Proposal Manager

Description

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The Proposal Manager will play a key role in preparing technical proposals for AQ/AP for large-scale projects in alternative mode. This includes efficiently coordinating information flow from contributors to meet deadlines, tracking necessary actions to ensure a cohesive team effort, and adhering to established quality standards. The ideal candidate must have a deep understanding of requirements and be able to influence and lead the team to propose optimal solutions to clients.

What You Will Do

• Strategy Development: Define and validate a winning strategy with approval from leadership, and ensure the team follows this strategy throughout the process.
• Project Management: Establish and maintain a detailed proposal schedule and responsibility matrix. Coordinate team efforts to meet strict deadlines and ensure the quality of deliverables.
• Effective Communication: Maintain clear and open communication channels between all team members, both internal and external, to ensure effective collaboration.
• Meeting Facilitation: Organize and lead regular meetings with the proposal team, including document reviews (Pink/Red/Gold), to track progress and quickly resolve issues.
• Content Writing and Review: Supervise and review the work of writers to produce high-quality content that meets AQ/AP requirements, ensuring consistency and alignment of key messages and winning themes.
• Graphic Design: Collaborate closely with graphic designers to develop document templates, covers, organizational charts, and other visual elements that enhance the impact of the proposal.
• Presentation Preparation: Contribute to the preparation of client meetings, workshops, and oral presentation materials to maximize the impact of proposals.
• AI Utilization: Leverage artificial intelligence tools to analyze RFP requirements, conduct in-depth research, and content to improve the quality of proposals.
• This Position is for You If You Have
• Education: University degree in project management, engineering, architecture, communication/marketing, language, or related field. PMP or APMP certifications are a plus.
• Experience: 3 to 5 years in proposal management for large-scale projects, particularly in alternative mode or public-private partnerships (PPP).
• Leadership: Inspire and lead the team.
• Organization: Manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Communication: Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Collaboration: Work effectively in a team.
• Critical Thinking: Analyze and solve problems.
• Creativity: Create appealing proposals.
• Detail-Oriented: Attention to detail.
• Resilience: Work under pressure.
• Flexibility: Adapt to changes.
• Professional Ethics: Integrity and professionalism.

Benefits

• Collective REER – up to 5% employer contribution
• Hybrid Work – flexibility for corporate roles
• Share Ownership – become a partner in our success
• Professional Development – we help you grow
• Paid Transit Pass – come to work without cost
• Minimum of 4 weeks of vacation upon arrival

For the sixth consecutive year, Pomerleau has been named one of Canada's 100 Best Employers.

Pomerleau is a leader in construction in Canada, recognized for delivering complex projects across the country. We offer a work environment where respect, support, and the development of each individual are at the core of our priorities. Our culture is built on collaboration, trust, and a shared commitment to excellence. If this sounds appealing to you, apply for this position or contact one of our recruiters to see how we can support you in the process.