proposal development manager

Odin

A little bit about us:Odin Construction, headquartered in Northern California, with 5 offices across the nation. We specialize in environmental remediation, geotechnical construction, levee and dam rehabilitation, emergency and disaster response, habitat and wetland construction and mechanical dredging! Our clients include Army Corps of Engineers, State of California, Department of Water Resources, Sutter Butte Flood Control Agency and Private clients. Odin Construction is growing rapidly with several projects already on the books for the coming years! With growth comes hiring and we are looking to hire a Proposal Manager to the team!Let the fun begin!Odin is made up of hardworking people that love what they do. Our philosophy is if you're not having fun with your work, then its time to find something new. Odin will help you take control of your career with new growth opportunities along the way.Why work for us?<ul><li>Exceptional Pay</li><li>Matching 401k</li><li>Great Healthcare Benefits</li><li>Unlimited Paid Vacation</li><li>ASCE Dues Paid</li><li>Sign On Bonuses</li><li>Great Company Culture</li><li>Career Growth Opportunities</li></ul>Proposal ManagerMAJOR FUNCTIONA Proposal Manager is a key contributor and resource to the proposal and business development functions. This role is primarily responsible for developing strategic and competitive responses to Request for Proposals (RFPs), Statement of Qualifications (SOQs), and other prequalification-related deliverables with an emphasis on capturing management and win-theme strategies to secure opportunities.SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:<ul><li>A proactive ability to manage complex RFP and proposal processes, collaborate with subject matter experts, and present capture solutions effectively in a narrative and visual format</li><li>Must be an independent self-starter with the ability to manage multiple priorities/tasks and maintain effective time management</li><li>Ability to analyze the RFP requirements and create proposal plans/compliance matrices to ensure overall deliverable quality, compliance, and responsiveness is met</li><li>Lead all proposal communications that include scheduling and conducting kickoff meetings, review meetings, and other related communications required for efficient team collaboration</li><li>Supports the Capture Team Leader in all facets of the proposal process and participates in strategic planning and proposal strategies that include evaluating marketing intelligence, identifying and developing client win strategies</li><li>Ability to creatively develop proposal content management, graphics, and other related collateral</li><li>Performs formatting, grammar review, organization, and editing of proposal content to improve clarity and capture win-theme messaging</li><li>Ability to lead and manage complex government proposals that include multiple companies and partners</li><li>Provides final quality control check for proposal (RFP) compliance and conformance to established strategies and plans</li><li>Perform other duties as assigned</li></ul>SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, QUALIFICATIONS, &amp; EXPERIENCE:<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Journalism, English, or related field</li><li>Ideal candidates should possess 5+ years of proposal preparation experience</li><li>Strong organizational and self-management skills, as well as leadership skills</li><li>High level of attention to detail and accuracy in all work</li><li>Ability to appropriately handle business sensitive and confidential information</li><li>Ability to prioritize assignments, solve problems, and meet deadlines</li><li>Strong interpersonal skills, telephone etiquette, and professional demeanor</li><li>Excellent oral and written communication skills</li><li>Effective team player and leader with highly proficient customer service skills</li><li>Advanced-level user of Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)</li><li>Intermediate-level user in Adobe Creative Cloud (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator)</li><li>Flexible and able to work in a dynamic, team-oriented environment</li><li>Government and commercial proposal experience required</li></ul>All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, citizenship, HIV/AIDS status, or any other legally protected factor.Travel Required: varies (up to 10-15%)Salary Range: $80,000 - $120,000Reports to: Proposal DirectorJob Type: Full-timePay: $110,000.00 - $160,000.00 per yearBenefits:<ul><li>401(k)</li><li>401(k) matching</li><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Employee assistance program</li><li>Flexible schedule</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Life insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Professional development assistance</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul>Work Location: In person

