Proposal Specialist - 2655

What We Offer:

Our excellent salary and benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short and long-term disability coverage, education reimbursement, 401(k), performance bonuses, and an employee stock program. Employee Resource Groups and Programs offered include the Young Professionals Group, Women at Wade Trim, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, Professional Development, Leadership Development, Rotation Program, Mentor Program, Sustainability Program, and Wellness Program.

Position Description:

Rapid growth is creating a need to expand our staff to support business development efforts. Wade Trim's team of 20+ marketing professionals support business development for four client market segments - Water Resources; Community Design; Industrial, Commercial, and Energy; and Transportation. As a consulting engineering firm, we win a significant amount of work through a competitive procurement process. Proposals are developed in accordance with each client's Request for Proposal (RFP) requirements. Our Proposal Specialists work closely with Project Managers to develop proposals that highlight our staff qualifications, similar previous experience, and approach to completing the work. 

Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in English, communications, or marketing and at least five years of related experience. Excellent organizational, facilitation, communication, writing, and editing skills are critical. Experience with Adobe InDesign and Unanet CRM are preferred.

A flexible hybrid-remote work schedule is available after 90 days of employment. 

• Develop proposals and qualifications packages in conjunction with Project Managers for clients and prospective clients in all market segments
• Provide writing and editing support to Project Managers in the development of proposals
• Work collaboratively with other Proposal Specialists and marketing staff
• Work with Graphic Designer to develop effective graphics for proposals and presentations
• Coordinate and communicate effectively with subconsultants and primes
• Conduct research to support proposal development
• Assist with presentations for shortlisted proposals
• Maintain master proposal information
• Maintain a safe working environment 

• Bachelor's Degree in English, Communications, Marketing, Business, or Humanities

• 5 or more years of experience working in a business environment, preferably in the AEC Industry
• Excellent organizational, facilitation, communication, writing, and editing skills
• Familiarity with Adobe InDesign and Unanet CRM preferred
• Experience using Microsoft Word and PowerPoint

About Wade Trim:

Wade Trim is committed to maximizing the value of infrastructure investments. We’ve been solving complex engineering challenges for nearly a century. We customize our work approach to fit each project using a collaborative, friendly style to deliver solutions our clients can stand behind.

Our supportive culture recognizes and strives to fulfill collective client, company, and individual needs. Mentoring and building skills of Wade Trim staff is a priority. Frequent interaction among staff is encouraged, company leadership is easily accessible, and opportunities are provided for staff to help shape the firm’s future through strategic planning. Work/life balance is supported through a flexible, hybrid work schedule that brings team members together in the office at least two days a week and connects them virtually when working from home.

To solve our clients’ toughest challenges, we’ve devoted ourselves to delivering innovative solutions. Our Office of Applied Technology (OAT) is dedicated to seeking new technologies or ways to apply existing technologies to enhance value to our clients and positively impact communities. All staff are encouraged to share ideas and suggestions for innovative technologies or processes to adopt. This open-minded approach enables us to advance technology, foster innovation, and stay ahead of our clients’ needs.

Wade Trim’s success is shared by the employees that make it happen. Since our beginning, our firm has been 100% employee owned. This cultivates an ownership mindset that benefits our work approach, collaborative culture, and ability to deliver client solutions. We believe employee ownership drives the sustainability and growth of our firm and provides all our employees with opportunities for financial success.

If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding career in a friendly environment, please submit your resume by visiting the Careers section of our website at http://www.wadetrim.com/careers.

Wade Trim is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.