Proposal Manager

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The Proposal Manager will play a key role in preparing AQ/AP technical files for large-scale projects in alternative mode. This includes effectively coordinating the flow of information from contributors to meet deadlines, tracking necessary actions to ensure a harmonized collective effort, and adhering to established deadlines and quality standards. The ideal candidate must have a deep understanding of requirements and be able to influence and lead the team to propose optimal solutions to clients.

What you will do

• Strategy Development: Define and validate a winning strategy with management approval, and ensure the team follows this strategy throughout the process.
• Project Management: Establish and maintain a detailed proposal schedule and responsibility matrix. Coordinate the team's efforts to meet strict deadlines and ensure the quality of deliverables.
• Effective Communication: Maintain clear and open communication channels among all team members, both internal and external, to ensure effective collaboration.
• Meeting Facilitation: Organize and lead regular meetings with the proposal team, including document reviews (Pink Team/Red Team/Gold Team), to track progress and quickly resolve issues.
• Content Writing and Revision: Oversee and review the work of writers to produce high-quality content that meets QA/PA requirements, while ensuring consistency and alignment of key messages and winning themes.
• Graphic Design: Collaborate closely with graphic designers to develop document templates, covers, organizational charts, and other visual elements that enhance the proposal's impact.
• Presentation Preparation: Contribute to the preparation of client meetings, workshops, and oral presentation materials to maximize the impact of proposals.
• AI Utilization: Use artificial intelligence tools to analyze tender requirements and generate narrative to enhance proposal quality.

This role could be for you if you have

• Education: University degree in language, project management, engineering, architecture, or related field. PMP or APMP certification is an asset.
• Experience: 3 to 5 years in proposal management for large-scale projects in alternative mode or PPP (P3).
• Leadership: Inspire and lead the team.
• Organization: Manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Communication: Written and oral skills.
• Collaboration: Work effectively in a team.
• Critical Thinking: Analyze and solve problems.
• Creativity: Create attractive proposals.
• Detail-oriented: Attention to detail.
• Resilience: Work under pressure.
• Flexibility: Adapt to changes.

Benefits

• RRSP with up to 5% employer matching
• Hybrid work model for corporate roles
• Employee stock ownership program
• Career growth through real development opportunities
• Transit pass reimbursement — get to work for free
• Minimum 4 weeks of vacation from day one

For the past six years, we've proudly held the distinction of being one of Canada's Top 100 Employers.

Pomerleau is a national leader in construction, delivering major projects across Canada. We believe in creating a workplace where people feel respected, supported, and empowered to grow. Our culture is built on collaboration, trust, and a shared commitment to doing great work. If this speaks to you, apply for this role or connect with one of our recruiters to learn how we can support you throughout the process.