Proposal Specialist

Position Summary

Southland Industries is currently seeking a Proposal Specialist to join our team. If you are creative, a self-starter, and love putting together proposals that will help move our business forward, we want to hear from you!

Position Details

• Develops prequalification and bid proposal package preparation and submissions as requested.
• Establishes and maintains file structures for project specific Request for Qualification (RFQ) and Bid Proposals.
• Manages client generated RFQ and documents, Southland developed response, and final submission documentation within file structure.
• Manages bid proposal preparation including, but not limited to, scope, resumes, project lists, organization charts, and any collateral/support documentation.
• Assists with developing deliverable list, timeline for document preparation, submission requirements and responsibilities and final package submission.
• Partners with internal clients and team members to develop Power Point presentation design and content.
• Partners with Marketing to develop and implement tools and procedures to ensure future project documentation is published and maintained according to Southland standards.
• Compiles and coordinates with Marketing team to maintain project data to be used for press releases, project profiles, and case studies for print and website use. Coordinates media opportunities and trade show scheduling with Marketing.

Qualifications 

• Bachelor's Degree in English, Marketing or Communications required or equivalent work experience.
• Minimum 2 years' experience in writing, editing and researching to prepare, print and submit online technical documentation, including preparation of proposals.
• Project Management experience preferred.
• Adobe Creative Suite experience strongly preferred.
• Unanet or Asana experience is a plus.
• Experience in Service or Construction industry preferred.
• Good project management skills with ability to meet assigned deadlines.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong research and analytical skills.
• Ability to write, edit and proofread content.
• Strong multi-tasking and prioritization skills.
• Competent in MS Office, MS Visio

Benefits

As a 100% employee-owned company, we offer a comprehensive benefits package for you and your family:

• 401(k) plan with 50% company match (no cap) and immediate 100% vesting
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (100% paid for employee)
• Annual bonus program based upon performance, achievement, and company profitability
• Term life, AD&D insurance, and voluntary life insurance
• Disability income protection insurance
• Pre-tax flexible spending plans (health and dependent care)
• Paid parental leave
• Paid holidays, vacation, and personal time
• Training/professional development opportunities and company-paid memberships for professional associations and licenses
• Wellness benefits 

About Southland Industries

As one of the nation’s largest MEP companies, Southland Industries is built on the foundation of great people. Since 1949, we have put our people first, enabling growth, professional achievement, and innovation. If you want to join a fast-paced environment where you’re engaged, challenged, and valued, apply now to join our dynamic team.

To learn more about careers at Southland, explore our career opportunities, follow us on social media, and check out our website.

Southland Industries and all its subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing our employees with a safe work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Southland Industries are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, medical condition, marital status, family care or medical leave status, veteran status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Southland Industries will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. 

Contingent Employment: All employment offers are contingent upon successful drug tests, background checks, and professional reference checks. Roles that include driving as an essential job duty will be required to have a successful Motor Vehicle Record check (MVR). We are not able to offer sponsorship of employment at this time.

External Agency Announcement: Its Southland Industries' policy not to accept candidate submissions from recruiting agencies without an active and authorized work order. Candidate ownership can only be established after a bona fide work order is issued by a member of the Southland Industries Talent Acquisition team and the candidate is appropriately submitted through our Applicant Tracking System (ATS).