Overview

LEO A DALY is a leader in the design of the built environment dedicated to transforming the human experience through the power of design. For more than 100 years, we’ve created places that inspire wonder, connect communities and enable great things. Our creative teams combine planning, architecture, engineering, interiors and program management to deliver truly integrated design.

We are a diverse collection of inventive problem solvers united by a passion for great design.

We own the impact of our work, socially, economically and environmentally. In collaboration with our clients and each other, we create innovative, thoughtful and sustainable solutions to the urgent challenges that face our world.

Responsibilities

• Executes federal client specific proposals inclusive of SF330 proposal development, production and submission for each assigned Federal Market Sector pursuit; coordinates the support of SF33 and SF1449 proposal preparation for industry partners on assigned Design-Build pursuits
• Prepares proposals, presentations, qualifications, and coordinates other marketing materials in compliance with company/brand standards while helping to maintain the best practices for all procedures
• Initiates and conducts kick off meetings (review opportunity, Go/No Go criteria and suggested win- strategy for the proposal or presentation); leads the writing process; oversees proposal reviews; monitors schedules; obtains approvals (management sign off) and follows through to proposal submission; works closely with functional departments (often across multiple offices) to assure integrated approach
• Processes inbound RFP, RFI, and RFQ requests; analyzes and outlines solicitations; coordinates formal RFIs to government contracting; communicates government RFI and amendment results to all proposal team members
• Manages and assists in the development of the proposal’s outline, schedule, and win theme; makes all content assignments to both internal and external subject matter experts; tracks and ensures completion in accordance with the proposal schedule
• Works collaboratively with Federal Client Managers, office market sector leaders and professionals, and each office’s marketing coordinator(s)
• Reviews and provides critical analysis of proposal content and quality checks for compliance
• Coordinates document development with graphic designers and print production
• Edits technical portions of proposals according to company writing standards
• Monitors proposals for accurate content and timely completion and shipping/delivery
• Creates and/or selects diagrams, tables, charts, and other graphics to clearly communicate required information in collaboration with the Federal Client Managers
• Coordinates with the company’s marketing and office marketing staff to arrange photography for appropriate projects and inclusion in the firm’s database
• Collects, verifies, and updates in the firm’s CRM
• Coordinates with project managers to collect, maintain and store appropriate images, graphics, renderings, sketches, history, and descriptions of projects
• Maintains firm-wide database of subconsultant qualifications/information while working closely with the Federal Small Business Programs Manager regarding any database information relating to small business subconsultants or prime partners
• Coordinates with Corporate Marketing other marketing initiatives, such as internal and external meetings, seminars, sponsorships, presentations and other marketing events
• Collaborates with all federal agency Client Managers to develop and implement the federal business plan; assist with market research through research initiatives to identify potential clients and assess potential opportunities based on firm’s criteria

Qualifications

• Four (4) year degree in Marketing, Journalism, Communications, or related field -OR- Eight (8) plus years of service marketing experience
• Minimum Five (5) of the Eight (8) years with demonstrated experience in providing proposal and marketing services in the A/E/C industry, specifically with DoD or GSA
• Demonstrated familiarity with best practices of capture planning, proposal development, and proposal management in all aspects of developing winning SF330 proposals
• Demonstrated ability to work efficiently under conditions of multiple concurrent deadlines and changing priorities while producing top quality proposals
• Demonstrated ability to interact at all levels of internal organization including senior management

Required Skill Requirements:

• Must exhibit high energy, enthusiasm, positive attitude and poise; articulate and confident
• Must be a critical thinker; ability to use logic and reasoning to identify strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approach to problems
• Must have strong data management skills
• Must be proficient in use and application of Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office, and Deltek Vision and /or Vantagepoint
• Excellent team, organizational and project management skills (process-oriented)
• Critical thinker; ability to use logic and reasoning to identify strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approach to problems
• Ability to effectively and efficiently manage own time while coordinating the contributions of others
• Strong proficiency in writing, editing proofreading, and layout skills
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills
• Ability to shift easily between working as part of or leading a proposal
• Strong composition and editing skills; attention to detail and full ownership of the final product quality and accuracy

Preferred Qualification:

• Active membership/certification with SMPS and/or APMP is preferred; knowledge of and certification in Shipley or other proposal development process is preferred

EEO Information

LEO A DALY Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.LEO A DALY Company, is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunity, including providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with a disability. Applicants with a physical or mental disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process may contact the Human Resources Department by phone at 469-357-4232 or by email at Recruiting@LEOADALY.com . For more information about your rights under the law, see EEO is the Law