Proposal Specialist

at  Dillon Consulting Limited

THE OPPORTUNITY

Dillon Consulting is seeking motivated candidates to fill several positions available for a Proposal Specialist to join our Business Development and Sales (BDAS) group. The addition of a new Proposal Specialist is part of an exciting new approach to managing our proposal sales operations in Dillon!
This key role within the Business Development and Sales Team requires a detail-oriented professional who collaborates effectively, in a fast-paced environment that is highly deadline oriented. The ideal candidate is a high energy, team player passionate about creating proposals that are more effective, efficient, and engaging.
This is a 1-year maternity coverage with a possibility of extension based on the business needs. We offer flexible work hours and remote working options to help balance the competing demands of work and personal life. At Dillon, we operate as one team. This position is available at any of Dillon’s offices in Canada.
Proposal Specialist reports directly to the Proposal Support Manager and works closely with the Director of Business Development and Sales, Submission Managers, Marketing Specialists, Graphic department, and other executives/associates, on assigned pursuits. They are responsible for the direct, hands-on production of proposals and presentation materials and the development, growth, execution, and representation of the Dillon brand. The role is specialized for individuals with a high attention to detail, outstanding writing and editing abilities, outstanding time management skills, and expert knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite.
If you are driven by reliability, achievement, continuous development and creativity then our values align and we highly encourage you to apply for this exciting role.
Responsibilities:

• Knowledge of proposal management/development best practices including project management, content analysis, compliance matrix development, and value proposition development
• Ability to write and organize compelling content is required
• American Proposal Management Professionals(APMP), Canada Certification, considered an asset
• Experience in a professional services consulting firm (environmental/engineering/planning) considered an asset
• Experience with Adobe Creative Suite considered an asset
• Superior verbal and written communication skills to effectively establish relationships and articulate clear ideas
• Ability to influence without authority and work well with a variety of team structures and individuals, virtually and in person
• Proven expertise in Microsoft Office Suite
• Excellent attention to detail, highly organized, and motivated with strong time-management skills
• Ability to multi-task, being flexible and manage multiple projects simultaneously with firm deadlines
• Client focused; adopting client perspective in all interactions
• Skilled at researching information using internet and other research tools
• Overtime and irregular hours may be required periodically