Proposal Manager at Fisher Associates | Buffalo, NY, US | Rezi

Proposal Manager at Fisher Associates

Proposal Manager

Fisher Associates · Buffalo, NY, US

1 weeks ago

Proposal Manager

Fisher Associates · Buffalo, NY, US

13 days ago
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About the Role

Lead the full proposal lifecycle from opportunity evaluation through submission and interview preparation. Facilitate pursuit strategy discussions, kickoff meetings, go/no-go conversations, and proposal planning. Develop win themes, proposal narratives, executive summaries, value propositions, differentiators, proof points, and client-focused messaging. Manage proposal schedules, assignments, quality control, compliance, and final submissions. Write, edit, and refine proposal content, resumes, project descriptions, and supporting materials. Coordinate cross-functional teams and drive accountability throughout complex pursuits. Support interview preparation, presentation development, coaching, pursuit process improvement, and implementation of AI-enabled proposal technologies and analytics.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the full proposal lifecycle from opportunity evaluation through submission and interview preparation.
  • Facilitate pursuit strategy discussions, kickoff meetings, go/no-go conversations, and proposal planning.
  • Develop win themes, proposal narratives, executive summaries, value propositions, differentiators, proof points, and client-focused messaging.
  • Manage proposal schedules, assignments, quality control, compliance, and final submissions.
  • Write, edit, and refine proposal content, resumes, project descriptions, and supporting materials.
  • Coordinate cross-functional teams and drive accountability throughout complex pursuits.
  • Support interview preparation, presentation development, coaching, pursuit process improvement, and implementation of AI-enabled proposal technologies and analytics.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, Journalism, or related field.
  • Minimum of 10 years of experience with proposal management, pursuit management, or strategic marketing experience within the AEC industry.
  • Proven experience leading complex, high-value pursuits and influencing senior technical teams.
  • Strong understanding of capture strategy, win themes, and client-focused proposal development.
  • Exceptional writing, editing, communication, and project management skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple concurrent deadlines in fast-paced environments.
  • Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, including InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop.
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office.
  • Experience developing highly polished, visually compelling proposal and interview materials.
  • Strong understanding of layout, typography, visual hierarchy, and branded communication.
  • Ability to guide visual storytelling and collaborate on graphics, infographics, and presentation design.
  • Ability to influence teams and drive accountability without direct authority.
  • Strong strategic thinking, executive presence, and communication skills.
  • Ability to balance strategy, creativity, storytelling, and hands-on execution.
  • High standards for content, compliance, visual communication, and the overall evaluator experience.
  • Familiarity with CRM systems, proposal tools, and AI-assisted proposal platforms.

Skills

  • Proposal Management
  • Pursuit Management
  • Strategic Marketing
  • AEC Industry
  • Capture Strategy
  • Win Themes
  • Client-Focused Proposal Development
  • Writing
  • Editing
  • Communication
  • Project Management
  • Adobe Creative Suite
  • InDesign
  • Illustrator
  • Photoshop
  • Microsoft Office
  • Visual Communication
  • Layout
  • Typography
  • Visual Hierarchy
  • Branded Communication
  • Visual Storytelling
  • Graphics
  • Infographics
  • Presentation Design
  • Strategic Thinking
  • Executive Presence
  • CRM Systems
  • Proposal Tools
  • AI-Assisted Proposal Platforms

Location

  • Buffalo, NY
  • Rochester, NY
  • Syracuse, NY
  • Binghamton, NY
  • Ithaca, NY
  • Albany, NY
  • Canonsburg, PA
  • Sugar Land, TX

Work Type

  • Hybrid
  • Remote

Experience Level

  • 10+ years of experience

Education Level

  • Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, Journalism, or related field.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • 401(k) plan.
  • Company-paid life and disability insurance.
  • Generous PTO, paid holidays, and strong work-life balance.
  • Shareholders program, professional development opportunities and reimbursement, supplemental benefits, and employee groups focused on community, inclusion, and employee voice.

About the Company

  • Fisher Associates is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all individuals are respected, valued, and empowered to thrive.
  • Shape meaningful infrastructure, environmental, and community outcomes through work that has visible local and regional impact.
  • Grow in a collaborative culture where accessible leaders welcome ideas, feedback, ownership, and professional development.
  • Build your career through mentorship, technical learning, leadership opportunities, and exposure to multidisciplinary project teams.
  • Thrive in a flexible, team-driven environment that values quality, accountability, work-life balance, and long-term success.

Equal Opportunity

  • Fisher Associates is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all individuals are respected, valued, and empowered to thrive.
  • We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected status under federal, state, or local law.