Proposal Manager

2 months ago

Aurora, Canada Safe Roads Engineering Full time

Position: Proposal Manager - Capture Lead

Location: SRE - Hybrid

Reports to: President

Company Overview:
Established in 2013, Safe Roads Engineering (SRE) is a leading engineering consulting firm

based in Ontario, Canada. We have recently embarked on an exciting phase of company

growth. At SRE we believe in delivering exceptional results through our mission of being

quick and nimble. We pride ourselves on being able to deliver complex solutions to tight

timelines. As we continue to build our portfolio and as the business evolves, we find

ourselves strategically migrating into adjacent markets. In doing so, we are seeking a

dynamic and detail-oriented Proposal Manager to lead the preparation and submission of

high-quality proposals for engineering projects within the transportation sector.

The Proposal Manager will collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering,

business development, and marketing, to develop competitive proposals that align with

client requirements and company objectives. This role is critical in driving the growth of the

company by securing contracts for infrastructure projects such as roads and highways, rail

and transit as well as bridges and structures.

Key Responsibilities:

- Proposal Development: Lead the entire proposal process, from intake and initial

capture planning through to submission, ensuring that all technical, management,

and pricing sections are completed accurately and on time.
- Client Requirements Analysis: Review RFPs, RFQs, and other bid documents to

understand client needs and develop winning strategies tailored to specific

transportation projects.
- Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with engineering, technical experts,

and project managers to gather input for proposals, ensuring that the technical

approach, project methodology, and delivery plans are well-articulated.
- Proposal Writing & Editing: Draft, edit, and refine proposal content, including

executive summaries, project descriptions, work plans, and resumes, ensuring

clarity, persuasiveness, and compliance with client requirements.
- Compliance & Quality Assurance: Ensure all proposals meet RFP/RFQ

guidelines, company standards, and industry best practices, with a focus on

accuracy, format, and content quality.
- Proposal Strategy & Presentation: Develop proposal themes, key messaging, and

differentiators to highlight the company's strengths, technical expertise, and unique

value proposition for each opportunity.
- Timeline Management: Manage proposal timelines and deadlines, coordinating

input from multiple departments and ensuring all materials are delivered on

schedule.
- Document & Process Management: Maintain up-to-date proposal templates,

boilerplate language, and past performance documentation, while continuously

simplifying and improving proposal processes and tools.
- Client & Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate across the business to engage

with clients, gather feedback, and tailor proposals to meet specific project goals and

challenges.
- Post-submission Support: Manage any follow-up activities after proposal

submission, including responses to clarifications, presentations, and contract

negotiations.
- Data and Intelligence Gather and maintain statistics and data associated with

continually improving and increasing effectiveness.

Required Qualifications:

- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Business, Marketing, or a related field.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in proposal management, within the engineering

or transportation infrastructure sectors.
- Proven track record of managing and winning proposals for complex transportation

projects (e.g., roads, bridges, rail, transit, airports).
- Strong writing, editing, and communication skills, with the ability to create compelling

and technically sound proposals.
- Familiarity with RFP/RFQ processes and requirements, especially for public and

private sector transportation clients.
- Excellent organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage

multiple proposals simultaneously under tight deadlines.

Preferred Skills:

- Knowledge of transportation infrastructure and engineering project lifecycles.
- Experience with proposal software tools (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office

Suite, CRM tools).
- Understanding of transportation engineering standards and terminology.
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships and work

collaboratively with technical and business development teams.

What We Offer
- Opportunity to contribute to transformative transportation infrastructure projects.
- Collaborative and inclusive work environment with a focus on innovation and

professional growth.
- Competitive salary and benefits package, with opportunities for professional growth.
- Career development opportunities and support for professional certifications.
- Flexible work environment with hybrid options based in our Kingston, Aurora, an

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