Proposal Coordinator

Proposal Coordinator Department: Marketing Employment Type: Full Time Location: Glen Allen, Virginia Compensation: $65,000 - $80,000 / year Description Ignite Your Creativity as RDA's Next Proposal Coordinator! Rinker Design Associates, LLC (RDA) is a leading provider of professional civil engineering services to both the public and private sector. We are looking for an experienced Proposal Coordinator to lead pursuit efforts; and to develop high-quality proposals, qualifications submittals, presentations, and other supporting materials. A successful candidate should be a team player with management, writing, editing, and strategic thinking skills. Joining RDA will allow you to work alongside some of the brightest and talented professionals in the engineering industry. We pride ourselves on our strong values, ability to build lasting relationships with clients, and dedication to service. Join a team that contributes to projects that shape communities and spark innovation! What You’ll Do: Research, write, verify, edit, proof, and format high-quality proposal documents, staff resumes, project descriptions, presentations, and marketing collateral ensuring accuracy and timely delivery Coordinate and conduct proposal kick‑off meetings with project managers and other team members to strategize and deliver winning proposals/presentations Identify pursuit team responsibilities and oversee adherence to the proposal schedule Provide ongoing communication regarding the proposal status to the teamli> Ensure compliance with the specific solicitation requirements, industry standards, and RDA guidelines Develop and maintain boilerplate materials, i.e. service discipline narratives, project descriptions, resumes, etc. Search for RFPs and monitor future project opportunities Attend pre‑proposal meetings and conferences, as needed Assist with firm pre‑qualifications and registrations Coordinate and apply for project awards/design submissions Occasional local travel Other duties as assigned What You’ll Bring: Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business, English, Communications, or an industry‑related field 2-5 years of recent A/E/C industry experience , including preparation of qualifications statements/proposals and expressions of interest in response to RFPs/RFQs as well as shortlist presentations and other marketing materials A thorough understanding of the proposal development process and knowledge of standard forms Ability to juggle multiple assignments and thrive under tight deadlines in a fast‑paced environment Superb organization skills and ability to work independently and with a team Excellent grammar, writing, proofreading, and oral/communication skills are required Experience with Microsoft Office 365 (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) is required Experience with Adobe InDesign is required Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud desktop publishing applications (Acrobat Pro DC, CC, Photoshop CC) is preferred Graphic design experience is preferred Why Join RDA? We offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes: Medical, dental, and vision insurance 401K Retirement Plan; Roth Contributions Health Savings Account (HSA) Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability Paid time off, including 8 federal holidays + 1 floating holiday Parental Leave Hybrid work model Professional/career development tracks Positive work/life balance RDA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and maintains a drug‑free workplace. Applicants that require an employment visa sponsorship now or in the future will not be considered. #J-18808-Ljbffr