Sr. Proposal Manager - Federal Construction

<div> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 8pt; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;">Bristol Bay Construction Holdings Support Services, LLC (BBCH-SS) is growing! We are looking for a proposal manager to join our team to support our construction business line. The ideal candidate will work collaboratively with our teams to manage and write proposals for multiple construction proposals concurrently.</p> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 8pt; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;">We offer a great benefits package complete with medical, dental, vision, FSA, 401K matching, profit sharing, and paid time off (PTO).</p> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 8pt; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><strong>Job Location: </strong>This is a remote position.<strong> </strong></p> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 8pt; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p> <ul style="margin-top: 0in; margin-bottom: 0in;" type="disc"> <li style="margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;">May lead and mentor a team of up to four proposal managers and/or specialists.</li> <li style="margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;">Manage workload and conduct quality reviews.</li> <li style="margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;">Assess Requests for Proposal (RFP) opportunities for organizational fit.</li> <li style="margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;">Collaborate with sales and capture teams to align proposal strategies with capture plans.</li> <li style="margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;">Oversee all phases of proposal development, ensuring timely and compliant submissions.</li> <li style="margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;">Facilitate meetings and coordinate with cross-functional teams to gather and integrate proposal content.</li> <li style="margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;">Develop and manage proposal schedules, compliance matrices, and response strategies.</li> <li style="margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;">Draft and refine proposal components, including management approaches and past performance.</li> <li style="margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;">Facilitate proposal reviews and adjust responses based on feedback.</li> <li style="margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;">Create writer packages and ensure consistency across technical, management, and pricing sections.</span></li> <li style="margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;">Develop and incorporate win themes into proposals and prepare final response packages for submission.</span></li> <li style="margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;">Manage follow-up activities, including debriefs, content consolidation, and data collection.</span></li> <li style="margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;">Proactively evaluate and provide feedback on proposal processes to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.</span></li> </ul> </div> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 8pt; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"> </p> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 8pt; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><strong>Qualifications</strong></p> <ul style="margin-top: 0in; margin-bottom: 0in;" type="disc"> <li style="margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;">Bachelor’s degree </li> <li style="margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;">At least 8 years of experience in federal proposal management</li> <li style="margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;">Must have experience in federal construction industries.</li> <li style="margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;">Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple proposals and competing deadlines.</li> <li style="margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;">Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.</li> <li style="margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;">Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and English composition.</li> <li style="margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;">Familiarity with Responsive and Monday.com desired but not required.</li> </ul> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 8pt; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><strong>Competencies:</strong></p> <ul style="margin-top: 0in; margin-bottom: 0in;" type="disc"> <li style="margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;">Demonstrates integrity and upholds high ethical standards.</li> <li style="margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;">Strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.</li> <li style="margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;">Ability to adapt quickly to changing requirements and priorities.</li> <li style="margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;">Proven success in leading cross-functional teams.</li> <li style="margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;">Self-motivated with excellent time management skills.</li> </ul> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 8pt; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"> </p> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 8pt; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><strong>Work Environment:</strong></p> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 8pt; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;">This job is performed in an office setting that includes exposure to computer screens and requires extensive use of a computer, keyboard, and mouse. </p> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 8pt; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"> </p> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 8pt; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><strong>Compensation</strong></p> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 8pt; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;">$110,000 - $135,000 annually</p> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 8pt; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"> </p> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 8pt; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><strong>About Bristol Bay Construction Holdings LLC</strong></p> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 8pt; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;">Bristol Bay Construction Holdings LLC is a platform for best value subsidiaries including Aerostar, CCI, CSI, Herman, and SES brands. Subsidiary business line operations include general construction, restoration services, civil works, energy infrastructure, fuels systems, environmental services, professional services, and facility support services. Specific services our subsidiaries provide include, but are not limited to, construction including self-performance of mechanical and electrical, masonry restoration and hydro-demolition, civil works, renewable energy, fuel services, coatings, and construction, and environmental remediation and consulting. A history of high client retention and repeat business is testimony to a reputation held by all BBCH companies for quality, consistency, and dependability.</p> <p style="margin: 0in; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;">BBCH gives lawful hiring, promotion, training, and retention preference to BBCH shareholders, shareholder descendants, and shareholder spouses who meet the minimum qualifications for the position. While preference is given to these individuals, all employment decisions are based on qualifications and business needs.</p> <p style="margin: 0in; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"> </p> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 8pt; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;">We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, gender, gender-identity, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, pregnancy or parental status, or any other basis prohibited by law.</p> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 8pt; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"> </p> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 8pt; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"> </p> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 8pt; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"> </p> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 8pt; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"> </p>

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