Proposal Manager

Description Proposal Manager Wilson Engineers is an Arizona-based firm with over 200 professionals specializing in water and wastewater engineering and construction management services. We are committed to delivering ethical, reliable, and high-quality services to our clients through innovation, while fostering a rewarding work environment for our greatest assets—our employees. We are seeking a full-time Proposal Manager to lead our proposal development efforts and support strategic marketing initiatives. This leadership role is based in our Tempe office and requires a minimum of 5 years of experience in proposal management within the AEC industry. This is an on-site position and is not hybrid or remote. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Responsibilities: Proposal Strategy & Management Lead and manage the full lifecycle of proposal development, including Statements of Qualifications (SOQs), RFPs, and interview preparation. Collaborate with firm leadership, technical staff, and marketing team to develop win strategies, compelling content, and ensure alignment with brand standards.. Oversee proposal deadlines, resource allocation, and ensure adherence to quality standards. Review all final proposal documents for compliance to ensure error-free documents for submission. Mentor and guide proposal staff, providing feedback and professional development support. Marketing Leadership & Collaboration Partner with the Marketing Manager to align proposal efforts with broader marketing and branding strategies. Contribute to the development of marketing collateral, digital content, and event planning. Analyze proposal outcomes and implement process improvements to increase win rates and efficiency. Requirements Bachelor’s degree in marketing or related field preferred, and/or equivalent combination of education and experience Minimum of 5+ years of experience in proposal management within the AEC industry. Must have above-average experience with executing competitive RFP/RFQ proposals Proven leadership experience in managing proposal teams or processes. Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator) and Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint). Strong strategic thinking, communication, and organizational skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines. Passion for high-quality deliverables and continuous improvement. Benefits The comprehensive benefits plan offered by Wilson Engineers exceeds industry standards, and is aimed at meeting each employee's personal and professional expectations. Benefits include personal time off, paid holidays, medical, dental and vision coverage; plus a flexible spending plan and short and long-term disability. Wilson Engineers also helps in securing your financial future by offering 401k plans with employer matching. Benefits plan offered to our full-time employees: Medical Plan Vision Plan Dental Plan Group Life Insurance Short Term Disability Long Term Disability Voluntary Term Life Insurance Liberty Mutual Insurance Personal Time Off (PTO) Paid Holidays 401(K) Retirement Plan Section 125 Flexible Benefits Plan Tuition Reimbursement Employee Referral Bonus About Wilson Engineers Wilson Engineers, LLC is one of Arizona’s leading design and construction management firms specializing in the various engineering disciplines required for water, wastewater, reclaimed water, and electrical infrastructure. Since 1985, we have provided full-service engineering design and construction management services for nearly $1 billion dollars of construction projects within the State of Arizona alone. Our experience encompasses the full spectrum of civil works including: treatment facilities, supply and recharge wells, pump stations, pressure reducing valve stations, storage reservoirs, small and large diameter conveyance pipelines, and electrical and instrumentation infrastructure. We are also highly experienced in the latest water and wastewater technologies. A few examples include: membrane design for water and wastewater treatment plants, sand ballasted flocculation for water treatment plants, slip-line rehabilitation for pipelines, micro-tunneling for pipeline installation, and aquifer storage and recovery wells for deep aquifer recharge. Our staff of over 200+ professionals and support personnel is dedicated to meet the needs of every project. Specifically, our expertise includes project principals, project managers, design engineers, construction managers and inspectors, constructability reviewers, and other experienced design and construction professionals. We can carry a program, or project, from inception to completion. At every phase of planning, design, construction and start-up, we focus on achieving the owner’s goals for quality, schedule, and cost. Combining seasoned personnel, specialized expertise, and state-of-the-art management information systems, we have established a track record for successful project delivery. We apply the same enthusiasm to each project, whether it’s a $1 million upgrade or $150 million program. We believe this is the foundation for providing innovative solutions for our Arizona growing communities. Our hiring process Stage 1: Applied Stage 2: Initial Screening Stage 3: 1st Interview Stage 4: Offer Stage 5: Hired