Proposal Coordinator

Graham is an employee-owned construction solutions partner that services the buildings, industrial, infrastructure, water and project finance sectors. We deliver lasting value for our clients through meticulous planning and scheduling, while upholding rigorous safety and quality standards. With offices throughout North America, our passionate and knowledgeable teams deliver projects that enable communities to thrive and people to live, work, move and grow in a rapidly changing world. With over nine decades of experience, Graham has the resources, capacity and expertise to undertake projects of every scope, scale and complexity. Join our team to deliver a better tomorrow.

We are seeking top-tier talent to join the Graham Power Services group, part of the Services division and build innovative projects in the oil, gas, petrochemical, renewable energy, power, mining, forestry, underground, heavy construction, maintenance, turnarounds and sustaining capital sectors. As a member of this collaborative team, you can expect a safe, diverse and inclusive environment, and on-going learning and career development opportunities.

**About the Role**

**As a Proposal Coordinator on the Distribution Team at Graham you will**:

- Be responsible for RFP and Pre-qualification preparation and completion ensuring timely and accurate completion of proposal submission
- Write, review and organize all technical and commercial materials of a proposal. Including tables, exhibits, and attachments, providing graphic/layout assistance to help ensure that a quality proposal is produced
- Ensure all prepared tenders, proposals and qualification submissions are high quality, compliant and communicate our capabilities and value of service
- Track submitted bids / proposals and coordinate transfer of knowledge to service delivery teams upon notification of awards
- Act as a primary liaison with the client during the bidding stage from initial inquiry to the post-bid stage
- Maintain customer engagement data
- Create and update project profiles and team member resumes
- Conduct quality assessment of proposal processes / practices and implement continuous improvement
- Attend meetings with potential customers as part of the bid proposal process
- Partner with stakeholders to participate and collaborate on new business development
- Support the team developing customized responses to client’s Budgetary Proposals, Requests for Information and Requests for Proposals
- Work with the team to understand market positions, competition, current capabilities, culture, and client drivers to effectively create proposal content and promote a competitive advantage
- Participate in Business Development meetings to better understand, customer requirements
- Support Customer Engagement strategies / priorities as requested
- Attend and host events on behalf of the Company, such as conferences, tradeshows, fairs and company celebrations
- Track and submit financial reporting data as it pertains to bid / proposal requirements

**What You Bring to the Team**
- Ability to understand, explain and respond to requirements of RFQs, RFTs, RFEOIs and RFPs
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to work well with employees at all levels of the organization
- Ability to manage multiple projects to consistently meet high standards and be attentive to quality
- Exceptional computer skills including Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Ability to work in a challenging and sometimes stressful environment with firm deadlines and multiple, concurrent assignments
- Must be proficient in grammar, spelling, and punctuation and have accurate proofreading and editing skills
- Excellent formatting, presentation and appropriate use of graphics in work
- Ability to work cooperatively in a team environment
- SharePoint or database experience an asset
- Ability to work in a deadline driven environment and work extra hours when required
- Professional demeanor, a self-motivated attitude and highly detail-oriented practices
- Self-starter and able to work with mínimal supervision; an assertive and collaborative leader
- Electrical knowledge of components or systems (4Kv-238Kv) would be an advantage

**Work Environment**
- Site location will be Coquitlam, BC
- Fast-paced, tight deadlines and high work volume
- Extended work hours per day may be necessary

**Compensation**
- $62,100 - $93,100 per annum
- Salary will commensurate with education and experience
- Excellent Flexible Health & Dental benefits plan, Life and Disability Insurance
- Pension savings plan with employer match
- 3 to 5 weeks of vacation per year, with credit for prior industry experience

Graham is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and employment selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. Graham does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, a