Proposal Manager

DJ&A

<div>Proposal and Interview Manager
DJ&amp;A has experienced significant growth over the past decade, driven by a deliberate focus on culture, quality, and long-term client relationships while expanding the firm's geographic reach and service offerings. Continued success depends on consistently positioning the firm well in the markets it seeks to serve and executing competitive, high-quality pursuits.
This position is part of DJ&amp;A's growing Business Development (BD) Group, reporting to the Deputy Director, Business Development, Proposals &amp; Marketing. The Proposal and Interview Manager is accountable for the day-to-day coordination and execution of the firm's proposal and interview preparation efforts, working closely with Proposal Coordinators, technical staff, and subject-matter experts to produce client-focused proposals and interview presentations.
This is a unique opportunity to help shape and strengthen a critical function at a growing AEC firm. Depending on candidate qualifications, this role may include supervisory responsibilities for Proposal Coordinators. This role is execution-focused, with real influence over quality, process, and the consistency of DJ&amp;A's pursuit efforts.
Key Responsibilities
Proposal Development and Lifecycle Management
<ul><li>Oversee and participate in DJ&amp;A's proposal development process, working with Proposal Coordinators, editors, graphic designers, technical staff, subject matter experts, and external partners to produce compliant, client-centric proposals.
</li><li>Develop and maintain a firmwide proposal development schedule; assign tasks, track deadlines, and coordinate resources across concurrent pursuits.
</li><li>Lead kickoffs, manage workplans, coordinate content development, oversee quality control, and manage production and submission logistics, particularly on complex or high-visibility pursuits.
</li><li>Support go/no-go discipline within the proposal phase by ensuring pursuit decisions reflect current capacity and competitiveness.
</li></ul>Proposal Development and Lifecycle Management
<ul><li>Oversee and participate in DJ&amp;A's proposal development process, working with Proposal Coordinators, editors, graphic designers, technical staff, subject matter experts, and external partners to produce compliant, client-centric proposals.
</li><li>Develop and maintain a firmwide proposal development schedule; assign tasks, track deadlines, and coordinate resources across concurrent pursuits.
</li><li>Lead kickoffs, manage workplans, coordinate content development, oversee quality control, and manage production and submission logistics, particularly on complex or high-visibility pursuits.
</li><li>Support go/no-go discipline within the proposal phase by ensuring pursuit decisions reflect current capacity and competitiveness.
</li></ul>Messaging and Content Development
<ul><li>Collaborate with BD and technical staff to develop clear, strategic proposal messages that differentiate DJ&amp;A in light of client needs and competitive context.
</li><li>Write and edit original, client-focused proposal narratives that effectively communicates DJ&amp;A's value and differentiators.
</li><li>Ensure win themes and key messages developed during capture planning are carried consistently throughout the proposal.
</li></ul>Interview Preparation Support
<ul><li>Support interview preparation in coordination with technical staff, including strategy development, schedule coordination, assignment routing, and logistics management.
</li><li>Help ensure interview teams are well-rehearsed and aligned on key messages prior to client presentations.
</li></ul>Content Library and Process Improvement
<ul><li>Oversee and maintain DJ&amp;A's proposal content library, including boilerplate, resumes, project descriptions, and firmwide templates.
</li><li>Support the identification and integration of AI tools and technologies that improve proposal quality, efficiency, and consistency.
</li><li>Continuously improve proposal tools, templates, and workflows to increase consistency and efficiency across the firm.
</li><li>Support the identification and integration of tools and technologies that improve proposal quality and team capacity.
</li><li>Work with CRM Manager and others to develop processes and workflows that streamline proposal data management and reporting.
</li></ul>Pursuit Closeout and Learning
<ul><li>Oversee the firm&rsquo;s proposal close-out process to ensure final proposal files and archived, and results are communicated with contributors.
</li><li>Schedule and participate in debriefs; capture and share lessons learned to support continuous improvement.
</li></ul>Supervisory Responsibilities:
<ul><li>This position may include coordination or supervisory responsibilities for Proposal Coordinators, commensurate with candidate qualifications and team structure at time of hire
</li></ul>How This Role Fits Within DJ&amp;A&rsquo;s BD Team:
<ul><li>The BD Group at DJ&amp;A provides centralized support, systems, and coordination across all phases of the firm's business development lifecycle.
</li><li>This role works in close coordination with Pursuit Coordinators and collaborates with technical contributors and other BD Group staff. It also works in partnership with the Deputy Director, Business Development, Proposals &amp; Marketing to ensure continuity and alignment across the pursuit lifecycle.
</li></ul>General Qualifications
Required
<ul><li>Bachelor's degree in Communications, Marketing, Journalism, English, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
</li><li>5 or more years of experience managing the proposal lifecycle, preferably within the AEC industry or a related professional services environment.
</li><li>Demonstrated experience coordinating cross-functional teams to meet critical deadlines under pressure.
</li><li>Exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills, with the ability to translate technical content into clear, client-focused narratives.
</li><li>Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple active pursuits simultaneously.
</li><li>Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
</li><li>Strong alignment with DJ&amp;A Core Values.
</li></ul>Preferred
<ul><li>Experience mentoring or coordinating the work of proposal staff.
</li></ul>Technical Capabilities
<ul><li>Familiarity with proposal management tools, CRM systems (VantagePoint preferred), and content management workflows across the BD lifecycle. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Word and PowerPoint, for proposal production and formatting. Working knowledge of design platforms such as the Adobe Creative Cloud or Canva is a plus. Ability to work across systems, people, and functional areas to drive quality and consistency without over-engineering processes.
</li></ul>Key Competencies
The strongest candidates for this role will demonstrate the following:
<ul><li>Ability to manage competing priorities and keep multiple workstreams moving in a fast-paced environment.
</li><li>Strong communicator who brings clarity to complex, time-sensitive situations and helps teams stay aligned under deadline pressure.
</li><li>Skilled at translating complex technical information into compelling, client-centered narratives.
</li><li>Comfortable working both independently and collaboratively.
</li><li>Detail-oriented with high personal standards for quality and consistency.
</li><li>Committed to continuous improvement, actively looking for ways to make proposal processes more efficient.
</li><li>Curious and collaborative, with a genuine interest in helping technical teams communicate their strengths effectively.
</li><li>Thrives in a dynamic environment where priorities evolve and no two proposals are exactly alike.
</li></ul>Salary and Benefits
<ul><li>Base Pay: $40 to $52 hourly rate
</li><li>Medical &ndash; premiums 100% covered for our HDHP
</li><li>Dental
</li><li>Vision
</li><li>Performance Bonus
</li><li>Paid Time Off
</li>Eleven paid Holidays. 
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</li></ul> 
To apply, please submit a cover letter with resume addressing qualifications, requirements, and references to info@djanda.com or by mail to: DJ&amp;A, P.C., 2000 Maple St, Missoula, MT 59808. 
 
