Advanced Technology Group is currently seeking a talented Proposal Writer to lead the Estimation and Proposal Group in support of Business Development for the company. This qualified candidate will come with DoE industry knowledge, as well as strong writing and organizational skills.

This position leads the estimation and proposal group and studies customer requirements relating to the commercial and technical aspects of all RFP’s. The Proposal Manager will lead the effort of putting all of the necessary information together in order to submit a proposal that will give our company the greatest possible chance of securing the contract. Attention to detail and strong organizational skills will be necessary to put together a thoughtful and elegant written proposal.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

•  Read and interpret technical specifications and customer RFP requirements.
• Clearly and accurately convey descriptions of processes and intentions in response to the RFP.
• Work with the Estimators, Engineers and Sr. Management to gather all important information that must be conveyed in our proposal.
• Assist in developing partnerships with key customers.
• Represent Advanced Technology Group in a professional, courteous manner.
• Customer liaison duties as needed within Advanced Technology Group
• Works with a sense of urgency to provide proposals that meet technical, commercial and profitability requirements.
• Identify, document and categorize risks as appropriate during the proposal development process.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES; The Proposal Manager will be responsible for managing the estimation group. This will include providing direction on estimate strategy, labor and materials quotations and ensuring that estimates are completed prior to the proposal due date. All estimators will report to the Proposal Manager.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor”s degree (B. A.) or equivalent preferred; or minimum of five (5) years related experience and/or training in these markets; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience in writing proposals DoE directly or Tier 1 suppliers is preferred.
• Understanding of custom manufacturing is preferred.

SKILLS and ABILITIES:

• Must be well-rounded individual with strong writing skills.
• Communication skills must be concise and thorough.
• Posses excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Must have strong collaboration skills.
• Must have experience and a knowledge in MS Office and Adobe Pro software.

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