Senior Proposal Writer

Job Description

Job Description

Established in 1990, Owens Realty Services is a full-service commercial brokerage, investment, management, maintenance, housekeeping and environmental services company. Our comprehensive roster of services efficiently and economically manages the operation of sophisticated real estate investment portfolios, residential apartment and condominium complexes, government buildings, educational facilities, corporate campuses, high-profile venues and family entertainment parks in both the public and private sector. Owens Realty Services affiliates with significant industry associations to stay on the forefront of the development of new management models, marketing strategies, maintenance techniques and industry product lines. We integrate industry best practices to achieve the highest quality of service delivery for our clients.

With an emphasis on customized management plans, our services result in maintaining the maximum life cycles for critical capital investments, a healthy and clean environment for all building tenants and visitors, as well as substantial cost savings. Owens Realty Services saves our clients, on average, approximately $1.00 per square foot in operational cost savings.

Owens Realty Services portfolio includes over 25 million square feet of first class, high profile facilities in Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Rhode Island, North Carolina, and New York with a value of more than $8 billion in real estate net worth and $30 million in gross annual revenue. With over 1,000 industry professionals company-wide, our organization continues to experience extraordinary growth attributed to our overwhelming commitment and dedication to the absolute best and most innovative services in the industry.

Our employees experience a dynamic and rewarding place to work. We have a reputation for outstanding customer service, professionalism, teamwork, and exceeding client expectations. We consider the employees of Owens Realty Services and Owens Facility Services to be one of our most valuable resources. Our employees treat others in a friendly and courteous manner and have respect for other employees, tenants, visitors and our clients property.

Salary is $80,000 - $90,000 depending on experience.

Local Candidates in the Orlando area only. This is an office based position Monday through Friday.

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Works with the Marketing team to prepare proposals, presentations, award submissions, etc.
• Writes resumes, boilerplate information, project descriptions, and award submissions.
• Assists with copy for web, brochures, and print, etc.
• Meets proposal deadline by establishing priorities and target dates for information gathering, writing, review, and approval; coordinating requirements with contributors; contributing proposal status information to review meetings; transmitting proposals.
• Gathers proposal information by identifying sources of information; coordinating submissions and collections; identifying and communicating risks associated with proposals.
• Develops proposal by assembling information including project nature, objectives/deliverables, implementation, methods, timetable, staffing, budget, standards of performance, and evaluation; writing, revising, and editing drafts including executive summaries, conclusions, and Owens’ credentials.
• Maintains quality results by using templates and following proposal-writing standards including readability, consistency, and tone.
• Improves proposal-writing results by evaluating and re-designing approach, coordination, and boilerplate.
• Coordinates and maintains marketing files including correspondence, data, and other relevant materials. Reviews project information for accuracy.
• Assists in preparing presentations with copy and graphic design.
• Interprets complex information and presents it clearly and persuasively.
• Communicates project status, addresses obstacles, and ensures timely delivery of assignments.

QUALIFICATIONS AND KNOWLEDGE:

• Excellent writing and communication skills are critical to this position. You MUST submit a minimum of two original writing samples.  Please provide PDF (5Mb max) with resume, writing samples, examples of work, etc.
• Minimum two to three (2-3) years relevant experience in marketing or facilities management; experience in writing and responding to A/E/C proposals (i.e.: RFP, RFQ, LOI) is strongly preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in English, Communications, Writing, Business Administration, or equivalent experience required.
• Ability to read, comprehend and execute proposal instructions and responses, tailoring responses to effectively communicate proposal strategy.
• Ability to take ownership of projects from start to finish.
• Strong computer and graphic layout skills.
• Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (particularly Photoshop and InDesign) and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint) and other relevant software applications.
• Attention to detail and highly organized.
• Self-starter, able to work independently and able to multi-task in a fast-paced deadline-oriented environment. You must work well under pressure and be able to occasionally work irregular hours to meet deadlines.
• Excellent interpersonal relationship skills.
• Team-oriented, independent thinker, and collaborative.
• Exceptional writing, proofreading, and verbal communication skills.
• Strong project management capabilities with a record of timely delivery.
• Leadership, influencing, and team collaboration skills.
• Strategic, analytical, and problem-solving expertise.

EXPERIENCE:

• Proposal Writing: at least 2 years ; 5 years (Preferred).
• 4+ years of experience in proposal development preferred.
• Familiarity with Salesforce is a plus.
• Proven ability to collaborate with C-Suite executives.
• Background in proposal writing, bid management, marketing, consulting, and/or business development (2-4 years).
• Experience in the facilities management industry is a plus.

We look for employees who will:

• Strive for professional excellence in the performance of their jobs.
• Understand and support the company's direction.
• Provide superior service to our customers and employees.
• Be flexible, innovative, and responsible to change.
• Manage human and financial resources wisely.
• Be a team player, helping others to succeed.
• Encourage open communication throughout the company.
• Treat all individuals with dignity and respect.
• Have pride in and sell Owens Realty Services to others.
• Be energetic and excited about their field of work and of others around them.
• Be able to go above and beyond what is expected of them.
• Be involved and enveloped in the entire business of our company.

Owens Realty Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or other legally protected status.

Owens Realty Services is a Drug-Free Workplace. Employment is contingent upon passing a pre-employment drug screening and background check.