DLR Group
DLR Group is an integrated design firm with a promise to elevate the human experience through design. This fuels the work we do around the world and inspires our mission to improve the lives of our clients, our communities, and our planet.
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Proposal Manager, Justice+Civic . We operate within a hybrid work model, supporting flexibility between office time and work from home. Considering this model, this role could be based in the following cities: Cleveland Chicago Dallas Denver Kansas City Minneapolis Omaha Phoenix Riverside Sacramento About Marketing Sector At DLR Group At DLR Group, the
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team provides strategic support in pursuit of new opportunities and the development of marketing materials. By leveraging a deep understanding of market trends and client needs, the team highlights the firm’s expertise and resonate with prospective clients. Position Summary The Proposal Manager leads the pursuit process and production of on-time, brand standard-compliant deliverables from RFP receipt to interview completion for the firm. The Proposal Manager will lead and produce their own pursuits while delegating and coordinating the production of specific supporting content. What You Will Do Manage multiple concurrent pursuits to on-time, compliant delivery with little oversight. Inspire a multi-disciplinary pursuit team to leverage business development intelligence, develop a persuasive win theme, and deliver content in support of the client’s needs. Synthesize complex information streams into compelling written responses to client needs and RFP requirements; edit written content from the pursuit team to match brand voice and professional style. Coach project team on presentation best practices to support win in an interview setting. Support DLR Group’s shortlist and win rate goals, with a strong conversion strategy and execution. Record discovered project and people information in the firm's database to ensure institutional knowledge. Develop and leverage your knowledge base – including industry research, business development intelligence, firm capabilities, and market sector expertise – to inform win strategies, add value, and increase the likelihood of winning. Champion DLR Group as a best-in-class brand by completing comprehensive quality control checks on materials. Collaborate with pursuit teams to produce and maintain an up-to-date library of on-brand pursuit materials. Required Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in Marketing, Communications, English, or related field. 5+ years of experience creating, writing, and editing proposals in a professional services environment, preferably the AEC industry. Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, especially InDesign; proficiency in Microsoft Suite, including PowerPoint and Teams. Eligibility to work in the United States without needing a work visa or residency sponsorship. Preferred Experience And Skills Experience leading a pursuit process to win work with private clients including Fortune 500 companies, major hotel brands/flags, and commercial real estate developers. Experience leading successful SF330s and RFQ/P responses for government and public entities. Demonstrate a sense of urgency to manage and prioritize multiple concurrent deadlines. Attention to detail and an ability to craft deliverables that comply with RFP requirements while creatively expressing the DLR Group brand and differentiators. Critical thinker who can quickly evaluate needs and recommend responsive solutions. Strong project and people management skills. Our comprehensive Benefits at DLR Group include medical, dental, vision, disability, wellness programs, flex spending, paid holidays, and paid time off. We also offer a 401(k) plan, employee stock ownership, and bonus opportunities. Compensation considerations are based on location, experience, and skills. The suggested pay range for this position is $75,000 - $100,000 USD. DLR Group is an integrated design firm delivering architecture, engineering, interiors, planning, and building optimization for new builds, renovations, and adaptive reuse projects. We are 100% employee-owned and are pursuing the goals of the 2030 Challenge, the ME2040, and the SE2050. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/M/F/Veteran/Disabled employer.
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Proposal Manager, Justice+Civic . We operate within a hybrid work model, supporting flexibility between office time and work from home. Considering this model, this role could be based in the following cities: Cleveland Chicago Dallas Denver Kansas City Minneapolis Omaha Phoenix Riverside Sacramento About Marketing Sector At DLR Group At DLR Group, the
Marketing
team provides strategic support in pursuit of new opportunities and the development of marketing materials. By leveraging a deep understanding of market trends and client needs, the team highlights the firm’s expertise and resonate with prospective clients. Position Summary The Proposal Manager leads the pursuit process and production of on-time, brand standard-compliant deliverables from RFP receipt to interview completion for the firm. The Proposal Manager will lead and produce their own pursuits while delegating and coordinating the production of specific supporting content. What You Will Do Manage multiple concurrent pursuits to on-time, compliant delivery with little oversight. Inspire a multi-disciplinary pursuit team to leverage business development intelligence, develop a persuasive win theme, and deliver content in support of the client’s needs. Synthesize complex information streams into compelling written responses to client needs and RFP requirements; edit written content from the pursuit team to match brand voice and professional style. Coach project team on presentation best practices to support win in an interview setting. Support DLR Group’s shortlist and win rate goals, with a strong conversion strategy and execution. Record discovered project and people information in the firm's database to ensure institutional knowledge. Develop and leverage your knowledge base – including industry research, business development intelligence, firm capabilities, and market sector expertise – to inform win strategies, add value, and increase the likelihood of winning. Champion DLR Group as a best-in-class brand by completing comprehensive quality control checks on materials. Collaborate with pursuit teams to produce and maintain an up-to-date library of on-brand pursuit materials. Required Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in Marketing, Communications, English, or related field. 5+ years of experience creating, writing, and editing proposals in a professional services environment, preferably the AEC industry. Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, especially InDesign; proficiency in Microsoft Suite, including PowerPoint and Teams. Eligibility to work in the United States without needing a work visa or residency sponsorship. Preferred Experience And Skills Experience leading a pursuit process to win work with private clients including Fortune 500 companies, major hotel brands/flags, and commercial real estate developers. Experience leading successful SF330s and RFQ/P responses for government and public entities. Demonstrate a sense of urgency to manage and prioritize multiple concurrent deadlines. Attention to detail and an ability to craft deliverables that comply with RFP requirements while creatively expressing the DLR Group brand and differentiators. Critical thinker who can quickly evaluate needs and recommend responsive solutions. Strong project and people management skills. Our comprehensive Benefits at DLR Group include medical, dental, vision, disability, wellness programs, flex spending, paid holidays, and paid time off. We also offer a 401(k) plan, employee stock ownership, and bonus opportunities. Compensation considerations are based on location, experience, and skills. The suggested pay range for this position is $75,000 - $100,000 USD. DLR Group is an integrated design firm delivering architecture, engineering, interiors, planning, and building optimization for new builds, renovations, and adaptive reuse projects. We are 100% employee-owned and are pursuing the goals of the 2030 Challenge, the ME2040, and the SE2050. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/M/F/Veteran/Disabled employer.
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