Proposal Specialist - Energy & Process Industries (Energy Utilities)

Company: Black & Veatch
Location: Jefferson City
Posted on: May 14, 2022

Job Description:

**Proposal Specialist - Energy & Process Industries (Energy Utilities)**Date: May 2, 2022Location:Tampa, FL, US USCompany: Black & Veatch Family of CompaniesAt Black & Veatch, our employee-owners go beyond the project. For over a century, we have been breaking down social, economic and geographic barriers by making life's critical resources accessible to all. Working with us, you will help provide critical expertise as we, along with our valued clients, deliver solutions that positively impact communities around the world. Our professionals are our greatest asset, and we believe nothing is more important than the health, happiness and professional growth of our employee-owners. With a focus on flexible work-life balance options, an expanding and diverse workforce, and limitless career growth opportunities, we will give you our best to help your give us your best, and together we can build a world of difference.**Company :** Black & Veatch Corporation**Req Id :** 69795**Opportunity Type :** Staff**Relocation eligible :** No**Full time/Part time :** Full-Time**Project Only Hire :** No**Visa Sponsorship Available:** No**Job Summary****Black & Veatch** is seeking to add an experienced **Proposal Specialist** to be a part of our talented, inclusive and supportive **Energy Utilities Proposals and Solutions Integration team** . For each pursuit, you will be an integral part of a proposal development team that includes engineers and subject matter experts to manage proposal efforts and incorporate best practices to develop client-centric, visually appealing and compliant sales documents. The role is always interesting, as each proposal has it owns unique blend of Request for Proposal(RFP) requirements and solution offerings to meet a wide range of client needs and lasts only a few days or weeks.The Proposal Specialist position is virtual, with minimal day-to-day supervision as you drive the proposal through completion, but with plenty of team support any time you need it. Our ideal candidate will have leadership skills to drive proposal development, being able to work independently as well as part of a team, having strong writing and InDesign skills and a can-do attitude.Anchored by core values like collaboration and integrity, Black & Veatch is a one-of-a kind in the world of engineering. Our corporate culture holds respect, teamwork and positive intent as some of our highest metrics for employee satisfaction, encouraging recognition for staff at every level. This means you will be respected on every assignment and have access to the tools to succeed.**Key Responsibilities**--- Manage activities during the development of the RFP response, including kick-off call, reviews, production and interview prep.--- Coach the Proposal Team to identify win themes and client-focused messaging and develop proposal content.--- Develop proposal layout.--- Conceptualize design elements and develop simple graphics.--- Research and gather proposal materials, including drafting non-technical content using boilerplate materials or prior proposals.--- Drive proposal progress to meet scheduled milestones and compliance with the RFP.**Management Responsibilities**Individual Contributor**Preferred Qualifications**--- Strong skills in creative layout using Adobe InDesign and Acrobat required; Photoshop and Illustrator experience desired.--- Confident personality with strong interpersonal skills.--- Experience effectively leading diverse teams and contributors in executing pursuit processes and delivering quality/winning proposals.--- Written and verbal communications skills, including persuasive writing, proofreading and editing.--- Critical thinking and creative problem solving.--- Organizational skills and attention to detail.--- Ability to prioritize competing deadlines.**Minimum Qualifications**Education: Bachelor's degree in marketing, communication, or a related field; or equivalent experience Experience: 4+ years related experience All applicants must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements (if selected) which may include any/all of the following: criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations.**Work Environment/Physical Demands**Typical office environment: Sitting/Standing/Computer-usage for extended periods of time.Speaking/listening. Ability to utilize audio/video-conferencing software for internal/external communication purposes.**Competencies**AccountabilityAction orientedBalances stakeholdersBusiness insightCollaboratesCommunicates effectivelyComputer SkillsDecision qualityDemonstrates self-awareness**Salary Plan**MAC: Marketing & Communications**Job Grade**004Black & Veatch endeavors to makeaccessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process because of a disability, please contact the Employee Relations Department at +1-913-359-1622 or via our. This contact information is for disability accommodation requests only; you may not use this contact information to inquire about the status of applications. General inquiries about the status of applications will not be returned.Black & Veatch is committed to being an employer of choice by creating a valuable work experience that keeps our people engaged, productive, safe and healthy.Our comprehensive benefits portfolio is a key component of this commitment and offers an array of health care benefits including but not limited to medical, dental and vision insurances along with disability and a robust wellness program.To support a healthy work-life balance, we offer flexible work schedules, paid vacation and holiday time, sick time, and dependent sick time.A variety of additional benefits are available to our professionals, including a company-matched 401k plan, adoption reimbursement, tuition reimbursement, vendor discounts, an employment referral program, AD insurance, pre-taxed accounts, voluntary legal plan and the B Credit Union. Professionals may also be eligible for a performance-based bonus program.We are proud to be a 100 percent ESOP-owned company. As employee-owners, our professionals are empowered to drive not only their personal growth, but the company's long-term achievements - and they share in the financial rewards of the success through stock ownership.By valuing diverse voices and perspectives, we cultivate an authentically inclusive environment for professionals and are able to provide innovative and effective solutions for clients.Black & Veatch Holding Company, its subsidiaries and its affiliated companies, complies with all Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) affirmative action laws and regulations. Black & Veatch does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender Identity and expression, disability, veteran status, pregnancy status or other status protected by law.For our EEO Policy Statement, please click. If you'd like more information on your EEO rights under the law, please clickand.**Notice to External Search Firms** : Black & Veatch does not accept unsolicited resumes and will not be obligated to pay a placement fee for unsolicited resumes. Black & Veatch Talent Acquisition engages with search firms directly for hiring needs.**Nearest Major Market:** Tampa**Job Segment:** Engineer, Drafting, Engineering

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