Proposal Developer - Transportation & Water

The Opportunity

Ulteig is currently seeking qualified candidates for a Proposal Developer within Enterprise Operational Services (EOS). The Proposal Developer will serve as an individual managing the scope and fee development for technical proposals. Additionally, this role will research, analyze, write, and edit project proposals and documents to ensure they meet client requirements and differentiate Ulteig’s service offerings. The Proposal Developer will collaborate with sales, technical services, project managers, and other internal staff to provide support for research, schedule management, compilation, and maintenance of project proposals and other documents used in proposal development process. This individual also updates the proposal database containing document templates and forms.

What You'll Do

• Serve as an internal project manager for the proposal process. This individual is responsible for coordinating all activities related to the proposal process for specified opportunities.
• Support Transportation and Water opportunity pursuits as assigned, including existing client and new client sales.
• Review proposal requests to determine what information and documentation is required.
• Collaborate with pursuit team on proposal responses. Discusses requests for proposals with the pursuit team to understand the requirements for the requested document(s).
• Research, analyze, plan, assemble, write, and edit proposals and documents that are informative and persuasive while conforming to guidelines, templates and the company’s branding standards and writing style.
• Utilize the proposal database for content to serve as the basis for responses to proposals.
• Collaborate with key internal stakeholders including external and internal client solutions staff, technical engineering, project management, marketing, and legal to gather required data, prepare proposals and manage deadlines.
• Collaborate on assignments for content for specific questions and follows up to ensure that required content is obtained.
• Assemble and edit technical proposals in electronic or print format.  Assure that proposals and proposal responses are complete, clear, and cohesive by utilizing editorial judgment and making recommendations to contributing authors for revisions.
• Review drafts of proposals and other related sales documents to ensure proper messaging, accuracy, consistency, and quality according to company and marketing guidelines. Prior to releasing documents as final, submit working drafts to stakeholders as appropriate for final review and revision. Makes necessary revisions in documents.
• Organize, update, and aids in the maintenance of electronic sales database library containing document templates, forms, proposal resources, completed proposals, planning, and pursuit activity. Creates and updates documents and templates as directed, utilizing good design and data management principles. Work with subject matter experts to keep library up to date with the latest information.
• Aid in troubleshooting missing and invalid data with sales team members. Serve as a resource to the sales team to access the document library, including distribution of documents, retrieval, and version control.
• Coordinate information flow and documents with internal contract and marketing groups to ensure sales team follows corporate guidelines and policies.
• Attend meetings, keeps informed of changes in products, services or processes that may result in inaccurate or outdated sales documents.
• Work in conjunction with product marketing staff to request updated information on an ongoing basis. Aid in the maintenance of updated information on RFP database.
• Support client solutions, project management and technical teams to ensure smooth transition from sales prospect to project execution.
• Work on multiple opportunities as needed.

What We Expect from You

• Degree in Communication, Marketing, or Technology (Bachelor or Associates).
• Two or more years of work experience, preferably in the Transportation and Water industry.
• Determines proposal concepts by studying requests for proposals and attending proposal kickoff meetings.
• Gathers proposal information and coordinates submissions.
• Follow proposal writing standards.
• Follows Shipley Color Review proposal process.
• Leads with the development of proposals by assembling information including deliverables, project approach, schedule, staffing, budget/estimate, writing/editing drafts with support from stakeholders.
• Leads proposal kick-off meetings.
• Experience communicating and collaborating with sales, technical resources and other internal staff.
• One or more years of experience creating proposal responses or equivalent documentation preferred.
• Basic Microsoft software packages (Word, Xcel, Outlook, PowerPoint); Adobe Creative Cloud (InDesign, Illustrator); Microsoft Teams.
• No supervisory responsibilities
• Customer Relationship Management (CRM) knowledge and experience preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively coordinate, plan, monitor and manage multiple projects.
• Ability to deliver high-quality output(s) while handling multiple tasks/priorities under specific time constraints.
• Must have authorization to work permanently in the US.

 As you consider applying for a position at Ulteig, we encourage you to think outside the box – because we do! You might not meet 100% of the skills listed in a description, but we are committed to hiring people with exceptional talent, ability, and potential, and then creating an environment where they can become the best versions of themselves. We don’t want to miss out on the possibility of speaking with the next outstanding Ulteig team member, so please apply if you think this role is a great match for your unique skills and strengths. And, yes, relevant military experience is absolutely considered for transitioning service members.

What You Can Expect from Ulteig

Ulteig is a purpose driven organization that has built a culture focused on people – both our clients and our employees –for over 80 years. Working at Ulteig is more than a job, opening opportunities to make an impact by creating and solving for a sustainable future. We recognize our success relies heavily on the dedication and focus of our workforce; this is why we make investing in our employees a top priority. We prioritize flexibility and staying connected to meet your needs and help you achieve your goals. We value your unique perspective, respect your individuality and celebrate your contributions. At Ulteig, we take our own success and the success of our clients personally.

We offer our team members:

• Flexible Workplace
• Employee Ownership
• Competitive Pay
• Comprehensive Benefits Package
• Collaborative Environment
• Innovative Culture

Our vision is to be the most trusted partners transforming our world’s critical infrastructure. Ulteig connects people and resources to develop compelling, integrated solutions across multiple Lifeline Sectors®, including Power, Renewables, Transportation and Water. Ulteig is a trusted partner in engineering North America’s essential infrastructure and leverages its expertise with a wide range of public and private clients. 

At Ulteig, we care deeply about our team, listening to their needs and ensuring they have the tools necessary to be productive whether they choose to work remotely, hybrid or in office. Regardless of where you work, you are empowered to build a workday that best suits your strengths. We strive to ensure a balance and separation between home and work life. We support a flexible working schedule so employees are able to focus on what's important to them.

If you would like to be a part of a company that empowers their employees, apply today! 

Ulteig is a Drug-Free Workplace

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Additional Opportunity Details:
Target Base Compensation Range for this role is $73,800-$99,900
* Factors that may be used to determine your actual salary include your job-specific skills, education, training, job location, number of years of experience related to this role and comparison to other employees already in this role

This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 days and will continue to be posted for an average of 60 days until a qualified applicant is selected or the position has been cancelled.

Notice to Recruiters and Staffing Agencies:  to protect the interests of all parties, Ulteig Engineers, Inc., will not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate or an approved vendor that has a written and signed agreement in place with Ulteig. Please do not contact or forward resumes to our company employees or locations. Any unsolicited resumes will be considered Ulteig property. Ulteig is not responsible for any charges or fees related to unsolicited resumes.