Proposal Manager - Transportation

Proposal Manager

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

Our Proposal Manager provides leadership or support on a variety of business development assignments, ranging from highly strategic proposals to the smaller proposals and qualification statements. The ideal candidate will be well-versed in Transportation clients; is organized, accountable, and demonstrates responsibility for meeting deadlines and following through on commitments. All members of the team are expected to be self-starters who : possess excellent oral and written communication skills; develop creative solutions to tackle challenges; are team players ready to support each other; and have a vested interest in the success of Jacobs. Each day will present different activities and opportunities as you help position Jacobs for success in our sales efforts.

When you join us, your leadership expertise will be utilized by overseeing the coordination and preparation of proposals of all sizes, working directly with technical staff; supporting large, strategic pursuits and working under the guidance of senior sales staff.

We'll ask you to lead and / or support the planning and development of small to mid-sized presentations and interviews. Additionally, you'll coordinate, write, edit / tailor, and perform research for non-technical proposal sections; ensuring compliance; proactively identifying, communicating, and mitigating potential issues / variances.

As a Proposal Manager, you'll coordinate and provide direction to graphic designers, publishing technicians, editors, reprographics specialists, and other support staff, independently coordinate with and collect information from teaming partners and subconsultants.

As a key member of the sales team, you will apply knowledge of Jacobs' identity standards, structure, organization, business approach and sales process through preparing and ensuring compliant and timely proposal deliverables by managing the proposal team, including monitoring progress, managing proposal process and schedule, meeting client requirements, and communicating issues / variances.

We'll ask you to serve as a subject matter expert on, advocate, and actively follow procedures, policies, protocols, and best practices, including standard file management and archiving procedures, as well as branding guidelines.

Bring your creativity, ambitious spirit, and attention to detail, and we'll help you grow, pursue and fulfill what drives you so we can deliver extraordinary solutions for a better tomorrow, together.

The final candidate could be located in Reston or Richmond, VA, Philadelphia, PA, Baltimore, MD, Washington, DC, or Chicago, IL.

Here's What You'll Need

Bachelor's degree, preferably in a business, marketing, communication, technical, or other related field

Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including persuasive writing and proficiency in grammar, punctuation, spelling, and formatting

Minimum of 5+ years' experience in proposal management / coordination

Proposal experience in the engineering, architecture, environmental, and / or construction industries

Proficiency in Microsoft Office and knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite and Salesforce

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Ideally, you'll also have :

Experience managing pursuit teams involving various levels of an organization, including senior to junior-level staff

Experience with transportation clients in preferably in the Northern or Mid-Atlantic region.

Salary

The base salary range for this position is $86,600.00 to $125,000.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Employees have access to medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount. Eligible employees may also enroll in a deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan. Jacobs has an unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full-time salaried / exempt employees, seven paid holidays, one floating holiday, and caregiver leave. And certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.