Proposal Manager

Description

We are looking for a Proposal Manager to lead and strengthen the end-to-end pursuit process for our team in New York, New York. This position is ideal for someone who can introduce structure, raise quality standards, and keep multiple deadlines moving without losing attention to detail. The right candidate will combine strong writing skills with sound judgment and the confidence to guide contributors through a disciplined, high-performing proposal workflow.

Responsibilities:
Direct proposal efforts from initial planning through final submission, ensuring each pursuit stays on schedule and meets quality expectations.
Develop persuasive client-facing materials such as executive summaries, cover letters, and qualifications narratives tailored to each opportunity.
Maintain and refine proposal resources, including resumes, project examples, standard language, and industry-specific content for future use.
Create scalable templates, processes, and tools that improve consistency and support increasing proposal volume.
Lead pursuit reviews and help drive informed bid decisions by identifying risks, requirements, and timing concerns early.
Partner with leadership and technical contributors to gather input, manage deadlines, and keep submissions progressing efficiently.
Prepare teams for interviews and finalist presentations by organizing messaging, presentation materials, and key discussion points.
Monitor proposal activity, turnaround metrics, and win trends, then provide regular updates and insights to leadership.

Requirements

Demonstrated success enhancing or establishing a proposal function, with the ability to improve process as well as execute deliverables.
Excellent writing and editing skills, with experience translating complex service offerings into clear, compelling proposal content.
Strong organizational ability and time management skills in environments with multiple competing deadlines.
Confidence to set expectations, enforce timelines, and work effectively with senior stakeholders and subject matter experts.
Background in architecture, construction, or related services is preferred.
Proficiency with Adobe InDesign and Microsoft Office applications is required.
Experience developing proposal responses, coordinating content, and producing high-quality final submissions.

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