Overview:
At Cumming, you will work on some of the world’s most exciting projects in a dynamic environment where your success is measured by the impact you make.
We are one of the fastest-growing project and cost management consultancies in the United States, as reflected in our top 15 ranking in ENR.
With over 35 offices globally, an extremely diverse project portfolio, and double-digit year-over-year revenue growth, the opportunities to make your mark are limitless!
In this role, you will be a member of our diverse group services team which houses human resources, accounting/finance, marketing, business development, IT, and administration.
We are not your average ‘overhead’ department instead, we build and implement creative strategies that are in line with business objectives while providing best-in-class support to the company at large…
and we do so proudly!
We are currently seeking a Proposal Coordinator to be based in our Los Angeles, CA, office.
As a member of our corporate marketing team, the Proposal Coordinator helps ensure the production of high-quality proposals that directly contribute to our organizations success.
Under general supervision, the Proposal Coordinator is responsible for facilitating cross-team efforts to produce compelling proposals that are responsive to client and contract objectives, adhere to detailed requirements, and meet strict deadlines.
This is a highly networked role that requires a professional attitude and strong work ethic.
Responsibilities:
Participate in the formulation and execution of pursuit strategy.
Prepare statements of qualifications in support of client pursuits.
Collect and maintain information related to company experience and team members for use in statements of qualifications and proposals.
Collaborate with the corporate marketing team on the development of marketing campaigns and programs.
Analyze Requests for Proposals/Qualifications (RFPs/Qs) and similar enquiries and ensure that responses meet all requirements while adhering to Cumming standards for branding and quality.
Support simultaneous proposal responses from start to finish.
Demonstrate discretion and judgment when communicating with clients, partners, and colleagues.
Work with team members across the company, as well as teaming partners, to develop required proposal information.
Research and write company project descriptions and team member resumes.
Produce and prepare high-quality proposal materials under strict deadlines.
Provide administrative support to the proposal team as required.
Assemble, package, and ship or submit proposals by precisely following RFP/Q instructions.
This may include travelling to local client offices to hand-deliver proposals.
Perform other duties associated with the above responsibilities, as well as additional duties assigned by supervisor.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree in English, Business Administration, Communications, Marketing, Journalism, or equivalent is preferred.
1-2 years’ of experience in proposals, technical writing, and/or marketing, preferably in the A/E/C industry.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint), Windows OS, as well as Adobe InDesign or desktop publishing is preferred.
ADDITIONAL SKILLS AND REQUIREMENTS:
Independently follow instructions, pre-established templates, and team guidelines to complete complex tasks.
Exercise creativity and resourcefulness in completing tasks accurately in a compressed timeframe.
Anticipate work needs and proactively accomplish tasks with minimal direction.
Learn and apply new concepts, practices, and procedures quickly and to a high level of quality.
Accurately estimate the time required to complete assignments and meet strict deadlines.
Multi-task, prioritize, and work efficiently on multiple complex projects.
Work varied hours as required, including weekends and evenings if necessary.
Perform at high levels in a fast-paced, ever-changing work environment.
Energetic self-starter who can work independently and as part of a team.
Exercise tact and judgement at all times.
Thoughtful and effective communicator.
Exhibit flexibility in adapting to all situations.
Develop and nurture internal relationships.
Strong organizational abilities.
Dependable, diligent, and thorough.
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