Proposal Manager

We help customers navigate the complex transition to a decarbonized and more sustainable energy future. We do this by assuring that energy systems work safely and effectively, using solutions that are increasingly digital. We also help industries and governments to navigate the many complex, interrelated transitions taking place globally and regionally, in the energy industry.

Do you want to be part of an organization dedicated to tackling global issues such as climate change? Do you get excited by collaborating with a team and helping create high-quality deliverables? 

DNV - Energy Services North America is seeking a driven and experienced proposal manager who has a passion for supporting the future of the clean energy industry with our Markets and Risks team, a group of energy market research and evaluation professionals across the country. The successful candidate will support all aspects of the proposal development process as well as support knowledge/data management efforts.

This position may be located in any DNV office, and a remote placement will be considered for the right applicant. This position may require some occasional travel to office locations and/or conferences.

What You'll Do

Proposal Management (80%)

Manage the proposal process from RFP receipt to submission. This includes assessing compliance requirements, identifying risks, scheduling and facilitating meetings, creating templates, identifying boilerplate content and collecting core qualification materials (e.g., resumes, biographies, project qualifications, references, certifications, company information, and related), assigning responsibilities, monitoring working drafts, editing and formatting drafts, and submitting final materials (via email, web portal, and/or hard copy shipment)

Collaborate with and create synergy among bid managers, opportunity managers, SMEs, technical writers, technical editors, design staff, corporate resources (Legal, Finance, HR, Marketing, etc.), and other collaborators to develop and refine proposals

Partner with bid managers to develop a proposal schedule, promote consistent schedule adherence, and hold proposal contributors to deadlines

Participate in and/or lead meetings on assigned proposals to develop win themes and proposal development strategies

Track and regularly report on pending bids, current bid reviews, current proposal team deadlines, and current proposal team status

Content Development and Refinement (15%)

Support continuous improvement in our writing/content, process, and tools

Collaboratively work with DNV staff and business partners to understand the energy industry and develop content that specifies key messages, value propositions, and key differentiators with competition

Construct final content from outline material developed by others

Provide quality assurance and best practice reviews for all proposal documents and materials, which may include rewriting sections; improving readability, consistency, and clarity; correcting for grammar and punctuation; and correcting both writing and formatting styles per company standards

Abstract, condense, or create summary information for inclusion in proposals

Develop and edit simple graphics or tabular presentations

Occasionally assist with the development of marketing materials, qualification submittals, and finalist presentations, ensuring consistency and adherence to DNV quality practices

Other (5%)

Become an expert in our proposal process and help train new proposal contributors on DNV's proposal process and best practices

Use prior knowledge and experience to help lead, inform, and share “lessons learned” to those preparing business unit proposals

Perform other duties as assigned

• Generous paid time off (vacation, sick days, company holidays, personal days)
• Multiple Medical and Dental benefit plans to choose from, Vision benefits
• Spending accounts – FSA, Dependent Care, Commuter Benefits, company-seeded HSA
• Employer-paid, therapist-led, virtual care services through Talkspace
• 401(k) with company match
• Company provided life insurance, short-term, and long-term disability benefits
• Education reimbursement program
• Flexible work schedule with hybrid/remote opportunities
• Charitable Matched Giving and Volunteer Rewards through our Impact Program
• Volunteer time off (VTO) paid by the company
• Career advancement opportunities

**Benefits vary based on position, tenure, location, and employee election**

How We Do It

We Care, We Dare, We Share

DNV is a proud equal-opportunity employer committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, or business need, without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

DNV is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunity, including providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with a disability. US applicants with a physical or mental disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process may contact the North America Recruitment Department (hrrecruitment.northamerica@dnv.com). Information received relating to accommodations will be addressed confidentially.

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About DNV

Careers in DNV

As required by the Pay Transparency laws in Colorado, New York City, California, Washington, and Connecticut, DNV provides a reasonable compensation range for roles that may be hired in those locations. Actual compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors, including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, and specific office location. For the states of Colorado, New York City, NY, California, Washington, and Connecticut only, the range of starting pay for this role is $75,000 - $115,000.

What is Required

Bachelor’s degree or higher in English, Writing, Journalism, Marketing, Business, or a related field

Four (4) or more years of experience in proposal management or similar writing or marketing position(s)

Demonstrated experience developing and managing business proposals, including bid planning, data collection, competitive analyses, and partnership (prime and subcontractor) strategy

Advanced skills with MS Word (e.g., creating/working with templates, defined styles, section breaks) and PowerPoint, with proficiency with Adobe Acrobat Pro and MS Teams

Strong written and verbal English communication skills as well as experience performing technical editing using one or more stylebooks, particularly Chicago and AP

Ability to take personal ownership in solving problems and/or finding solutions

Team player mindset, able to work effectively with proposal managers and business development teams with different personalities and communication preferences in a high-performance, fast-changing global culture

Demonstrated experience working under pressure and showing good judgment when prioritizing multiple deliverables with competing deadlines

Willingness to occasionally work extended hours to meet deadlines

We conduct pre-employment drug and background screening

What is Preferred

Experience with energy utilities

Experience in a consulting environment

Experience with federal grant writing and/or evaluation

Adobe InDesign capabilities

Experience creating graphics or other visual work products

Experience following the Shipley proposal process

APMP membership or certification

PMI CAPM certification or demonstrated project management

Experience using Salesforce CRM and Opportunity Management

**Immigration-related employment benefits, for example visa sponsorship, are not available for this position

Salary : $75,000 - $115,000