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. For more information, please visit the EEO website here .
DJ&amp;A is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at careers@djanda.com .</div>

Proposal and Interview Manager

JRM Construction Management, LLC

<div><div>Company Overview

JRM is one of the top General Contracting and Construction Management Firms with over a decade of trusted experience. Headquartered in New York City with offices in New Jersey, California, and Florida, JRM delivers the highest quality services to clients that include City, State &amp; Federal Agencies, Fortune 500 corporations, respected property owners &amp; developers, major law firms, media &amp; tech firms, leading luxury retailers, renowned hospitality groups, life sciences &amp; healthcare organizations, and financial services firms. JRM knows that dedicated, accomplished employees are the heart of any successful enterprise. We are focused on maintaining a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace and are always looking to add passionate personnel to our teams across the US.</div>
Job Summary
The Senior RFP Manager will lead the end-to-end development of RFQs, RFPs, and client-facing items at the prequalification and proposal phase. This individual will manage proposal procurement with key team members, communication with Professional Team Members, as required, and Internal Team Members, preparation of the Required Submission working together with RFP Team Members and Assigned Internal Team Members, and cross-functional coordination while mentoring the RFP Team.

This role requires a strategic thinker who understands both construction operations and strategic organizational/planning skills and time management. 


Responsibilities and Duties

Strategic Leadership
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<li>Collaborate with the leadership team</li>
<li>Partner with Business Development, Operations, Estimating, and Marketing to align with Core Values and Cohesiveness of Team.</li>
<li>Drive continuous improvement of proposal processes and content. Working with Marketing and Team Leaders.</li></ul> 


Proposal Development
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<li>Manage the full lifecycle of RFQs/RFPs from kickoff through submission.</li>
<li>Review, edit, and refine executive summaries and key technical narratives, provided by Project Team Members, for inclusion in the Proposal or Deliverable.</li>
<li>Ensure proposals are compliant with RFP/RFQ Requirements and visually cohesive.</li>
<li>Coordinate/assemble, working with Marketing/Assigned Project Team Members, required graphics/schedules, resumes, and project sheets.</li></ul> 


