Job Description
Proposal Manager-(180730)At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we work to weave diversity, equity, and inclusion into our work and foster a sense of belonging throughout the company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?Watch Our Story:Each and every role throughout our organisation makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world. We are seeking a dedicated and dynamic Proposal Manager to join our London, UK Marketing team. In this role, you will have the opportunity to play a pivotal part in driving proposal development to support our growth in the Resources, Transport and Building Engineering Services teams. Collaborating closely with the Head of Marketing Services (UK), you will develop persuasive proposal documents and interview materials, showcasing our engineering capabilities and experience with impactful messaging. You will also assist in the development of client plans that drive market expansion and revenue growth. The ideal candidate is someone who embodies the qualities of professionalism, versatility, responsiveness, adaptability, a passion for continuous improvement, with a deep appreciation for teamwork. If you take pride in your responsibilities, uphold the highest standards of professionalism, and inspire others through your workmanship then this is the role for you. In the role of Proposal Manager, we'll count on you to: Support pursuit teams in creating and implementing effective win strategies (capture planning)Facilitate pursuit teams to develop persuasive proposal and interview materialsDevelop and manage proposal schedules and confirm complianceEngage the appropriate marketing services resources in pursuit teamsLead quality reviews of proposal and interview materialsFacilitate debriefs to identify improvement opportunities and to measure overall competitivenessDeconstruct and file proposal and presentation material upon submittalTrain and mentor employees on business development and marketing best practicesArticulate HDR's capabilities and competitive advantages Preferred Qualifications Bachelor's degree in a related fieldDeep knowledge of the industry's standard approach to procurement of professional servicesDemonstrated ability to motivate and inspire othersAbility and desire to travel and engage with others in-personDemonstrated experience in writing compelling content based on information from technical staff #LI-KK2 Required QualificationsA minimum of 5 years relevant industry experienceDemonstrated "self-starter" with a history of completing projects with limited oversightExperience in sales and developing effective win strategiesExcellent written and verbal communication skillsProficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPointProficient in Adobe Creative Cloud applications, including InDesignWhat We BelieveHDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.Our CommitmentAs employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.Primary Location:United Kingdom-England-LondonIndustry:Marketing/CommunicationsSchedule:Full-timeEmployee Status:RegularBusinessClass:Marketing and AdminJob Posting:Sep 20, 2024