PROPOSAL MANAGER

PROPOSAL MANAGER

JOB SUMMARY:

BB&E is seeking a Full-Time Proposal Manager to lead the preparation of federal and industrial client proposals. The ideal candidate should be a self-motivated professional, with the ability to work independently or as part of a team. This is a hybrid position that can be located at any of our corporate offices in San Antonio, TX; Northville, MI; or Atlanta, GA. Preferred candidate would be able to work 2-3 days per week in an office environment and the remaining days remotely. A fully remote position will be considered for highly qualified applicants.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform detailed analysis of RFP/RFQ/RFI documents to assess requirements and share analysis results with senior leadership for go/no go decision.
• Log and update RFPs/RFIs into the CRM system or other tracking tools.
• Enter and manage data within the CRM including new staff information, resumes, project descriptions, opportunities, leads, etc.
• Develop RFI responses and write compelling proposal narratives that demonstrate BB&E’s value proposition.
• Facilitate proposal kick-off meeting and color reviews (pink, red, gold).
• Review all proposal drafts and final documents to ensure responsiveness, thoroughness, accuracy, and quality.
• Establish a production schedule and resource plan to ensure all required proposal documents are produced properly and delivered on time.
• Oversee QA/QC of proposal documents prepared by other team members.
• Create/proofread/edit/update resumes; generate resumes in BB&E’s format/style; ensure resumes are in compliance and sufficiency per government’s requirements.
• Maintain well-organized electronic documentation of proposal activities (i.e., proposal files, resumes, project descriptions) within the company’s content management application.
• Create/update project descriptions; act as key resource to provide project information to other proposal managers and/or Program Managers.
• Generate excel spreadsheets to evaluate data gaps in proposal development.
• Generate excel spreadsheet templates in support of pricing proposals.
• Create/update marketing content (e.g., factsheets, one-pager capability statements, statements of qualifications, etc.).
• Update and organize technical content, provided by others, to generate concise and understandable content.
• Assist in implementing BB&E’s image/brand guidelines on assigned projects and marketing materials.
• Perform closeout activities ensuring lessons learned and debriefing process is initiated for all proposals.
• Create/update plans (Quality Control Plans, Management Plans, Staffing Plans) utilizing templates once Task Order is awarded; assist with formatting monthly/semiannual reports.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher, preferably in a relevant discipline such as marketing, business development, English, engineering/sciences, communications, journalism, etc.
• Minimum five (5) years of proposal management experience.
• Experience in federal sector proposal management preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:

• Excellent written, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Capable to adapting to changing priorities in a very dynamic work environment and demonstrate the ability to work in stressful situations with critical deadlines.
• Required to work on multiple assignments, with overlapping schedules, and needs to be able to multi-task and/or delegate/coordinate responsibilities with team members to accomplish all tasks.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
• Experience in SharePoint is desired.
• Experience in Canva/In-Design/or similar application is desired.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Required to stand, walk and sit; talk or hear, both in person and by telephone; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects or controls; reach with hands and arms. Regularly required to stoop, kneel, bend, crouch and lift up to 25 pounds.

ABOUT THE COMPANY:

BB&E is a civil, environmental and energy engineering and consulting company, headquartered in Northville, Michigan, which services both the Federal and Industrial sectors throughout the United States. BB&E team members specialize in civil and environmental engineers and professionals providing Environmental consulting, Facilities Engineering and Program/Project Management Services to Federal and private sectors. BB&E is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). Please submit your resume/qualifications and salary requirements. All offers of employment at BB&E, Inc. are contingent upon a thorough background check conducted on all final candidates, as deemed necessary and per State and Federal laws.

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  BB&E Offers a full and competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision and 401(k).
• Equal Opportunity Employer including Veterans and Disabled.