Proposal Development Specialist

at  Wildstone Construction Group

Wildstone is a growing, family owned and operated construction company with a diverse portfolio of projects in western and northern Canada. We’re committed to creating a collaborative, team-oriented work culture and positively impacting the communities we serve. We believe in ensuring a great work/life balance for our people and offer some outstanding benefits, including flexible work schedules, group benefits and unlimited time off.
We have a fantastic opportunity for a skilled Proposal Development Specialist to join our team in our Penticton office. If you have technical expertise in construction, craft professional and accurate proposals, and have a flair for document design and layout, this is the perfect role for you.
This is not a remote opportunity but there is the possibility of a hybrid work situation for the right candidate.
Please note: Along with your application, please submit a sample of your proposal/technical writing.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Degree or Diploma in Engineering, Construction Management, Technical Writing, or a related field or equivalent industry experience
• 1-2 years experience in construction, project management, business development, or a similar role
• 2+ years developing and producing construction proposals or similar documents requiring technical writing skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and meet deadlines
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to create compelling content and deliver presentations effectively
• Strong knowledge of MS Office applications, including Excel and PowerPoint and an aptitude for learning various computer applications
• Experience with graphic design software (Adobe Creative Suite or similar) an asset
• Tactful, diplomatic with the ability to maintain confidentiality
• Comfortable in a fast-paced, highly variable environment, and a willingness to take on a variety of duties
• Ability to utilize judgement and work with minimal supervision
• Able to take the initiative to liaise with other departments and/or external sources
  Salary - $70,000 to $90,000 per year

• Collaborating with internal experts to develop strategic approaches to differentiate our business
• Coordinating, facilitating, and/or supporting proposal pursuit and kick-off meetings
• Assisting with Request for Proposal/Request for Qualification documents from clients
• Coordinating with trade partners to gather the required documentation
• Supporting the Project Management team to facilitate a smooth handover once a project has been awarded
• Supporting additional activities within the Business Development team