Proposal Coordinator II - Marketing

What Lja Has To Offer LJA is offering an exciting opportunity that will allow you to reach your full career potential. The structure of our organization is designed to amplify your capabilities while gaining the benefits of being an employee-owner. What truly sets this opportunity apart is the chance to collaborate every day with dedicated, skilled, and supportive leaders. Whether you are in the office, in the field, or behind the scenes, working at LJA gives you the chance to grow through hands-on experience and exposure to a broad range of clients and services. What Lja Has To Offer LJA is offering an exciting opportunity that will allow you to reach your full career potential. The structure of our organization is designed to amplify your capabilities while gaining the benefits of being an employee-owner. What truly sets this opportunity apart is the chance to collaborate every day with dedicated, skilled, and supportive leaders. Whether you are in the office, in the field, or behind the scenes, working at LJA gives you the chance to grow through hands-on experience and exposure to a broad range of clients and services. What Makes Lja Different At LJA, our employee-owners take pride in their work and their workplace. We’re guided by leaders who foster a culture of respect, collaboration and a shared vision of success. Our difference is evident in the experiences and opportunities we provide: Employee-owned. Client-focused Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) Consistently ranked as a Top Workplace Internal recruitment team, in-house training, and a marketing department specific to our industry We celebrate flexibility, allowing every team and office to lead with their proven approach Our culture champions continuous learning and personal growth We believe success comes through constant evolution and communication We are passionate about having fun and making money, all while creating impact

POSITION OVERVIEW:

As a Proposal Coordinator II at LJA in our Marketing department, you will be responsible for independently managing complex proposals and qualifications packages while serving as a key resource to technical staff and project managers. This role demonstrates advanced proposal development capabilities and begins contributing to pursuit strategy, messaging, and process improvement efforts. Participating in pursuit planning and proposal debrief discussions to build understanding of business development strategy, client needs, and competitive positioning.

A TYPICAL DAY MIGHT INCLUDE:

Managing RFQs, RFPs, SOQs, and interview presentations from kickoff through submission independently Developing proposal schedules and managing internal review cycles Leading kickoff meetings for routine pursuits Interpreting solicitation requirements and developing detailed compliance plans Writing and editing executive summaries, cover letters, project descriptions, and key proposal content Coordinating multidisciplinary teams and subconsultant partners Ensuring proposal quality, compliance, and brand consistency Recommending pursuit messaging and differentiators Mentoring Proposal Coordinator I staff and assisting with onboarding and training Identifying opportunities for process improvements and content development Supporting workload planning and pursuit prioritization

REQUIRED EDUCATION/LICENSE/CERTIFICATIONS:

Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, English, Journalism, or related field

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

3+ years of proposal experience, preferably within the AEC industry Advanced Adobe InDesign proficiency Strong technical editing and content development skills Excellent project management and communication abilities Ability to work independently with limited supervision

LEVEL UP WITH LJA

At LJA, we’re 100% employee-owned. This drives results, rewards ambition and supports long-term success for every team member. With almost 100 locations and 3,000+ employee-owners (and growing), we’re building something big! We want you to be part of it. Your future grows here. Generous Time Off: PTO, paid holidays, and a full office closure between Christmas and New Year’s. Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple plan options for health, dental, and pets. Along with mental health support. Family Support: Paid maternity and parental leave to help you focus on what matters most. Education Support: Tuition reimbursement and in-house courses provided by our Learning and Development team. Referral Bonuses: Know great talent? Get rewarded for helping us grow. Community Impact: Company-sponsored volunteer days and philanthropic initiatives. Professional Development: Memberships to industry organizations to keep you connected and growing. Career Growth: Great internal mobility opportunities to advance your career. Fun Culture: LJA social events, employee sports teams, bring your kid to work day, etc. #J-18808-Ljbffr LJA