DLR Group
Proposal Manager, Federal
DLR Group is an integrated design firm that elevates the human experience through design. We work worldwide to improve the lives of our clients, communities, and planet. If this sparks your interest, you’re in the right place.
Locations:
Omaha
Orlando
Washington, D.C.
About Marketing Sector at DLR Group
The Marketing team provides strategic support to pursue new business opportunities and develops marketing materials. By leveraging market trends and client needs, the team highlights the firm’s expertise and resonates with prospective clients.
Position Summary
The Proposal Manager leads the pursuit process and production of on‑time, brand standard‑compliant deliverables (statement of qualification, request for proposal response, and interview materials) from RFP receipt to interview completion. The Manager will lead and produce their own pursuits while delegating and coordinating the production of supporting content.
What you will do:
Manage multiple concurrent pursuits to on‑time, compliant delivery with minimal oversight.
Inspire a multidisciplinary pursuit team (designers, project managers, client leaders, and creative services) to leverage business development intelligence, develop a persuasive win theme, and deliver content that meets the client’s needs.
Synthesize complex information into compelling written responses and edit team content to match the brand voice and professional style.
Coach the project team on presentation best practices to support winning interviews.
Support DLR Group’s shortlist and win‑rate goals with a strong conversion strategy and execution.
Support DLR Group’s ROI goals and business‑development framework by identifying Random Acts of Marketing (RAM) and adhering to strong process management.
Record project and people information in the firm’s database (Vantagepoint) to preserve institutional knowledge.
Leverage industry research, business‑development intelligence, firm capabilities, and market sector expertise to inform win strategies.
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 materials such as resumes, project plates, and boilerplate information, and with graphic‑design teams to develop custom visual assets that support defined win themes.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, English, or a 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), Microsoft Suite (PowerPoint, Teams), and experience with Deltek Vantagepoint or similar databases.
Eligibility to work in the United States without a work‑visa or sponsorship.
Preferred Experience and Skills
Experience leading pursuit processes for private clients, including Fortune 500 companies, major hotel brands, and commercial real‑estate developers.
Leading successful SF330s and RFQ/P responses for government entities.
Strong sense of urgency and ability to prioritize multiple deadlines.
Attention to detail and creativity within RFP requirements.
Critical thinking and rapid solution recommendation.
Project and people‑management skills with ability to build consensus and influence senior leadership.
Benefits
Medical, dental, vision, disability, wellness, flex spending, paid holidays, and paid time off. 401(k) plan, employee stock ownership, and bonus opportunities.
Pay Range
$75,000 – $105,000 USD (location, experience, skills).
DLR Group is 100% employee‑owned and delivers architecture, engineering, interior, planning, and building‑optimization services. We champion collaboration, shared risk and reward, value‑based decision making, and technology best practices. We are pursuing the 2030 Challenge, ME2040, SE2050, and the China Accord and AIA 2030 Commitment.
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Locations:
Omaha
Orlando
Washington, D.C.
About Marketing Sector at DLR Group
The Marketing team provides strategic support to pursue new business opportunities and develops marketing materials. By leveraging market trends and client needs, the team highlights the firm’s expertise and resonates with prospective clients.
Position Summary
The Proposal Manager leads the pursuit process and production of on‑time, brand standard‑compliant deliverables (statement of qualification, request for proposal response, and interview materials) from RFP receipt to interview completion. The Manager will lead and produce their own pursuits while delegating and coordinating the production of supporting content.
What you will do:
Manage multiple concurrent pursuits to on‑time, compliant delivery with minimal oversight.
Inspire a multidisciplinary pursuit team (designers, project managers, client leaders, and creative services) to leverage business development intelligence, develop a persuasive win theme, and deliver content that meets the client’s needs.
Synthesize complex information into compelling written responses and edit team content to match the brand voice and professional style.
Coach the project team on presentation best practices to support winning interviews.
Support DLR Group’s shortlist and win‑rate goals with a strong conversion strategy and execution.
Support DLR Group’s ROI goals and business‑development framework by identifying Random Acts of Marketing (RAM) and adhering to strong process management.
Record project and people information in the firm’s database (Vantagepoint) to preserve institutional knowledge.
Leverage industry research, business‑development intelligence, firm capabilities, and market sector expertise to inform win strategies.
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 materials such as resumes, project plates, and boilerplate information, and with graphic‑design teams to develop custom visual assets that support defined win themes.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, English, or a 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), Microsoft Suite (PowerPoint, Teams), and experience with Deltek Vantagepoint or similar databases.
Eligibility to work in the United States without a work‑visa or sponsorship.
Preferred Experience and Skills
Experience leading pursuit processes for private clients, including Fortune 500 companies, major hotel brands, and commercial real‑estate developers.
Leading successful SF330s and RFQ/P responses for government entities.
Strong sense of urgency and ability to prioritize multiple deadlines.
Attention to detail and creativity within RFP requirements.
Critical thinking and rapid solution recommendation.
Project and people‑management skills with ability to build consensus and influence senior leadership.
Benefits
Medical, dental, vision, disability, wellness, flex spending, paid holidays, and paid time off. 401(k) plan, employee stock ownership, and bonus opportunities.
Pay Range
$75,000 – $105,000 USD (location, experience, skills).
DLR Group is 100% employee‑owned and delivers architecture, engineering, interior, planning, and building‑optimization services. We champion collaboration, shared risk and reward, value‑based decision making, and technology best practices. We are pursuing the 2030 Challenge, ME2040, SE2050, and the China Accord and AIA 2030 Commitment.
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