Proposal Manager - San Francisco Bay Area - Hays

    Hays
    Hays San Francisco Bay Area

    1 day ago

    Construction / Facilities
    Description

    We are partnering with a well‑established construction firm to find a Proposal/Marketing Manager who can lead major pursuits and elevate the company's competitive positioning. This role is ideal for someone who combines strategic thinking, strong writing skills, and the ability to coordinate complex, deadline‑driven efforts across multiple teams.

    You'll work closely with executive leadership, preconstruction, and operations to shape pursuit strategy, guide proposal development, and ensure the firm stands out in both public and private sector markets.

    What You'll Do

    • Take ownership of major pursuits from early planning through final submission and interviews.
    • Partner with executives to evaluate opportunities and guide overall win strategy.
    • Develop clear messaging, themes, and differentiators tailored to each client and project.
    • Write and refine proposal content, ensuring it's compelling, compliant, and aligned with the firm's brand.
    • Coordinate input from subject matter experts across the business and prepare teams for shortlist presentations.
    • Mentor proposal and marketing team members and help build consistent processes, templates, and standards.
    • Track pursuit activity, performance metrics, and lessons learned to continually strengthen the pursuit approach.
    • Support broader business development efforts through research, positioning, and client‑focused messaging.

    What We're Looking For

    • Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Construction Management, or a related field (Master's a plus).
    • 7+ years leading proposal efforts within construction, engineering, or similar professional services.
    • Experience managing large, complex pursuits with a strong understanding of various construction delivery methods.
    • Excellent writing, editing, organization, and project management abilities.
    • Confident working with senior leaders and facilitating strategy conversations.
    • Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Suite, and CRM/proposal tech tools.
    • Comfortable navigating tight deadlines and fast‑moving pursuit cycles.

    Interested?

    If you thrive in a strategic, collaborative role and enjoy shaping winning proposals, we'd love to connect. Please click "apply" now and we'll reach out to discuss the position further.


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