Proposal Writer (Pursuit Specialist)

Overview RK&K is actively seeking an exceptional Proposal Writer (Pursuit Specialist) to join our dynamic team in Richmond or Fairfax, Virginia. If you are a motivated self‑starter looking for a challenging but rewarding career with opportunities to grow, this is the position for you. The role offers the chance to make an immediate impact while collaborating with marketing professionals, technical planners, engineers, and CEI staff. Ideally, you’ll bring at least two years of hands‑on A/E/C industry experience, including finding and responding to RFQ/RFPs, creating proposals with Adobe InDesign, and managing marketing information in a CRM. Essential Functions Coordinates and delivers quality proposals for small and mid‑sized municipal and VDOT projects, as well as a range of marketing activities firmwide. Collaborates with staff to plan, coordinate, design, edit, and produce RFP and RFQ responses, shortlist interviews, and other promotional material. Develops, establishes, and maintains marketing strategies to meet organizational objectives. Monitors, reviews, and reports on marketing activities and results. Maintains the marketing database. Required Skills And Experience BA or BS in English, Journalism, Communications, or a related discipline. Two years of experience developing creative/dynamic proposals and presentations in the A/E/C industry. Proficient in Adobe InDesign, Microsoft PowerPoint, and Microsoft Word. Experience coordinating, preparing, organizing, composing, and completing proposals (custom format, SF 330, etc.) and conducting team coordination. Proven technical writing skills, including reviewing and proofreading for content, grammar, and style. Ability to collaborate in a fast‑paced team environment with varied technical staff and multiple concurrent deadlines. Preferred Skills And Experience Five years of experience developing creative/dynamic proposals and presentations in the A/E/C industry. Knowledge of database/CRM systems, specifically Deltek Vision/Vantagepoint. Other Duties Job duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. What We Offer Paid time off Hybrid work (home and office) Tuition reimbursement Health, dental, vision, life and disability insurances Paid parental leave Wellness programs and employee resource groups Career Development Matching 401(k) plan Paid holidays This position is not eligible for employer-sponsored work authorization. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship. #J-18808-Ljbffr