Team &amp; Process Management
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<li>Oversee/manage proposal calendars and deadlines, working with Estimating and RFP Coordinators</li>
<li>Manage and mentor RFP Team Members</li>
<li>Establish new workflow processes, if required, to ensure quality, efficiency, and internal Core Values.</li>
<li>Ensure proposal tracking systems are up to date, working with RFP Coordinators</li></ul> 


Key Competencies
<ul>
<li>Strategic thinker with a growth mindset</li>
<li>Executive-level communication skills</li>
<li>Exceptional organization and deadline management</li>
<li>Strong leadership presence</li>
<li>Detail-oriented without losing big-picture vision</li>
<li>Collaborative and solution-driven</li></ul> 


Qualifications and Skills
<ul>
<li>8&ndash;12+ years of proposal management experience within construction, engineering, architecture, or related professional services.</li>
<li>Proven experience leading large, complex proposals.</li>
<li>Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills.</li>
<li>Ability to translate technical information into client-focused communications.</li>
<li>Experience managing/communicating with teams and cross-functional stakeholders.</li>
<li>Bachelor's degree in marketing, Communications, Business, or related field preferred.</li></ul> 


Computer Systems
<ul>
<li>Proficiency in PowerPoint and Microsoft Office Suite.</li>
<li>Experience in bidding platforms (i.e., Procore, PMWeb, Ariba, Ivalua, Total Bid, Lucernex, Vendor Caf&eacute;, etc. (Partial List)</li></ul> 


Salary Information
<ul>
<li>To the extent this role is performed in New York City, the annual salary range is $160k-170k base.</li></ul> 


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


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Senior RFP Manager

Brown and Root Industrial Services

Assist in the preparation and formatting of proposals, including organizing content, proofreading, and editing to ensure accuracy and consistency. Coordinate with internal teams to gather necessary information and materials for inclusion in proposals, such as project descriptions, resumes, and financial data. Maintain proposal templates, boilerplate content, and other resources to facilitate efficient proposal development. Manage the proposal schedule/calendar to ensure deadlines are met and submissions are completed in a timely manner. Support the proposal review process by distributing proposal drafts, collecting feedback, and incorporating revisions as needed. Assist with the assembly and packaging of proposal documents for submission, including printing, binding, and mailing or electronic delivery. Track proposal activity and outcomes, maintaining records of proposal submissions, wins, losses, and lessons learned for continuous improvement. Provide general administrative support to the Proposals team, including organizing meetings, managing calendars, and handling correspondence. Assist with special projects and initiatives related to proposal development and business development as assigned by the Proposal Manager or other team members. Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and standards for proposal development and submission.
 
Proven experience as an administrative assistant or similar role, preferably in a proposals or business development environment. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), Adobe Acrobat, and familiarity with proposal management software/tools. Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a keen eye for detail and accuracy. Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team, collaborating with colleagues across departments. Proactive attitude and willingness to take initiative to support proposal development objectives. A bachelor's degree in business administration, marketing, communications, or a related field is preferred but not required.
 
Brown & Root Industrial Services is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
 
BENEFITS: Brown and Root offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which include a 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, and flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.
 
Requirements: 
Assist in the preparation and formatting of proposals, including organizing content, proofreading, and editing to ensure accuracy and consistency. Coordinate with internal teams to gather necessary information and materials for inclusion in proposals, such as project descriptions, resumes, and financial data. Maintain proposal templates, boilerplate content, and other resources to facilitate efficient proposal development. Manage the proposal schedule/calendar to ensure deadlines are met and submissions are completed in a timely manner. Support the proposal review process by distributing proposal drafts, collecting feedback, and incorporating revisions as needed. Assist with the assembly and packaging of proposal documents for submission, including printing, binding, and mailing or electronic delivery. Track proposal activity and outcomes, maintaining records of proposal submissions, wins, losses, and lessons learned for continuous improvement. Provide general administrative support to the Proposals team, including organizing meetings, managing calendars, and handling correspondence. Assist with special projects and initiatives related to proposal development and business development as assigned by the Proposal Manager or other team members. Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and standards for proposal development and submission.
 
