Proposal Development Specialist

4 weeks ago


Calgary, Alberta, Canada Phasor Engineering Inc Full time

Company Overview: PHASOR Engineering Inc. is a progressive company based in Alberta, dedicated to the engineering, design, and testing/commissioning of high voltage electrical facilities. We leverage cutting-edge technology, including IEC 61850, to deliver cost-effective and efficient solutions in power system engineering. Our involvement spans a wide array of projects, from initial engineering to commissioning and startup.

Position Summary: We are seeking a Tender Coordinator/Technical Writer to enhance our rapidly expanding engineering team. This role, reporting to the Director of Business Development and technical leads, encompasses the following responsibilities:

  • Assessing project opportunities and crafting summaries to guide bid/no bid decisions.
  • Coordinating and developing responses to RFPs related to transmission, substations, distribution, telecommunications, surveys, or fabrication.
  • Collaborating with engineering teams to edit and compose technical project reports and manuals that support project execution.

The Tender Coordinator will engage with clients, internal departments, and subject matter experts throughout the bid lifecycle, providing essential support in identifying opportunities, gathering information, and formulating strategies to enhance proposal content and maintain a consistent brand message.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Serve as the primary point of contact with clients during the bidding process, from initial inquiries to post-bid follow-ups.
  • Identify deliverables for responses, establish submission timelines, and communicate roles and responsibilities to the response team.
  • Facilitate proposal kick-off and review meetings, track action items, and maintain communication with team members regarding deadlines and requirements.
  • Proofread proposals to ensure adherence to company standards for accuracy, quality writing, and marketing focus.
  • Ensure all tenders, proposals, and qualification submissions are of high quality, compliant, and effectively communicate our capabilities and service value.
  • Submit proposal responses through various systems and methods, including electronic submissions, online bid portals, email, and hard copies.
  • Assist in developing and implementing win strategies, key messages, marketing themes, and differentiators in proposal submissions.
  • Coordinate and document Bid Debriefs and Lessons Learned for future submissions.
  • Create and update boilerplate documents, templates, project profiles, and team member resumes.
  • Manage documentation and distribution of client materials to the response team.
  • Maintain information in internal systems while adhering to document control and reporting requirements.
  • Interpret and edit technical documents to ensure clear communication of calculations, modeling, and analysis. Collaborate with technical staff to clarify wording and maintain the original intent of reports.

Qualifications:

  • Post-Secondary Degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, Engineering, or a combination of relevant education and experience.
  • Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Tender Coordinator or in a similar role within the Engineering or Utilities sectors.
  • Project Management experience and/or training is an asset.
  • Proven technical writing experience.
  • Experience working in a schedule-driven environment.

Benefits:

  • Comprehensive dental care
  • Disability insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Extended health care
  • Life insurance
  • On-site gym
  • On-site parking
  • Paid time off
  • RRSP matching
  • Vision care
  • Wellness program


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