Senior Proposal Specialist

Position Summary

The Senior Proposal Specialist role is a career opportunity that will allow you to have direct impact on the success and growth of one the leading Design-Build firms in the nation.  This person is responsible for managing the RFQ process, including developing responses, which involves a high degree of relationship building and collaboration with the business.  The Senior Proposal Specialist partners with the Business Development team to gather and prepare information for preparation and timely submission of proposals.  This person will work on a team of Proposal Specialists who support each other in order to provide maximum support and effectiveness.  This is not a remote role.  

Position Details

• Manages client-generated RFQ, company-developed responses and final submission documentation within file structure.  Manages all prequalification and proposal package preparation and submission with Business Teams, including gathering all documentation required for proposal. 
• Partners with Business Teams and internal colleagues to ensure all milestones and timelines are met, including review and sign off of all final prequalification and proposal packages. 
• Maintains database for all business development collateral documentation.  Monitors trade publications and other media for upcoming events and potential business opportunities.  Compiles and maintains project data to be used for press releases, project profiles and case studies for print and website use. 
• Partners with Marketing to develop and implement tools and procedures to ensure future project documentation is published and maintained according to company standards. 

Qualifications 

• Four-year degree in English, Marketing, Communications, Engineering, or applicable discipline preferred 
• Minimum 5 years of experience in writing, editing and researching to prepare, print, and submit online technical documentation, including preparation of proposals 
• Must have experience in the AEC industry 
• Strong project management skills 
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills 
• Excellent research and analytical skills 
• Excellent multi-tasking and prioritization skills 
• Strong ability to write, edit and proofread content 
• Strong presentation skills 
• Strong competency in MS Office, MS Visio, Adobe Creative Suite, Adobe InDesign, Asana, and Unanet 

Benefits

As a 100% employee-owned company, we offer a comprehensive benefits package for you and your family:

• 401(k) plan with 50% company match (no cap) and immediate 100% vesting
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (100% paid for employee)
• Annual bonus program based upon performance, achievement, and company profitability
• Term life, AD&D insurance, and voluntary life insurance
• Disability income protection insurance
• Pre-tax flexible spending plans (health and dependent care)
• Paid parental leave
• Paid holidays, vacation, and personal time
• Training/professional development opportunities and company-paid memberships for professional associations and licenses
• Wellness benefits 

About Southland Industries

As one of the nation’s largest MEP companies, Southland Industries is built on the foundation of great people. Since 1949, we have put our people first, enabling growth, professional achievement, and innovation. If you want to join a fast-paced environment where you’re engaged, challenged, and valued, apply now to join our dynamic team.

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Southland Industries and all its subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing our employees with a safe work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Southland Industries are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, medical condition, marital status, family care or medical leave status, veteran status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Southland Industries will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. 

Contingent Employment: All employment offers are contingent upon successful drug tests, background checks, and professional reference checks. Roles that include driving as an essential job duty will be required to have a successful Motor Vehicle Record check (MVR). We are not able to offer sponsorship of employment at this time.

External Agency Announcement: Its Southland Industries' policy not to accept candidate submissions from recruiting agencies without an active and authorized work order. Candidate ownership can only be established after a bona fide work order is issued by a member of the Southland Industries Talent Acquisition team and the candidate is appropriately submitted through our Applicant Tracking System (ATS).