Proven experience as an administrative assistant or similar role, preferably in a proposals or business development environment. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), Adobe Acrobat, and familiarity with proposal management software/tools. Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a keen eye for detail and accuracy. Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team, collaborating with colleagues across departments. Proactive attitude and willingness to take initiative to support proposal development objectives. A bachelor's degree in business administration, marketing, communications, or a related field is preferred but not required.
 
Brown & Root Industrial Services is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
 
BENEFITS: Brown and Root offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which include a 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, and flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.

Admin Assistant - Proposals

Accelerec Ltd.

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 About the Company
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Job Title: Business Development Manager (BDM)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Location: Head Office, Lahore
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Functional Reporting: Director &ndash; Business Development
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Team Reporting: 1- Deputy Manager Proposals, 2-Proposal Engineer, Research Associates, Trainee Engineers
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 About the Role
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 The Business Development Manager will lead and institutionalize the business development function, ensuring a structured, process-driven approach to pipeline generation, proposal management, and revenue growth. The role requires independent ownership of BD operations across infrastructure sectors, aligning all initiatives with organizational strategy and long-term growth objectives.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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 Develop and maintain a 12&ndash;18 month rolling pipeline across water, transport, buildings, and consultancy sectors.
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 Track opportunities from lead generation to project award, ensuring systematic follow-ups.
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 Proposal &amp; Tender Management
 
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 Lead the EOI-to-submission lifecycle, ensuring compliance, quality, and timeliness.
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 Prepare and review prequalification documents, technical proposals, and consultancy service agreements.
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 Strategic Planning &amp; Market Development
 
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 Formulate sector-specific growth strategies aligned with organizational strengths.
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 Client &amp; Partnership Management
 
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 Revenue &amp; Performance Management
 
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 Improve win rates and pipeline conversion ratios.
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 Identify cross-selling and upselling opportunities within existing client portfolios.
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 Develop and implement SOPs, templates, and BD workflows.
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 Introduce structured reporting systems and dashboards.
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 Lead and manage BD and proposal teams.
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 Ensure cross-functional alignment with Finance, HR, and Operations for seamless project execution.
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Business Development Manager

