Engineering (A/E/C) Proposal Coordinator

Engineering (A/E/C) Proposal Coordinator

The ideal candidate is equal parts creative and organized and possesses project management, writing, and page layout skills. He/she is skilled in working with a team to formulate a pursuit’s strategic messages. A successful Engineering Proposal Coordinator has leadership qualities and demonstrates a collaborative mindset, superior communication skills, problem solving ability, organizational skills, and transparency. He/she is a strategic thinker and pushes the status quo for continuous improvement.

Location Note: While Hanson is primarily seeking a candidate to fill this role at our Austin or Corpus Christi, Texas offices, we may be open to exploring a remote work option for the right, highly qualified candidate. Qualified applicants from across the continental United States are encouraged to apply.

The successful candidate will manage Infrastructure market proposal development efforts in the engineering (MEP, Structural, etc.) field with responsibilities including but not limited to:

• Proposal Management: Facilitate proposal and/or prequalification kick-off meetings, define expectations, assign responsibilities, and manage adherence to proposal schedules; Lead the team in developing visual and written content for proposals; Draft/edit proposal narrative, ensure adherence to brand standards, and organize proposals clearly and concisely; Schedule and facilitate proposal review meetings.
• Content Development and Maintenance: Develop, update, and maintain market-specific content, including project information and staff experience, using internal programs including, but not limited to, Adobe Design Suite, CRM and digital asset databases, and others as required.
• Opportunity Management: Assist in developing and managing the opportunity pipeline; Qualify potential opportunities to align with organizational goals.
• Post-Proposal Analysis: Participate in post-proposal debriefs to analyze strengths, weaknesses, and areas for improvement.
• Client-Focused Presentations: Assist in developing dynamic and client-focused interview presentations.
• Vendor and Client Prequalification: Track and maintain government vendor and client prequalification schedules and processes for engineering services.
• Strategy Development and Collaboration: Facilitate team discussions to develop winning strategies at both project and market levels; Participate in market-focused activities to support business development functions.

Professional Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in marketing, business, communications, journalism, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in the planning, preparation, and development of proposals in the A/E/C industry and qualifications packages for local, regional, national, and agency government clients, and as needed for other markets.
• Ability to understand and adhere to RFQ/RFP submission requirements and deadlines.
• Experience with Adobe programs including InDesign and Adobe Acrobat Pro.
• Intermediate to expert skills in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Familiarity with proposal database software. AEC360 is preferred but not required.

Preferred Interpersonal Skills:

• Excellent written and spoken communication skills to convey ideas clearly and effectively.
• Strong collaboration skills, coupled with the ability to actively listen, to foster a positive and productive team environment.
• Organizational conceptual thinking to understand the broader picture and aligning tasks with overall organizational goals.
• Being a positive and reliable team player is fundamental, contributing to team morale and creating a supportive working atmosphere.
• Effective decision-making skills with the ability to analyze situations, weigh options, and make informed decisions efficiently.
• Strong project management skills to encompass planning, organizing, and overseeing tasks to achieve specific goals.
• The ability to manage, organize, and prioritize project assignments to meet competing deadlines ensures tasks are completed on time without compromising quality.

Working Conditions

• Hanson will furnish all computer and audio/visual equipment to perform this position’s duties.
• Requires occasionally working irregular hours/reasonable overtime to meet project demands.
• Position may require occasional travel.

The salary range for this position is $34,000- $85,000

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $34,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• AD&D insurance
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee stock ownership plan
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid parental leave
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Relocation assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Salary : $34,000 - $85,000