Proposal Manager

About This Role

Planning and leading the development of complex proposals and presentations to win competitive projects in North America is the core of this role. The Proposal Manager drives the process from capture planning through coordination and development of compliant, compelling responses to RFPs/RFQs, client interviews, and presentations. This role requires exceptional leadership skills to effectively convey messaging, including win themes, differentiators, and value propositions, and to comprehensively customize all aspects of the proposal.

Responsibilities

• Support and facilitate capture planning activities ahead of the release of solicitation documents
• Lead proposal strategy and development of creative, compelling, and targeted proposals across all practices
• Collaborate with Project Managers and subject matter experts to develop and execute capture plans, win strategies and client-focused value propositions
• Facilitate coordination with technical staff in developing strategic proposal responses to meet proposal requirements
• Highlight strengths and differentiators throughout all sections of the proposal and presentations
• Develop Requests for Information based on client RFPs/RFQs and collaborate with subconsultant teaming partners for proposal needs
• Customize all sections of proposals, including resumes and project descriptions
• Lead and participate in proposal meetings, reviews, and related activities
• Review proposal drafts and final versions for responsiveness, compliance, accuracy, quality, consistent writing style, and effective layout and design
• Support the development and implementation of pursuits and strategic pursuit processes
• Lead the development of proposals and presentations, including key messages, themes, and differentiators
• Conduct storyboarding to drive content plans, develop graphics and layout in line with brand standards
• Build and maintain relationships with technical staff, subject matter experts, and prospective teaming partners to promote effective communication and partnerships
• Assist with presentations, conduct technical staff interviews, archive proposals, and update company/business information
• Provide guidance, training, and assistance to the team in effective proposal writing, coordination, and preparation of presentations

Requirements

• Minimum of 10 years
• Bachelor's Degree in Marketing, Communications, Journalism, English, Business, or a related field
• Excellent oral, written, and visual communication skills, including editing and proofreading abilities
• Strong ability to manage and motivate others, stimulating creativity
• Effective communication with technical staff and management, fostering collaborative relationships
• Excellent time and project management skills, with the ability to prioritize and thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, analytical and general business skills, and the ability to process information quickly and accurately
• Ability to thrive under the pressure of multiple deadlines while managing projects with diverse team members
• Goal-oriented mindset with a desire to increase proposal win rate
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, and PowerPoint

Benefits

• Personal and group performance bonuses
• 401k
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Short-term/long-term disability
• Paid holidays
• PTO
• Parental leave
• Company paid life insurance

Important Details

• Locations: New York, NY; Raleigh, NC; Iselin, NJ; Philadelphia, PA; Pittsburgh, PA; Westwood, MA
• Contract: Regular
• Work pattern: Full Time

About the Company

Mott MacDonald is one of the largest employee-owned companies in the world, supporting multisector project work in over 150 countries with a network of 20,000+ talented consultants. Sustainability and innovation are at the heart of all its sectors in North America, including Buildings, Energy, Transportation, and Water.