What are the responsibilities and job description for the Remote Proposal Writer position at Lunacon Engineering Group?
Federal Experience Preferred
Do you have a passion for the construction industry? Are you seeking to grow with a thriving company that offers exceptional employee benefits and clear opportunities for advancement? Then Lunacon Construction Group is the place for you.
At Lunacon, our #1 priority is client satisfaction. We deliver construction management and general contracting services with a hands-on approach rooted in hard work, integrity, and trusted relationships. With over $1.8 billion in successfully managed projects and more than 50 years of combined leadership experience, Lunacon continues to build with excellence.
Position Summary
We are seeking a highly skilled Proposal Writer with experience in developing accurate, compelling, and timely proposals for both public and private sector construction projects ranging from $2M to $15M. Experience in local, state, and federal government proposals.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop technical proposals and cost narratives for design-bid-build and design-build solicitations
- Analyze RFPs, RFQs, and RFIs to ensure compliance and responsiveness
- Collaborate with operations, estimating, and executive teams to gather input for proposals
- Draft cover letters, executive summaries, project approaches, and past performance sections
- Maintain and update boilerplate content, resumes, and past project data
- Track deadlines and lead the end-to-end proposal development process
- Support Design-Build pursuits and participate in preconstruction services
- Lead creative thinking and win strategy discussions to strengthen proposal competitiveness
Qualifications
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Business Administration, Communications, or related field
- Equivalent work experience considered
Experience:
- 10 years in estimating or proposal development within the construction industry
- Prior management experience required
- Strong federal experience is a plus (USACE, NAVFAC, USAF, GSA, etc.)
Skills & Competencies
- Proficient in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Knowledge of P6 scheduling software and advanced estimating platforms
- Understanding of civil engineering principles and CSI divisions
- Ability to perform technical writing with clarity, accuracy, and persuasion
- Strong time management and organization skills
- Excellent communication and collaboration abilities
Travel & Physical Requirements
- Ability to travel up to 50% for proposal efforts, site visits, and teaming engagements
- Occasional lifting (up to 50 lbs) and extended time at a desk or computer
- Valid driver’s license required
- Willingness to travel by air and stay overnight for select pursuit opportunities
Why Join Lunacon Construction Group?
We invest in our people. At Lunacon, you'll gain:
- A supportive and inclusive team environment
- Unbeatable employee benefits
- Growth opportunities with a company that values your expertise
- The chance to be part of meaningful projects across the country
Ready to help us win our next big contract?