Proposal Strategist

Job Description

Job Description

One Tech Engineering is searching for a Proposal Strategist for a position located in Chesapeake, Virginia. The Proposal Strategist will be responsible for developing the proposal plan; the Request For Proposal (RFP) release and the process including end game, and checkmate for assigned business development proposals to win work for the company.

The candidate must be a US Citizen or a green card holder, the position is not eligible for sponsorship. The candidate should have a Bachelor’s Degree in marketing, communications, business administration, or a related field and 4 years of related experience.

Local candidates preferred or open to relocation. This is not a remote position.

Proposal Strategist Responsibilities:

• Conduct proposal development efforts in collaboration with business development and project management leadership to develop distinctive value propositions that enhance our clients' competitive positions.
• Develop proposal plan, draft storyboards, develop proposal and win strategy, proposal team assignments, and initial proposal management plan.
• Perform pink team review and adjust marketing materials in response to review and requests.
• Conduct review of the go/no-go decision, official proposal kickoff meeting, and the development of graphics and visuals.
• Perform post-submittal activities including, interview in the checkmate phase.
• Develop a negotiated contract outline and deliver proposal services per the checkmate phase.
• Support the development of metrics; including change orders, safety, budget, schedule, diversity goals, and community involvement activities.
• Assist with the closing of the project deliverables.
• Assist with the submittal for industry awards (ACEC; ENR) local trade or national trade publications.
• Attends professional associations, conferences, and build professional network and trade shows.
• Set up and prepare the booth.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Requirements of the Proposal Strategist:

• Bachelor’s Degree in marketing, communications, business administration, or related field and 4 years in marketing, business development, or sales with a professional services firm.
• Applicable years of experience may be substituted for the degree requirement.
• Experience at an A/E firm preferred.
• Excellent written & verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Adobe InDesign strongly preferred.
• Certified Proposal Management Professional APMP is preferred.