Proposal & Strategic Communication Specialist

The ideal candidate is a skilled writer and project coordinator who thrives in a fast-paced environment, understands the construction industry and/or federal contracting dynamics, and can translate complex project information into clear, compelling narratives that strengthen the brand and business pursuits.

• Proposal & Pursuit Management
• Lead the development of Sources Sought notice responses, RFP/RFQ submissions, statements of qualifications, and interview presentations for public and private sector opportunities.
• Collaborate with estimators, project managers, and executives to gather project details, resumes, and technical content.
• Ensure submissions are compliant, on-brand, and delivered by deadline.
• Maintain a pipeline of active pursuits and track outcomes to inform future strategies.
• Strategic Communications
• Develop and deliver clear, consistent internal and external communications in alignment with company values and strategic goals.
• Support executive messaging and company-wide communication initiatives led by the COO and leadership team.
• Manage updates to company collateral, corporate resumes, project narratives, etc. to ensure consistent branding and tone.
• Marketing & Branding Support
• Collaborate with design resources to produce visually engaging proposals, presentations, and promotional materials.
• Curate and maintain a content library including staff bios, project sheets, case studies, and photography.
• Interdepartmental Support & Collaboration
• Partner with departments such as Operations, Human Resources, and Safety to prepare reports, internal memos, and presentation materials.
• Help align messaging and materials across departments to maintain consistency and professionalism.
• Serve as a communications liaison between leadership and staff for key announcements and initiatives.

• Education:
• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Marketing, English, Journalism, or a related field.
• Experience:
• A Minimum of Three (3) years of experience in proposal writing, communications, or marketing, preferably in the construction, architecture, or engineering industries.
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate complex projects under tight deadlines.
• Experience supporting multiple departments or executives is highly valued.

• Exceptional writing, editing, and storytelling skills.
• Strong organizational and time management abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Creative Suite and/or other design software.
• Working knowledge of CRM, (Salesforce), or pursuit tracking systems is a plus.
• Ability to collaborate across teams and communicate effectively with all levels of the organization.
• Understanding of construction terminology, project delivery methods, and client procurement processes preferred.