at Patrick Engineering in Chicago, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Position: Proposal Manager
Location: Chicago (Hybrid), IL
Job Id: 903-CO
# of Openings: 1
Proposal Manager
Chicago, IL (Hybrid) preferred. Other locations may be considered based on experience.
Patrick Engineering, A RINA company, is seeking a Proposal Manager to facilitate the proposal process (RFP's) with a variety of clients needing our engineering services in various markets nationwide. This includes task delegation, response editing and submission, as well as verifying compliance with client requests for all proposals.
Primary Responsibilities
Attend weekly team meetings to cover general department initiatives and contribute to problem solving strategies.
For assigned client pursuits: Analyze client request, develop plan for response (responsibility matrix) and set up response template.
Hold meeting to finalize plan with technical staff.
Coordinate, develop, edit, and format content for response. Drive development of win themes/sales messages and the incorporation of said messages into client response.
Create graphics to enhance messages.
Proofread documents for consistency/grammar.
Drive pursuit schedule
Ensure response is compliant with all client requests.
Delegate pieces of response development to other marketing department members as needed.
Coordinate physical production and shipping of materials.
Complete post-proposal checklists.
Verify that all pursuit materials adhere to Patrick brand standards.
Facilitate development of shortlist presentation materials and rehearsals.
Upon request, review other marketing department members' proposals or outlines for compliance with client requests.
Other duties as assigned.
Professional Requirements
10+ years' experience working with a professional services/consulting firm.
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator)
Strong leadership skills with the ability to set boundaries and hold others accountable.
Ability to analyze information based on relevance.
Strong attention to detail with excellent proofreading/editing skills.
Good interpersonal skills
Superior time management and organizational skills
Graphic design skills a plus
Familiarity with IDOT standards and Illinois Tollway submissions preferred.
Additional Preferences
10% travel may be required based upon business needs.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of being performed. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.
ABOUT RINA:
To continue the expansion Patrick has experienced over the past 40 years, and to capitalize on the recent acquisition made by global corporation RINA, Patrick is planning for significant growth in North and South America. RINA is a worldwide engineering consultancy firm that provides an expansive range of services across the energy and mobility, marine, infrastructure, real estate, and industrial sectors. Patrick focuses on working with clients in the infrastructure, transportation, technology, and renewable energy sectors throughout the entire process of project delivery - from planning and controls, comprehensive management services and construction, through to operations and maintenance. Combining forces with RINA presents an exciting opportunity to attract talented and multicultural people and to expand both our worldwide footprint and service offerings in new markets and application sectors.
Join our team and work on rewarding projects in a dynamic, multicultural, and energizing environment that reaches beyond geographical and cultural boundaries. Patrick's new status as a part of RINA provides opportunities for partnering with global clients, training to further advance your competencies and support your personal career development. Join us to make Patrick and RINA more successful than ever before by bringing your contributions developing innovative solutions to complex problems, delivering our mission, and achieving the challenging goals we have set for ourselves. If you share our values and our vision, please apply. Make it sure, make it simple.
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