Proposal Manager

Ames Construction has built America for more than 60 years, and the exceptional people who make up our team are a vital factor in our success. We are a full-service, heavy civil and industrial general contractor that brings innovative solutions to many market segments, from highway and bridge construction to mining and rail. Ames is a family-owned company that retains its entrepreneurial spirit while offering the experience and stability of a proven construction industry leader. Equipped with our core values of People, Team, Our Bond, Persistence, and Vision, we make communities across the U.S. safer, keep supply chains moving, and lay the groundwork for a sustainable future. By joining Ames, you will be working with talented colleagues at an award-winning, nationally recognized top 75 general contractor.

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Ames is seeking a talented and motivated Proposal and Marketing Manager to join our team. The successful candidate will play a critical role in driving our business growth by leading proposal development efforts and crafting effective marketing strategies to showcase our capabilities.

The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational and communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams. Salary range, $95,000-$120,000/annually.

With a commitment to quality, safety, and innovation, we have successfully completed numerous projects across our Rocky Mountain Region that covers many States including Colorado, Montana, Wyoming, New Mexico, Kansas, Oklahoma and Texas.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Proposal Development:

• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, estimators, and other team members to gather project-specific information.
• Organize and format proposal content, ensuring compliance with client requirements.
• Write, edit, and proofread proposal sections to ensure clarity, accuracy, and consistency.
• Manage version control of proposal documents.

2. Research and Analysis:

• Conduct research on potential clients and competitors to tailor proposals to specific needs and preferences.
• Analyze RFP/RFQ documents, identifying key requirements, deadlines, and evaluation criteria.
• Gather and incorporate relevant industry data, statistics, and case studies into proposals.

3. Proposal Coordination:

• Schedule and lead proposal kickoff meetings to define roles, responsibilities, and timelines.
• Coordinate proposal review meetings and track action items to ensure deadlines are met.
• Create and maintain a proposal library of templates, boilerplate content, and graphics.

4. Graphics and Visuals

• Collaborate with graphic designers to create visually appealing proposal elements, including charts, diagrams, and images.
• Ensure that proposal visuals align with the overall design and messaging.

5. Quality Assurance:

• Conduct thorough quality checks on final proposal documents to ensure accuracy and compliance with all RFP requirements.
• Address any issues or discrepancies before submission.

6. Marketing Strategy:

• Develop and implement marketing strategies to increase the company's visibility and market share within the heavy civil and industrial construction industry.
• Conduct market research to identify industry trends, competitors, and potential opportunities.
• Create marketing collateral, including brochures, presentations, and case studies, highlighting the company's strengths and achievements.
• Organize and represent the company at industry events, conferences, and trade shows.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in marketing, business, communications, or a related field and 5 years of experience

• Proven experience in proposal development, marketing, or a related role within the construction or professional services industry.

• Strong proposal management skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe, In-Design

• Knowledge of the heavy civil and industrial construction industry is an advantage.

• Creative thinker with a strategic mindset.

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Ames Construction is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.