Regional Marketing Proposal Manager

Are we the road to your future?

We are currently searching for an experienced Regional Marketing & Proposal Manager to support our Mid-Atlantic Region (VA, DC, MD, PA, and WV), headquartered in Springfield, VA. In this role, you will manage our region-wide marketing team and lead our efforts to win new business.

To be considered for this position, applicants must have, at minimum, a Bachelor's degree and experience managing proposal staff on multi-contributor proposals, preferably in the AEC (Architecture, Engineering, and Construction) industry.

What You’ll Be Doing

Managing the region's proposal development staff and partnering with discipline leads and regional leadership to win new and repeat businessLeading the full pursuit lifecycle — tracking CIPs and opportunities; assessing RFP technical, financial, schedule, and compliance requirements; defining scope; and driving the go/no-go decisionFacilitating brainstorming, storyboarding, and strategy sessions with technical leads and proposal managers to shape winning approachesPersonally preparing proposals as needed to accommodate department workload while overseeing the team’s proposal production: compliance checklists, production timelines, technical writing assignments, and internal quality reviewsReviewing the writing, editing, formatting, and graphics of every final document to confirm it is persuasive, professional, and compliantSupporting proposal manager in preparing technical teams for presentations and client interviewsOverseeing the maintenance of project descriptions, resumes, and qualifications packagesCapturing lessons learned and high-performing content at the close of each pursuitRecommending and developing policies and procedures that strengthen future submissionsSupporting client and business development with the creation of collateral and other client meeting and conference materialsContributing to the company’s digital brand presence with submission of regional news

What You Need To Have

A demonstrated passion for serving clients, our employees, the public, and our professionBachelor's degree and experience managing proposal staff on multi-contributor proposals, preferably in the AEC (Architecture, Engineering, and Construction) industryAbility to manage and produce multiple concurrent proposals from pre-advertisement through submission in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environmentStrong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with colleagues at all levelsExceptional persuasive writing and editing skills with a strict eye for detailA collaborative, team-oriented working styleProficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; Adobe Creative Suite strongly desiredAbility to pass a pre-employment drug screening to ensure a safe and productive work environment. Volkert adheres to federal guidelines, which may include testing for substances such as marijuana. Please note that federal regulations may differ from state-specific guidelinesValid driver’s license and a satisfactory motor vehicle report (MVR)

Bonus Points If You Have

Experience with Deltek Vantagepoint

Why Volkert?

Volkert is employee owned and a Top 100 design firm, committed to providing clients with creative solutions for sustainability, including improvements to infrastructure, the environment, and natural resources. Founded in 1925, Volkert is celebrating a century of serving our employees, clients, partners, and communities.

Key Benefits

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) Medical, Dental, & Vision 401(k) retirement savings plan + employer matching Paid Time Off (PTO) and holidays Employer-Paid Life/AD&D insurance Employer-Paid short-term disability and long-term disability Wellness incentives Student Debt Retirement Match Additional voluntary benefits

The words from our Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer, Thomas A. Hand, PE, capture best how you can make an impact while working for Volkert.

“For a century, Volkert has done meaningful work that improves our infrastructure and quality of life throughout our communities. We are proud of our one-hundred-year legacy and humbled by the opportunities ahead of us as we look forward to our next century of service. With our commitment to employee ownership and sustainable growth, you can build a career here that really makes a difference.”

– Thomas A. Hand, PE, Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer

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Volkert does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies or fee-based recruitment services.

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