ESI is seeking a Proposal Development Specialist to join our team in Kennesaw, Georgia. The Proposal Specialist will manage the proposal development process, including leading proposal kickoff meetings, defining win themes, setting pursuit timeline and enforcing deadlines for the team, leading the proposal production, and coordinating proposal review with the Executive Team. The proposal production involves researching, writing, editing, proofreading, and producing proposals, statements of qualifications, resumes, and project descriptions in compliance with various requirements, schedules, and budgets. The ideal candidate would have a minimum of 5 years of proposal development experience for Heavy Industrial EPC Projects in the $50+ million range.

Proposal Development Specialist

Responsibilities:

1. Manage the proposal development process
2. Lead proposal kickoff meetings
3. Lead proposal teams, assigning proposal tasks to others and ensuring assignments are complete
4. Develop compliance outlines and internal proposal production schedules
5. Execute cohesive and compelling sales case throughout proposal document
6. Incorporate resumes, project descriptions, and other marketing materials
7. Develop content for proposals including written portions and supporting graphics
8. Coordinate with graphic designers to create the needed graphics for inclusion in proposals
9. Write, edit, and proofread proposal content
10. Consult with engineering, project management, and project controls as needed for proposal development
11. Receive guidance/collaboration as requested or as needed, particularly on strategic-level submittals
12. Communicate with the client throughout the proposal development process
13. Document all client feedback including win/loss summary
14. Maintain continuous improvement in the proposal development process
15. Communicate with the Executive Team throughout the proposal development process
16. Assist marketing with written content including editing and proofreading
17. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while coordinating multiple projects and multiple deadlines

Requirements:

1. Bachelor’s Degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing or another related field
2. Minimum of five years of proposal development experience, with at least three years in a technical environment
3. Minimum of three years of experience with technical writing
4. Excellent writing and proofreading skills
5. Perform a self-check of work prior to submitting to others for review/approval
6. Proposal development experience for Heavy Industrial EPC Projects in the $50+ million range is a PLUS

Company

ESI Inc. of Tennessee is a design engineering and construction firm that specializes in steam and power generation facilities. We are the Steam & Power SPECIAL FORCES® providing clients with innovative, cost-effective, and environmentally-friendly solutions. For additional information, please visit our website at www.esitenn.com.

ESI is an employee-owned company that offers competitive salaries, a complete benefits package, a hybrid work model and only works a half-day on Fridays.

ESI is an equal opportunity employer. Background screen and substance abuse testing is a condition of employment. ESI does not sponsor employees for immigration benefits or immigration status.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

1. 401(k)
2. Dental insurance
3. Health insurance
4. Health savings account
5. Life insurance
6. Paid time off
7. Professional development assistance
8. Relocation assistance
9. Tuition reimbursement
10. Vision insurance

Schedule:

1. Monday to Friday

Education:

1. Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

1. Proposal Development: 5 years (Preferred)
2. Technical Writing: 3 years (Preferred)
3. Content Development: 5 years (Preferred)
4. Proofreading: 5 years (Preferred)
5. Copy editing: 5 years (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

1. Kennesaw, GA 30144 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

1. Kennesaw, GA 30144: Relocate with an employer provided relocation package (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Kennesaw, GA 30144

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