Armand Corporation is an award-winning MWBE construction management firm, celebrating over 30 years in the industry. We are seeking a full-time Proposal Specialistto join our Business Development and Proposal team. The Proposal Specialist will collaborate with existing team members to carry out a comprehensive approach to develop, produce, and submit winning proposals and marketing material. Our ideal candidate should be an outstanding writer and editor,verycomfortable with deadlines, working under pressure, creative,highly accountable, and eager for the opportunity to impact a growing firm.
The location of the position is the firm’s Corporate Headquarters in midtown Manhattan. The work schedule is hybrid, with a set schedule of three days in-office and two days remote work. This position reports directly to the Proposal Manager.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Read RFP documentation and create preliminary proposal checklist
Responsible for researching, writing, reviewing, editing, and formattingcustomized content for compelling proposals in a timely fashion
Completion of necessary forms and proposals for physical or electronic production, submission, and/or shipping to ensure timely proposal delivery
Assist indeveloping and updating accurate, powerful, and attractive marketing materials, including company profiles, project sheets, resumes, advertisements, brochures, and handouts
Research and assist inwriting, editing, and proofreading proposal development material such as firm qualifications, cover letters, project descriptions, staff biographies, and resumes tailored to each pursuit
Incorporate technical narratives on specific construction projects with some technical content provided by construction managers or technical lead
Maintain certification database and forms
Perform additional duties as needed
Qualifications and Experience:
Bachelors in English, Communications, Journalism, or the Liberal Arts or demonstrated educational/professional experience writing creatively, professionally, and/or academically
3-7 years of professional experience in proposal writing, technical writing, or related field. Previous experience with a construction, engineering, or architecture firm is required. Experience with creating proposals for public and federal agencies is preferred
Excellence in proposal writing and preparation, with an understanding of best practices;
Superior written and verbal communication skills with the ability to effectively communicate with a wide variety of stakeholders;
Experience with desktop publishing software, such as InDesign, to assist in production of the proposal
Must be fluent in English (both written and spoken
Must be authorized to work in the United States
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