Proposal Specialist II - REMOTE

Job DescriptionWhat We’re Looking For:Michael Baker International is seeking a Proposal Specialist II to support our data center sector and work collaboratively with technical leads to prepare winning proposals and presentations. The Proposal Specialist II will partner with the Sector Lead and Capture Managers to jointly lead marketing efforts, the development of proposals and interviews within the company’s best practices framework. The ideal candidate is equal parts creative and organized and possesses project management, writing, and page layout skills. He/she is skilled in working with a team to formulate a pursuit’s strategic messages. The successful candidate will have leadership qualities and demonstrate a collaborative mindset, superior communication skills, problem solving ability, organizational skills, and transparency. They will be a strategic thinker and will push the status quo for continuous improvement.What You’ll DoSupport the preparation of proposals, client presentations, client development activities and marketing initiatives.Facilitate proposal kick off meetings that define expectationsReview client RFPs, identify tasks, assign responsibilities, and develop and manage adherence to the proposal schedule by the capture teamFacilitate strategy discussions and collaborate with capture team to develop strategy and win themesSchedule and facilitate proposal review meetingsCoordinate receipt and submission of bidder RFIs to the client and distribution of responses/RFP addenda to the capture teamDevelop page layout and manage proposal documentsLead the team in the development of visual and written content for proposals; draft and/or edit proposal narrative as necessaryCommunicate and coordinate status with the proposal teamCoordinate final internal approval process and submission of proposal with capture managerFollow-up on proposal status with client’s procurement manager as appropriateWhat You Need To SucceedMinimum qualificationsBachelor's degree in Marketing, Business, Communications, Journalism, or equivalent combination of education and experience6-8 years of experience in the planning, preparation, and development of architectural and engineering proposals and qualifications packages for government and private clientsFamiliarity with the AEC industry and the data center marketExperience with graphic design/layout and Adobe InDesignIntermediate to expert skills with Microsoft Office SuiteStrong project management skillsStrong interpersonal communication skillsAbility to focus on details as well as on the big pictureOrganizational conceptual thinking skillsEffective decision making skillsTime management skills; ability to manage, organize, and prioritize project assignments to meet competing deadlinesExceptional writing, editing, and document organization skillsPreferred qualificationsExperience with the mission critical/data center marketExperience with proposal database software Deltek VisionCompensationThe approximate compensation range for this position $86,359 - $124,697 per year. This compensation range is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Actual compensation is dependent upon factors such as education, qualifications, experience, skillset, and physical work location.Why Choose UsMedical, dental, vision insurance 401k Retirement Plan Health Savings Account (HSA) Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Life, AD&D, short-term, and long-term disability Professional and personal development Generous paid time off Commuter and wellness benefitsAbout UsMichael Baker International, a leading provider of engineering and consulting services, including design, planning, architectural, environmental, construction and program management, has been solving some of the world’s most complex infrastructure challenges for more than 85 years with a legacy of expertise, experience, innovation and integrity.Based in Pittsburgh and with over 100 offices nationwide, we partner with clients on everything from roads, bridges, tunnels, mass transit, and airports, to water treatment plants, arctic oil pipelines, environmental restoration and specialized overseas construction. We serve as a trusted adviser to the communities we serve, making them safer, more accessible, more sustainable and more prosperous.We provide visionary leadership in facilitating transformational change for our clients. Our work delivers differentiating innovations and dedicated experts who challenge the status quo and share a world of diverse experience and an impassioned entrepreneurial spirit. We deliver quality of life.We Make a Difference.Michael Baker International is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Michael Baker International provides equal employment opportunity for all persons, in all facets of employment. Michael Baker International maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply for any open position for which they feel they are qualified and all will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, familial status, pregnancy or childbirth, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, status with regard to public assistance, or membership or activity in a local human rights commission, or any other legally protected status.EEO is the Law. Applicants to and employees of Michael Baker International are protected under Federal law from discrimination.It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.There is no current application deadline. Michael Baker will continue to accept applications on an ongoing basis until the position is filled or no longer needed.