Proposal Specialist - Houston, United States - Brown & Gay Engineers

Description

BGE, Inc.

(BGE) is a nationwide engineering consulting firm that provides services in civil engineering, planning, landscape architecture, construction management and environmental services for public and private clients.

Our employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package to include outstanding health care, generous 401(k) match, career mapping and highly competitive time away from work programs to include dependent care and flexible Fridays.

Job Overview

The Proposal Specialist provides leadership over proposal pursuit efforts, partnering with other members of the team as needed to complete tasks successfully.

Job Description
Reviews and interprets small to medium-sized RFPs/RFQs, addressing key elements with the pursuit team
Develops and drives the proposal management schedule, establishes priorities, documents, and tracks team task assignments, and keeps team accountable to internal and external deadlines
Writes/tailors new and existing materials (resumes, bios, project descriptions, etc.) to provide the most competitive RFP responses
Facilitates kick-off call and all color reviews
Makes certain that the proposal is free of grammar, spelling, and typographical errors
Confirms the quality and compliance of final proposal documents; and ensures timely proposal production and delivery
Develops, manages, researches, and responds to data requests
Qualifications

Technical Requirements :
Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Journalism, Communications, or related fields
Minimum 3 years of prior work experience in proposals - engineering or construction industry a plus
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Must be proficient in MS Office, Adobe InDesign, and Adobe Acrobat Pro
Strong proofreading, formatting, writing, and editing skills
Experience with OpenAsset and/or Dynamics a plus, but not required

Required Soft Skills:
Detail oriented
Strong commitment to teamwork and willingness to assist others
Ability to prioritize, multi-task, and stay ahead of deadlines
Ability to coordinate multiple proposals simultaneously with tight deadlines
Best work-life balance in the industry
(9/80) schedule choice - have every other Friday off
3% Safe Harbor contribution
4% 401k Match with immediate vesting
Merit Based Bonus Compensation
9 Holidays
Personal time Allowances (no time deducted for Dr appointments, family care, 32-hour dependent care, etc.)
240 Hours Vacation carry over time.
0-5 years in industry 2 weeks' vacation, 5-10 gets 3 weeks, 10+ gets 4 weeks.
Flex time – Start from the hours of 7a – 9a
Employee referral program for bringing great people into the BGE family

Not accepting non-resident applicants or Sponsorships. No Agencies.
BGE is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We prohibit discrimination and all employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, Vietnam Era Veteran Status, Disabled Veteran Status, or any other classification protected by federal, state or local laws.

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