Proposal Specialist

Proposal Specialist

Are you a creative, passionate marketer who likes to challenge convention? Do you want to work in a fun, dynamic environment where your team values you? If so, you've come to the right place! Wood Rodgers, a leading engineering consulting firm, is hiring a Proposal Specialist to join our Corporate Communications Department located in Sacramento or Roseville, CA. We are seeking a highly motivated individual that desires to actively collaborate and contribute to our growing team. This is a staffed, hourly, non-exempt position.

A Day in the Life as a Wood Rodgers' Proposal Specialist

• Lead the development and production of competitive proposals and support business development activities at varying levels.
• Take direction from the Team Lead in pursuit processes and follow quality assurance procedures for document production.
• Conduct pursuit capture planning and proposal coordination meetings with technical teams.
• Conceptualize, research and produce marketing materials, proposals, and presentations.
• Develop and coordinate graphics.
• Write non-technical text and edit and proofread marketing collateral.
• Provide storyboarding and message development for proposals.
• Ensure the timely production and high-quality execution of marketing deliverables and communications.

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor's degree in marketing, Business, or related field.
• Minimum 3 years of proposal marketing experience within the AEC industry.
• Proficient in MS Office and Adobe Creative Cloud, particularly InDesign. Experience with SF-330 forms is a plus.
• Hands-on experience with Customer Relationship Management Systems.
• Proficient in digital marketing tools and platforms.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Proactive and forward-thinking approach to tasks.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, creative writing skills a plus.
• Proficient in creative and graphic design, with a keen eye for detail.
• Demonstrates understanding of market and technical proposals.
• Self-motivated, collaborative, and adaptable to various personalities and work styles.
• Highly articulate, have a clear and analytical approach to problem solving, and good decision-making abilities.
• Open to travel, with advance notice and mileage/travel reimbursement provided.
• Committed to upholding WR standards, streamlining the proposal review process, and overseeing production.

A note on hourly pay ranges: The range does not reflect geographic variations and may fluctuate above or below the stated amount. Offers will be based on several factors, including experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, training, and location. Base pay is just one part of the comprehensive compensation package offered by Wood Rodgers. If you feel you meet the requirements but may be outside of the pay range, please apply anyway and let's talk through it.

How We Elevate Your Game

Joining Wood Rodgers comes with perks to support you in your personal and professional journey.

• A Unique Culture: We're an engineering firm that feels refreshingly different. As inventors who ask, "why not?", our leadership empowers employees to grow, challenge conventions, and develop creative solutions. We host grand parties, offer surprise days off, and consistently reinvest in our employees rather than focusing solely on corporate profits. While these perks contribute to our vibrant culture, it's the remarkable people at the heart of it all - individuals who are passionate about learning, teaching, helping, and collaborating.
• Teamwork: Experience what it means to be part of the Wood Rodgers family. Be inspired by your leaders, supported and encouraged by your teammates to live a full and exciting life, and receive holistic support in your work and personal endeavors. Visit our website or follow us on social media @woodrodgersinc to get a glimpse of our dynamic community!
• Learning + Development: Engage in leadership development programs and goal setting to unlock new possibilities for your career and life. Grow within the company through mentorship and achieve your potential as a leader from the moment you're hired.

About Wood Rodgers

At the core of our organizational ethos lies a straightforward yet powerful philosophy: we believe in assembling a dynamic team of individuals who bring diverse perspectives and unwavering passion to the table. Our commitment extends beyond mere recruitment; we are dedicated to nurturing and perpetuating a legacy company. This endeavor is fueled by a collective sense of identity that binds us together, coupled with a robust company culture that serves as the bedrock of our shared values and aspirations.

Our Hiring Process

Stage 1: Applied

Stage 2: Review

Stage 3: Hiring Manager Review

Stage 4: Virtual Interview

Stage 5: In Person Interview

Stage 6: Hired

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