Urban Engineers is seeking qualified individuals in Manhattan, NY to join our NY office as a full-time Proposal Specialist to 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, very comfortable with tight deadlines, working under pressure, being creative, highly accountable, and eager to impact a growing firm. This position will be supporting upcoming projects in the New York area.
Responsibilities:
Read RFP documentation and create a preliminary proposal checklist.
Responsible for researching, writing, reviewing, editing, and formatting customized 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 in developing and updating accurate, powerful, and attractive marketing materials, including company profiles, project sheets, resumes, advertisements, brochures, and handouts.
Research and assist in writing, 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.
Assist with M/WDSBE certification renewals, update of database, and completion of necessary forms.
Perform additional duties as needed.
Identify new business opportunities and cultivate relationships with potential clients in the commercial construction sector.
Represent the company at industry events and meetings to promote services and develop new partnerships.
Collaborate with internal teams to prepare competitive bids and project proposals.
Monitor industry trends and market conditions to stay ahead of the competition.
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 the production and formatting of the proposal.
Ability to create graphics for proposals helpful but not a requirement.
Must be fluent in English (both written and spoken).
Pay Rate: $35.00 - $50.00 / hourly
Location(s): Manhattan, NY- Hybrid.
About Urban:
Our culture is built around our people. Voted a Best Company to Work for in New York by our employees, we are committed to advancing careers and providing a foundation for professional growth. Urban offers a wide range of health, welfare and financial benefits to our employees, as well as career development through our own Urban Training Institute, tuition assistance program, and certification incentives.
Founded in 1960, Urban provides services for buildings, ports, transit, railroads, airports, bridges, and highways. We specialize in engineering design, environmental, planning, construction services, and program management. By providing innovation, technical excellence, and on-time performance, we create value for a proud Urban family.
Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status QualificationsUrban Engineers is seeking qualified individuals in Manhattan, NY to join our NY office as a full-time Proposal Specialist to 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, very comfortable with tight deadlines, working under pressure, being creative, highly accountable, and eager to impact a growing firm. This position will be supporting upcoming projects in the New York area.
Responsibilities:
Read RFP documentation and create a preliminary proposal checklist.
Responsible for researching, writing, reviewing, editing, and formatting customized 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 in developing and updating accurate, powerful, and attractive marketing materials, including company profiles, project sheets, resumes, advertisements, brochures, and handouts.
Research and assist in writing, 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.
Assist with M/WDSBE certification renewals, update of database, and completion of necessary forms.
Perform additional duties as needed.
Identify new business opportunities and cultivate relationships with potential clients in the commercial construction sector.
Represent the company at industry events and meetings to promote services and develop new partnerships.
Collaborate with internal teams to prepare competitive bids and project proposals.
Monitor industry trends and market conditions to stay ahead of the competition.
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 the production and formatting of the proposal.
Ability to create graphics for proposals helpful but not a requirement.
Must be fluent in English (both written and spoken).
Pay Rate: $35.00 - $50.00 / hourly
Location(s): Manhattan, NY- Hybrid.
About Urban:
Our culture is built around our people. Voted a Best Company to Work for in New York by our employees, we are committed to advancing careers and providing a foundation for professional growth. Urban offers a wide range of health, welfare and financial benefits to our employees, as well as career development through our own Urban Training Institute, tuition assistance program, and certification incentives.
Founded in 1960, Urban provides services for buildings, ports, transit, railroads, airports, bridges, and highways. We specialize in engineering design, environmental, planning, construction services, and program management. By providing innovation, technical excellence, and on-time performance, we create value for a proud Urban family.
Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status
