Proposal Specialist

Summary

Join Dudek as a Proposal Specialist III and lead the proposal process for diverse projects, collaborating with technical teams to develop winning strategies. You will write compelling content, manage schedules and compliance, and ensure timely delivery of proposals. This role requires strong communication and AEC industry knowledge. The position involves reviewing and editing content, conducting post-submission closeouts, and mentoring junior team members. You will work remotely and be part of a supportive, employee-owned company committed to sustainability. Compensation is $86,000-$95,000.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Journalism, English, related field, or relevant experience
• 6+ years’ experience in proposals and writing and developing marketing content for the AEC industry

Responsibilities

• Leading the proposal process for projects of varying sizes and complexity, writing content, developing and maintaining proposal schedules, outlines, and compliance matrices, and delivering completed proposals to clients before the specified deadline
• Reviewing and editing proposal content for clarity, consistency, and accuracy
• Evaluating content in proposals to satisfy RFP requirements and company brand standards
• Conducting post-submission close out of proposals
• Supporting client interview preparation by working with creative team to create figures/graphics to support proposal and presentation content
• Providing mentorship and guidance to junior team members
• Understanding Dudek services and capabilities to be a connector of information
• Collaborating virtually with teams across Dudek

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficiency with MS Office, Adobe Creative Suite, SharePoint, Deltek Vantagepoint, and online meeting tools
• Excellent proposal writing skills
• Ability to coordinate tasks and prioritize multiple proposals and deadlines concurrently
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and meet all deadlines
• Ability to work and communicate effectively with diverse internal staff and teaming partners to provide clear, concise directions
• Experience applying strategic thinking to proposal coordination