OCT Consulting LLC

<div>OCT Consulting is a business management and technology consulting firm that supports the Federal Government clients. We provide consulting services in Strategy, Process Improvement, Change Management, Program and Project Management, Acquisition/Procurement, and Information Technology.
Responsibilities and Duties
OCT currently has an opening for a BD Analyst (Entry-Level) to work within our Business Development team. You&rsquo;ll work alongside the BD Manager, Proposal Manager, capture managers, pricing specialist, and senior leadership to support the migration and maintenance of BD systems, build reusable proposal content libraries, and bring structure and discipline to OCT&rsquo;s pipeline data and shared drives.
Day-to-day responsibilities include:<ul><li>Serving as the data and content operations anchor for the BD team.</li><li>Reporting to the BD Manager, support day-to-day data entry, cleanup, and analytics work across Zoho CRM, Google Drive, and BD content libraries, contributing independent analysis and feedback on implementation approaches, while supporting pipeline research, proposal coordination, and capture activities.</li><li>Serving as a core contributor to the Zoho CRM migration and buildout under the direction of the BD Manager, including data entry, deduplication, field standardization, opportunity record cleanup, pipeline stage normalization, and ongoing data hygiene. Provide independent analysis and feedback on migration approach, data structure, and implementation roadmap.</li><li>Supporting the Google Drive reorganization effort: assist with auditing existing folder structures, contribute recommendations on taxonomy and naming conventions, migrate legacy files per the agreed approach, and help maintain access controls in coordination with the BD Manager.</li><li>Supporting the buildout of BD content libraries, including past performance write-ups, resume library, CPARS files, win themes, boilerplate language, graphics library, and the Capabilities Matrices. Tag and index content so it is searchable and proposal-ready, and surface recommendations on structure and gaps.</li><li>Generating weekly and monthly pipeline reports and BD analytics for senior leadership: opportunity counts by stage, win/loss rates, pipeline value, capture coverage, and proposal throughput.</li><li>Tracking and reporting on BD operational metrics, including content library completeness, CRM data quality scores, and proposal artifact reuse rates.</li><li>Conducting daily reviews of SAM.gov, GSA eBuy, OASIS+, GovWin, and other sources to identify Sources Sought, RFIs, RFQs, and RFPs aligned to OCT&rsquo;s Growth Pillars; log qualified opportunities into Zoho with complete metadata.</li><li>Conducting market and competitor research to inform capture strategy, including incumbent analysis, agency spend pulls, awardee profiles, and small business set-aside trends.</li><li>Supporting bid/no-bid documentation and quad chart preparation by pulling supporting data from Zoho and research sources.</li><li>Supporting solicitation analysis by helping build compliance matrices, proposal outlines, and requirements trackers under the direction of the Proposal Manager.</li><li>Assisting with proposal production tasks: formatting Word and PowerPoint files to the template, version control, document assembly, file naming, and final submission packaging.</li><li>Drafting straightforward proposal sections (corporate overview, past performance write- ups, resume tailoring, quality control narratives), drawing on the content libraries you help maintain.</li><li>Supporting the Kudos &amp; Accomplishments program by maintaining trackers, organizing supporting documentation, and preparing materials for quarterly story harvesting sessions with Corporate Program Managers.</li><li>Helping coordinate proposal kickoffs, color team reviews, and BD team meetings, including scheduling, agenda prep, note-taking, and action-item tracking.</li><li>Supporting teaming activities by preparing NDAs and Teaming Agreements from OCT templates and maintaining a teaming partner database in Zoho.</li><li>Supporting OASIS+ task order administration and GSAM/R 552.203-71 marketing compliance recordkeeping.</li></ul> 
Requirements<ul><li> 
Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree in Business, Information Systems, Data Analytics, Public Administration, Communications, English, Political Science, or a related field; 0&ndash;2 years of professional experience (internships, fellowships, and relevant academic projects</li></ul>
count).<ul><li>Demonstrated comfort with data: strong Excel/Google Sheets skills (sorting, filtering, pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, basic formulas), and the patience and attention to detail required for sustained data entry, cleanup, and migration work.</li><li>Systems-minded: enjoys building structure where none exists &mdash; taxonomies, naming conventions, templates, trackers, libraries &mdash; and maintaining that structure over time.</li><li>Experience with or willingness to quickly learn Zoho CRM (or comparable CRM platforms such as Salesforce, HubSpot, GovWin, or Unanet); ability to support data migration, field configuration, and report building.</li><li>Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills, with the ability to produce clean, client-ready work under a deadline.</li><li>Highly organized and detail-oriented; comfortable juggling multiple trackers, deadlines, and document versions at once.</li><li>Strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative working style; comfortable asking questions and taking direction from multiple senior team members.</li><li>Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, SharePoint, and Adobe Acrobat.</li><li>Curiosity about federal contracting and a desire to build a career in business development, capture, or proposal management. Exposure to the federal acquisition lifecycle, Shipley methodology, FAR/DFARS basics, or GWAC/IDIQ vehicles is preferred but not required &mdash; training will be provided.</li><li>U.S. citizenship required; ability to obtain a Public Trust or Secret clearance preferred.</li><li>Hybrid - Two Days a week in the office requirement.</li><li>Some weekend work required as proposal timelines defined by government activities require.</li></ul> 
Benefits 
OCT offers competitive compensation packages and a full suite of benefits, which includes:<ul><li>Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance</li><li>Retirement savings 401K plan provided by an industry leading provider with 3% employer contributions of the employee&rsquo;s gross salary</li><li>Paid Time Off and Standard Government Holidays</li><li>Life Insurance, Short- and Long-Term disability benefits</li><li>Training Benefits</li></ul>
Salary Range: $55,000&ndash;$72,000 yearly, commensurate with experience, education, etc.
About OCT Consulting
OCT Consulting LLC is a Small Business (SB) providing professional services and information technology solutions to the Federal government and commercial clients. Founded in 2013, we bring operational agility and a management team with a track record of leading successful engagements at major Federal government agencies.
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BD Analyst (Entry-Level)

