Proposal Writer

We are currently seeking an entry-level Proposal Writer in Sarasota, Florida at our Siesta Key office.

• Coordinate proposal development through all stages, including RFP review, technical and narrative writing, editing/proofreading, production, and submission.
• Work alongside the proposal team to build a preliminary technical approach, identify win themes, address challenges, determine the estimated level of effort, create a pricing strategy, and draft a Work Breakdown Structure (WBS).
• Write and prepare compelling responses in tandem with the proposal team, SMEs, and management, including the cover letter, executive summary, past performance, project management, and technical specifications.
• Collaborate with marketing to generate new graphics to optimize the proposal impact.
• Support other departments with additional proofreading/writing tasks as needed.
• Work with management to review proposal documents (both RFx, any amendments, and the response) and acquire final sign-off.
• Format and edit/proofread all proposals for accuracy, uniformity, and compliance before submission.
• Contribute to the development of boilerplate documents for use in future proposal development efforts.

• BA in English, communications, or related field.
• Knowledge of proposal writing or business writing or technical writing
• Proficient with MS Office, especially Word and Excel
• Understanding of business development lifecycle
• Organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage time well so as to handle multiple projects at once
• Graphic design is a plus