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Proposal Development Specialist

DnvOakland, CAApril 12th, 2026
About us We are the independent expert in assurance and risk management. Driven by our purpose, to safeguard life, property, and the environment, we empower our customers and their stakeholders with facts and reliable insights so that critical decisions can be made with confidence. As a trusted voice for many of the world s most successful organizations, we use our knowledge to advance safety and performance, set industry benchmarks, and inspire and invent solutions to tackle global transformations. About the role The proposal coordinator is responsible for reviewing and processing requests for proposals (RFPs) from clients, communicating with internal and external stakeholders, maintaining positive client relationships, and ensuring compliance with requirements and best practices. The proposal coordinator will work collaboratively with multiple teams to develop high-quality proposals that meet client and RFP requirements. What You'll Do Review and process RFPs to ensure clarity, coherence, and alignment with client and RFP requirements Communicate with internal and external clients to clarify requirements and address any proposal inquiries Maintain positive client relationships throughout the proposal process Manage data with integrity across various platforms Coordinate approximately 15-20 proposals per week, and therefore must be organized, proactive, detail-oriented, and motivated Must be comfortable holding others accountable for providing information in a timely manner in order to ensure that proposal due dates are met Support the Growth team with proposal development activities, team communications, and many other elements of the proposal development process Work collaboratively with multiple teams to ensure proposals are on time and proper approvals are received Apply proposal process, methodology, and best practices Maintain compliance with requirements, internal controls, and external regulations Be among the first points of contact for the TMs/ATMs when a response to an RFP or other bid document is requested Consult with the clients, submit questions, and request clarification to help complete the proposal Manage proposal projects from initiation to completion Coordinate with internal teams to gather required information for proposals as needed Review and edit proposals for accuracy and completeness What we offer Generous paid time off (vacation, sick days, company holidays, personal days) Multiple Medical and Dental benefit plans to choose from, Vision benefits Spending accounts FSA, Dependent Care, Commuter Benefits, company-seeded HSA Employer-paid, therapist-led, virtual care services through Talkspace 401(k) with company match Company provided life insurance, short-term, and long-term disability benefits Education reimbursement program Flexible work schedule with hybrid/remote opportunities Charitable Matched Giving and Volunteer Rewards through our Impact Program Volunteer time off (VTO) paid by the company Career advancement opportunities **Benefits vary based on position, tenure, location, and employee election** How We Do It We Care, We Dare, We Share DNV is a proud equal-opportunity employer committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, or business need, without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. DNV is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunity, including providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with a disability. US applicants with a physical or mental disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process may contact the North America Recruitment Department (hrrecruitment.northamerica@dnv.com). Information received relating to accommodations will be addressed confidentially. DNV is proud to announce being named one of Houston s best places to work in the 2022 Houston Business Journal Best Places to Work competition. For more information https://www.eeoc.gov/know-your-rights-workplace-discrimination-illegal Read more here Diversity and inclusion in everything we do every day - DNV Meet our employees - DNV About DNV DNV Careers Please visit our website at www.dnv.com About you Associate Degree from an accredited institution 2 years past administrative experience or tenure in an office setting Proficient with standard office platforms, such as Microsoft Office Data management and entry skills, including the ability to maintain and improve filing systems Excellent communication skills including verbal and written communication skills Attention to detail and problem-solving skills Aptitude for learning new software and systems Strong time-management skills and multitasking ability Ability to work well independently and in collaboration with others Strong conflict management and problem-solving skills; ability to maintain confidentiality Ability to prioritize and organize workload, adapt to changes/demands, conduct research as needed, and be accountable to deadlines Travel up to 10% domestically Strong written and verbal English communication skills We conduct a pre-employment background check and drug screen *Immigration-related employment benefits, for example visa sponsorship, are not available for this position* As required by the Pay Transparency laws in Colorado, New York City, California, Washington, and Connecticut, DNV provides a reasonable compensation range for roles that may be hired in those locations. Actual compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors, including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, and specific office location. For the states of Colorado, New York City, NY, California, Washington, and Connecticut only, the range of starting pay for this role is $50,000-$65,000USD Requisition #cm0vhlbzw001908l7cdza8ula