Proposal Supervisor- Transportation & Water

The Opportunity

Ulteig is currently seeking qualified candidates for a Proposal Supervisor – Transportation & Water within Enterprise Operational Services (EOS).  This role focuses on leading the Transportation & Water Proposal team to foster on-the-job leadership development while supporting team efficiency and growth. This position will also continue to support large and/or complex proposals and assist the team with complex assignments. This individual will report to the Proposal Manager and will interact closely with other corporate business units such as technical services, marketing, sales, and project management.  The Proposal Supervisor is a self-starter with knowledge in leadership, communication, resource management, and process development.

What You’ll Do

Leadership Responsibilities (60%):

• Lead and manage employees to achieve individual, team, and department goals while mentoring and developing staff for professional growth.
• Identify and facilitate training and development opportunities for the team, and conduct performance reviews and goal setting.
• Run proposal department meetings, manage team resources, and maintain the proposal queue.
• Oversee content for proposal communication platforms (e.g., Uconnect, Viva Engage) and ensure consistency across processes, templates, corporate guidelines, and standards.
• Lead or support the development of new processes, tools, and databases for team and company use.
• Assist in managing team budgets.

Proposal Responsibilities (40%):

• Lead the proposal process, ensuring timelines and stakeholder responsibilities are met, and create and manage the proposal development plan (PDP).
• Analyze RFPs, attend kickoff meetings, gather proposal information, and coordinate submissions while adhering to proposal writing standards (e.g., Shipley Color Review).
• Manage subcontractor proposal elements when necessary, and collaborate with technical, sales, and field services teams to gather input.
• Refine proposal scope to address client needs and ensure clear, compelling responses.
• Maintain consistency for proposals, templates, and industry best practices across the company, and organize and maintain proposal databases with templates, forms, and related resources.
• Work on multiple opportunities as needed.

What We Expect from You

• Degree in Communication, Marketing, Engineering, or Technology (Bachelor’s or Associate’s preferred).
• 10+ years of experience (5 years minimum) in the transportation and water industry, including at least 5 years of experience creating proposals or similar documentation.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), Adobe Creative Cloud (InDesign, Illustrator), and Microsoft Teams.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships with staff, management, and external stakeholders.
• Client-focused mindset and strong business acumen in project management, proposals, or engineering.
• Self-motivated, energetic, with strong written and verbal communication skills and excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to work effectively across diverse teams, influence others, and manage ambiguity.
• Problem-solving skills, and results-oriented approach.
• Must have authorization to work permanently in the U.S.

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 $102,850 to $139,150
* 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 canceled.

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