Ignite Your Creativity as RDA's Next Proposal Coordinator!
Rinker Design Associates, LLC (RDA) is a leading provider of professional civil engineering services to both the public and private sector. We are looking for an experienced Proposal Coordinator to lead pursuit efforts; and to develop high-quality proposals, qualifications submittals, presentations, and other supporting materials. A successful candidate should be a team player with management, writing, editing, and strategic thinking skills.
Joining RDA will allow you to work alongside some of the brightest and talented professionals in the engineering industry. We pride ourselves on our strong values, ability to build lasting relationships with clients, and dedication to service. Join a team that contributes to projects that shape communities and spark innovation!
What You'll Do:
Research, write, verify, edit, proof, and format high-quality proposal documents, staff resumes, project descriptions, presentations, and marketing collateral ensuring accuracy and timely delivery
Coordinate and conduct proposal kick-off meetings with project managers and other team members to strategize and deliver winning proposals/presentations
Identify pursuit team responsibilities and oversee adherence to the proposal schedule
Provide ongoing communication regarding the proposal status to the team
Ensure compliance with the specific solicitation requirements, industry standards, and RDA guidelines
Develop and maintain boilerplate materials, i.e. service discipline narratives, project descriptions, resumes, etc.
Search for RFPs and monitor future project opportunities
Attend pre-proposal meetings and conferences, as needed
Assist with firm pre-qualifications and registrations
Coordinate and apply for project awards/design submissions
Occasional local travel
Other duties as assigned
What You'll Bring:
Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business, English, Communications, or an industry-related field
2-5 years of recent A/E/C industry experience, including preparation of qualifications statements/proposals and expressions of interest in response to RFPs/RFQs as well as shortlist presentations and other marketing materials
A thorough understanding of the proposal development process and knowledge of standard forms
Ability to juggle multiple assignments and thrive under tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Superb organization skills and ability to work independently and with a team
Excellent grammar, writing, proofreading, and oral/communication skills are required
Experience with Microsoft Office 365 (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) is required
Experience with Adobe InDesign is required
Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud desktop publishing applications (Acrobat Pro DC, CC, Photoshop CC) is preferred
Graphic design experience is preferred
Why Join RDA?
We offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes:
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401K Retirement Plan; Roth Contributions
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability
Paid time off, including 8 federal holidays + 1 floating holiday
Parental Leave
Hybrid work model
Professional/career development tracks
Positive work/life balance
RDA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and maintains a drug-free workplace.
Applicants that require an employment visa sponsorship now or in the future will not be considered.
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Numbers & Facts
Location
Glen Allen, VA
Skills
Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D)unmatched
Career Developmentunmatched
Civil Engineeringunmatched
Communication Skillsunmatched
Conferencesunmatched
Customer Relationsunmatched
Design Servicesunmatched
English Languageunmatched
Flexible Spending Accountsunmatched
Graphic Designunmatched
Industry Standardsunmatched
Internet/Online Serviceunmatched
Maintain Complianceunmatched
Marketingunmatched
Marketing Presentationunmatched
Marketing/Sales Collateralunmatched
Microsoft Officeunmatched
Microsoft Outlookunmatched
Microsoft PowerPointunmatched
Microsoft Wordunmatched
Organizational Skillsunmatched
Presentation/Verbal Skillsunmatched
Professional Servicesunmatched
Project Designunmatched
Project Trackingunmatched
Project/Program Managementunmatched
Proofreadingunmatched
Proposal Developmentunmatched
Proposal Scheduleunmatched
Request for Proposals (RFP)unmatched
Strategic Planningunmatched
Team Playerunmatched
Time Managementunmatched
Writing Skillsunmatched
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