Century West Engineering

<div>Century West Engineering, a premier Northwest engineering consulting firm, is looking for a Marketing Manager to join our growing team. The Marketing Manager plays a key leadership role in developing and executing marketing strategies that support our company&rsquo;s growth and brand identity. You&rsquo;ll collaborate closely with senior management, business development, and technical teams to elevate our visibility, attract new clients, and ensure the highest quality in proposals and marketing materials. You will lead the identification, development, delivery, and follow-up of high-quality marketing proposals. You will manage the Marketing and Events team whose primary job function is proposal development, and support project managers with business development efforts both in and out of the office. The chosen candidate will work either in our Lake Oswego or Bend, OR offices and will report to the Marketing &amp; Business Development Director. Although this position is posted at the Marketing Manager level, we may consider exceptional Senior Marketing Coordinator candidates who demonstrate the potential and readiness to grow into a manager role within the next 1&ndash;2 years. The complete salary range for this position is $123,000-$186,500 with a hiring range of $123,000-$155,000. A different hiring range would be identified for a Senior Marketing Coordinator candidate.
Benefits:<div><ul><li>
2 to 5 weeks of vacation, depending on experience</li><li>
1 hour of sick leave for every 30 hours worked</li><li>
8 paid holidays</li><li>
3 days paid bereavement leave, as needed</li><li>
401k retirement account match</li><li>
Health (PPO and HSA options), dental, and vision insurance fully covered for full-time employees and available for family and dependents</li><li>
Life and disability insurance</li><li>
Employee assistance program</li><li>
Bonus program</li><li>
Professional training and development opportunities</li><li>
Reimbursement for continuing education</li><li>
Flexible schedule</li></ul></div>
Duties and Responsibilities:<ul><li>
Develop and implement marketing strategies aligned with company-wide business goals.</li><li>
Define how Century West is positioned and portrayed in the marketplace.</li><li>
Lead the creation of proposals, brochures, presentations, and marketing collateral.</li><li>
Establish company-wide standards for proposal development, formatting, and process.</li><li>
Partner with the Business Development team to identify and pursue new business opportunities and client relationships.</li><li>
Evaluate markets, identify growth opportunities, and contribute to annual marketing and financial planning.</li><li>
Manage departmental budgets and oversee marketing expenditures.</li><li>
Supervise and mentor marketing team members, including recruitment, training, and performance reviews.</li><li>
Attend conferences, meetings, and networking events as a representative of the company.</li><li>
Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure efficiency, brand consistency, and client success.</li><li>
Identify and track leads through reviewing Capital Improvement Programs, monitoring lead tracking subscriptions, and otherwise supporting project managers with finding and maintaining target clients.</li><li>
Facilitate internal team and client debriefs for continual improvement</li><li>
Assign proposal development responsibilities to the appropriate marketing resources.</li><li>
Manage proposal responses to RFPs, including facilitating kick-off meetings, managing proposal deadlines, writing and coordinating content, coordinating and receiving content from subconsultants, and complying with our quality management processes.</li><li>
Proofread, edit, and provide quality reviews of proposals prepared by other marketing and professional staff.</li><li>
Ensure content is comprehensive, competitive, client-specific, and brand-compliant.</li><li>
Develop graphics that are visually compelling and tell a story.</li><li>
Own interview preparation strategy and collaborate with the business development team to deliver compelling, high-quality interview collateral.</li><li>
Track business development activities in Deltek Vantagepoint CRM.</li><li>
Represent Century West through community and professional organization involvement.</li></ul>
Qualifications:<div><ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Marketing, Business Administration, English, Journalism, or related field.</li><li>
10+ years of marketing experience, preferably in professional services, A/E/C, or technical industries.</li><li>
Skilled in proposal writing, graphic design, and content development.</li><li>
Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (especially InDesign) and Microsoft Office (Word and PowerPoint).</li><li>
Experience with Deltek Vantagepoint CRM, Elementor, and WordPress preferred.</li><li>
Demonstrated ability to manage marketers and technical staff through the proposal process.</li><li>
Demonstrated ability to formulate and manage special marketing, events, and business development projects.</li><li>
Demonstrated ability to professionally represent the company at professional events.</li><li>
Technical writing, editing, and proofreading skills.</li><li>
Self-directed, with strong time management skills.</li><li>
Demonstrated ability to handle multiple priorities and deliver quality results within deadlines.</li><li>
Strong written and verbal communication skills with attention to detail.</li></ul></div>
Why Join Us:<ul><li>
Collaborative, people-first culture where new ideas are encouraged</li><li>
Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits</li><li>
Opportunities for professional growth and leadership</li><li>
Flexible work environment</li><li>
A chance to contribute to meaningful projects across the Pacific Northwest</li></ul>
An Equal Opportunity Employer &ndash; All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected status.</div>

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