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About the Role

The Pursuit Specialist supports strategic business development by developing high-impact proposals and communications that highlight the firm’s technical expertise, experience, and creative approach. This role collaborates with technical project managers, pursuit teams, and business development leadership to shape compelling pursuit strategies and materials that articulate organizational strengths and differentiate the firm in competitive markets, while maintaining brand alignment.

Responsibilities

Support proposal writing, coordination, strategy, and development efforts for a wide range of services and business sectors.
Prepare thoughtful, engaging, and visually compelling proposals, qualifications, and promotional materials.
Collaborate with technical staff and leadership to translate complex technical information into clear, persuasive messaging.
Coordinate with business development leaders to support strategic pursuit planning and competitive positioning.
Participate in client development and account management efforts, including positioning and pursuit planning.
Support storytelling initiatives that elevate brand reputation, spotlight thought leaders and align with key accounts and market trends.
Maintain and update internal systems related to people, project experience, and pursuit information.
Ensure all materials are consistent with brand standards, quality expectations, and deadlines.

Requirements

Must have strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills.
Must have excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Must have strong organizational and project management skills.
Must have the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Must have the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
Must have proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Experience with proposal development software is a plus.
Experience in the architecture, engineering, or construction industry is a plus.

Skills

Proposal writing
Coordination
Strategy development
Communication
Persuasive messaging
Project management
Brand alignment
Storytelling

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision plans
Wellness program
Health care spending account
Wellness spending account
Group registered retirement savings plan
Employee stock purchase program
Group tax-free savings account
Life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance
Short-term/long-term disability plans
Emergency travel benefits
Tuition reimbursement
Professional membership fee coverage
Paid time off

About the Company

At Stantec, we have some of the world’s leading professionals passionate about enabling our business to be its best.
Our business teams include finance, procurement, human resources, information technology, marketing, corporate development, HSSE, real estate, legal, and practice services.
We bring diverse backgrounds, skills, and expertise and create a caring culture where everyone can thrive.
Through teamwork and collaboration, we’re building a stronger, more resilient Stantec every day.