities and scheduling of work tasks
• Outstanding attention to detail, good judgement, and able to problem-solve.
• Outstanding verbal, written, and visual communication skills. Ability to develop grammatically sound, customized, technical and written content.
• In-depth knowledge of proposal fundamentals and standard methodologies.
• Highly developed interpersonal skills with an ability to lead and collaborate with a diverse group sensitively, thoughtfully, and respectfully.
• Ability to establish, influence, and maintain relationships with decision makers and key partners.
• Strong intuition for business understanding industry practices and new developments in construction process, delivery models, contract types).

Responsibilities

• Owns the proposal planning process, including review of client requirements, development of proposal outline, and creation of timeline/assignments.
• Conducts client background research to identify questions, concerns, and potential risks and advises strategic visioning and proposal planning stage.
• Collaborates with internal client/partners to develop overall proposal strategy and applies it to the proposal in a manner that is compliant with the client requirements and consistent with district win strategy and/or corporate objectives/policies/goals.
• Coordinates and leads the proposal strategy and planning sessions in collaboration with internal partners. Schedules and chairs the proposal kick-off meeting at the beginning of the pursuit phase.
• Proactively tracks and maintains the communication including assignments for local & remote partners and the to ensure timelines are met.
• Collaborating with the proposal team in preparation of presentation and interviews with prospective clients.
• Participates and seeks involvement in outside professional organizations that support the proposal coordinator position.

Skills

Proposal planning

Project management

Communication

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Stakeholder management

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, journalism, or equivalent

Job description

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The future you want is within reach. Let’s build it together.

At PCL Construction, Inc., part of the PCL Family of Companies (PCL), we don’t just build projects—we build opportunities, careers and communities. We are 100% employee-owned, every employee has a stake in our success, and that shared commitment drives how we work, grow and lead in the construction industry.

We’re a team of builders who care deeply about what we create and who we build it with. That includes you. We are not only investing in what’s next in construction, we are investing in what’s next for your career.

As a Senior Proposals Specialist for PCL Construction, Inc. in Denver, Colorado, you’ll have the opportunity to support pursuits of innovative infrastructure projects that shape the future of your community.

Why Choose PCL?

Choose a career with rewards that matter. PCL’s total rewards are designed to support your growth, well-being and future success—because when you succeed, we all do.

Our offerings could include:

• Employee ownership opportunities that build long-term value
• Annual discretionary performance bonuses
• 401(k) with company match
• Industry-leading medical, dental and vision benefits
• Prescription drug coverage and telemedicine services
• Life, AD&D and disability insurance
• Paid parental leave and family care support
• HSA or FSA for healthcare, dependent care and transportation
• Mental health and wellness support, including Employee Assistance Programs
• Career growth pathways, leadership development and mentorship programs
• Access to world-class training through PCL’s College of Construction and professional development courses
• Ongoing opportunities to learn new skills, explore different roles and grow your career across sectors and regions

Here’s how a Senior Proposals Specialist for PCL Construction, Inc. within Civil West contributes to our team:

• Ensures proposals for clients identify differentiators while engaging the three levels of readership. Graphics are used for content improvement and enhancement which emphasizes the key messages.
• Evaluates the narrative for relevance, comprehension, and applicability. Identifies any new narrative requirements with the appropriate partners to create them. New proposal narratives are created as the need arises.
• Accurately proofs, edits, and rewords context to deliver a high-quality, compliant, error-free to meet the established timeline. Ensuring the content is written in a singular voice with messaging continuity throughout the document.
• Owns the proposal planning process, including review of client requirements, development of proposal outline, and creation of timeline/assignments.
• Conducts client background research to identify questions, concerns, and potential risks and advises strategic visioning and proposal planning stage.
• Collaborates with internal client/partners to develop overall proposal strategy and applies it to the proposal in a manner that is compliant with the client requirements and consistent with district win strategy and/or corporate objectives/policies/goals.
• Coordinates and leads the proposal strategy and planning sessions in collaboration with internal partners. Schedules and chairs the proposal kick-off meeting at the beginning of the pursuit phase.
• Proactively tracks and maintains the communication including assignments for local & remote partners and the to ensure timelines are met.
• Collaborating with the proposal team in preparation of presentation and interviews with prospective clients.
• Participates and seeks involvement in outside professional organizations that support the proposal coordinator position.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required. Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, journalism, or equivalent preferred.
• Association of Proposal Management Professionals (APMP) practitioner certification, Certified Professional Services Marketer (CPSM) certification or equivalent is preferred.
• 7 years’ experience as a proposal coordinator or in a related role (communications, marketing, visual communications).
• Excellent project management, organizational, and time management skills to effectively establishing the priorities and scheduling of work tasks
• Outstanding attention to detail, good judgement, and able to problem-solve.
• Outstanding verbal, written, and visual communication skills. Ability to develop grammatically sound, customized, technical and written content.
• In-depth knowledge of proposal fundamentals and standard methodologies.
• Highly developed interpersonal skills with an ability to lead and collaborate with a diverse group sensitively, thoughtfully, and respectfully.
• Ability to establish, influence, and maintain relationships with decision makers and key partners.
• Strong intuition for business understanding industry practices and new developments in construction process, delivery models, contract types).
  

The estimated salary range for this role is $112,370 - $138,000 per annum, based on your experience and qualifications. Final compensation will be confirmed as part of a personalized offer.

Your Work Has Purpose Here

PCL projects are where life happens, where communities connect, careers begin, and progress is made. Regardless of the type of project, we are building something bigger: a future that's inclusive, resilient and full of opportunity.

At PCL Construction, Inc., we are committed to creating a workplace where everyone belongs. We value the diverse experiences, identities and perspectives our employees bring. Employment decisions are based on merit, potential and the drive to make a difference, regardless of race, gender, age, ability or background.

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