What are the responsibilities and job description for the Proposal Coordinator position at SeamonWhiteside?
Description
Position Summary:
SeamonWhiteside is in search of an ambitious and talented professional to serve as the Proposal Coordinator. The Proposal Coordinator will help develop and submit proposals by providing administrative assistance and marketing materials to the proposal manager. The Proposal Coordinator will work with the proposal specialists, marketing staff, business development staff, team leaders, and clients to meet multiple proposal deadlines by preparing print ready media and supporting documentation.
A successful candidate will have a strong background in marketing, graphic design, or communications. They will be team-oriented.
The Proposal Coordinator will assist in proposal efforts for all SW offices but will have a focus on the Western Carolina and South Carolina - Midlands area. The position is open to candidates in any of our current locations including Charleston, Greenville, Summerville, Spartanburg, Charlotte, Columbia, and Raleigh. This position also has remote work flexibility.
About Us
Since the company’s beginning in 1985, we’ve blended the disciplines of civil engineering and landscape architecture from concept to completion to create places of legacy and inspiration for our clients, community, and family. There is a big difference in how engineers and landscape architects visualize a project. At SW , we approach every plan from both points of view, working together to create a successfully integrated venture. In our world, that’s a good thing.
With the goal of being the best design firm in the region, the SW leadership team continues to attract the brightest talent, each with a unique expertise in one of the many facets of land design. SW has a diverse portfolio at a variety of scales in both the public and private sectors, including mixed-use commercial developments, urban and suburban multifamily, healthcare, office, high-end resort, and parks and recreation projects.
With over 200 employees and offices in Mount Pleasant, Greenville, Summerville, Spartanburg, and Columbia, SC, as well as Charlotte and Raleigh, NC, SW inspires employees to stand behind its tagline, “Elevating the site design experience.” Company culture is at the core of who we are. SW offers a mentorship program and other professional growth opportunities.
In addition, company-sponsored events such as golf tournaments, sports teams, and happy hours, along with philanthropic endeavors, provide opportunities throughout the year to lift morale and strengthen bonds between coworkers.
Essential Job Functions
Working Environment
Requirements
Minimum Requirements:
SeamonWhiteside is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.
Position Summary:
SeamonWhiteside is in search of an ambitious and talented professional to serve as the Proposal Coordinator. The Proposal Coordinator will help develop and submit proposals by providing administrative assistance and marketing materials to the proposal manager. The Proposal Coordinator will work with the proposal specialists, marketing staff, business development staff, team leaders, and clients to meet multiple proposal deadlines by preparing print ready media and supporting documentation.
A successful candidate will have a strong background in marketing, graphic design, or communications. They will be team-oriented.
The Proposal Coordinator will assist in proposal efforts for all SW offices but will have a focus on the Western Carolina and South Carolina - Midlands area. The position is open to candidates in any of our current locations including Charleston, Greenville, Summerville, Spartanburg, Charlotte, Columbia, and Raleigh. This position also has remote work flexibility.
About Us
Since the company’s beginning in 1985, we’ve blended the disciplines of civil engineering and landscape architecture from concept to completion to create places of legacy and inspiration for our clients, community, and family. There is a big difference in how engineers and landscape architects visualize a project. At SW , we approach every plan from both points of view, working together to create a successfully integrated venture. In our world, that’s a good thing.
With the goal of being the best design firm in the region, the SW leadership team continues to attract the brightest talent, each with a unique expertise in one of the many facets of land design. SW has a diverse portfolio at a variety of scales in both the public and private sectors, including mixed-use commercial developments, urban and suburban multifamily, healthcare, office, high-end resort, and parks and recreation projects.
With over 200 employees and offices in Mount Pleasant, Greenville, Summerville, Spartanburg, and Columbia, SC, as well as Charlotte and Raleigh, NC, SW inspires employees to stand behind its tagline, “Elevating the site design experience.” Company culture is at the core of who we are. SW offers a mentorship program and other professional growth opportunities.
In addition, company-sponsored events such as golf tournaments, sports teams, and happy hours, along with philanthropic endeavors, provide opportunities throughout the year to lift morale and strengthen bonds between coworkers.
Essential Job Functions
- Create, edit, and update print ready media adherent to company standards including project sheets, resumes, and brochures in Adobe InDesign
- Edit photos and images for print ready media in Adobe Photoshop
- Prepare a variety of print media and required documentation for multiple proposals under deadlines
- Proofread and edit proposal narrative and marketing materials
- Help maintain and update accurate media and collateral libraries of marketing materials
- Search established procurement bid sources for new public proposal opportunities
- Participate in strategy meetings to coordinate proposal efforts
- Background or interest in graphic design preferred, but not required
- Excellent written, verbal, and graphic communication skills
- Strong organizational and project management skills
- Positive attitude and strong work ethic
- Excellent problem solving and critical thinking skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills - ability to effectively interact with individuals at all levels
- Ability to be both creative and analytical
- Positive, solution-oriented attitude
- Detail-oriented and accurate
- Ability to work in a team environment
Working Environment
- General office environment: Works generally at a desk in a well-lit, air-conditioned cubicle/office, with moderate noise levels
- Remote work flexibility
Requirements
Minimum Requirements:
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in marketing, graphic design, communications, business administration preferred OR high school diploma with relevant experience required.
- Experience: 2 years of experience in related role preferred
- 10 Company paid Holidays
- 100% Company paid Dental, STD, LTD, and Term Life Insurance
- Monthly Cell Phone Reimbursement
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Medical, Vision, Voluntary Term Life, Accidental, Critical Illness, Allstate Term to 100 Life Insurance, and Nationwide Pet Insurance
- 401K with employer match
- Health Savings Account (HSA)/ Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Wellness Program
- Work/Life Balance
SeamonWhiteside is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.
