Proposal Manager - DOT, Heavy Civil

POSITION: Proposal Manager – Heavy Civil

LOCATION: Orem, UT

JOB SUMMARY:

The Proposal Manager leads WW Clyde’s proposal team and is responsible for the planning, coordination, and production of high-quality proposals across the company. This role manages proposal efforts for DOT transportation pursuits as well as private clients, state agencies, water districts, alternative delivery projects, and other work that requires formal proposals. The Proposal Manager will drive strategy, oversee content development and quality, and ensure that all submittals are compliant, compelling, and aligned with WW Clyde’s brand and values.

Join WW Clyde – Where Your Work Matters

At WW Clyde, we are committed to setting the standard in heavy civil construction, delivering high-quality, complex infrastructure projects across the Intermountain West. Our reputation is built on innovation, integrity, and excellence, reflecting our belief that success is defined not just by what we build, but by how we build it.

Our employees are the driving force behind our success. We cultivate an environment where talent is developed, leadership is fostered, and long-term careers are built. At WW Clyde, you are not just taking a job—you are joining a team that invests in your growth, expertise, and future.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead, manage, and develop WW Clyde’s proposal team, including assignment of pursuits, workload balancing, and coaching team members.
• Manage proposal efforts for DOT transportation, private clients, state agencies, water districts, alternative delivery projects (design-build, CMGC, CMAR), and other heavy civil pursuits requiring formal proposals or qualifications.
• Lead responses to RFQs and RFPs, including planning, schedule development, strategy meetings, content coordination, layout, and final production.
• Work closely with operations, estimating, business development, and executive leadership to define win strategies, themes, and key messages for each pursuit.
• Oversee the development, review, and refinement of technical content, ensuring proposals are compliant, clear, and client-focused.
• Direct creation and maintenance of proposal resources, including project profiles, resumes, statistics, narratives, photos, and past performance information.
• Coordinate development of interview and presentation materials and support operations teams in preparing for and delivering client interviews.
• Ensure consistency in brand, messaging, and quality across all proposals and marketing materials produced by the proposal team.
• Support the use and continuous improvement of CRM and proposal databases to track opportunities and maintain accurate client and project information.
• Complete other assignments as directed by leadership.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum 6 years of proposal experience in the heavy civil construction, engineering, or related industry.
• Previous experience serving as a Proposal Manager or in a lead proposal role managing complex, multi-stakeholder pursuits.
• Demonstrated experience with proposals for DOT transportation, public owners, and other infrastructure clients (such as state agencies and water or utility districts); experience with alternative delivery (design-build, CMGC, CMAR) strongly preferred.
• Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills, with the ability to translate technical input into clear, persuasive proposal content.
• Proficiency in Adobe InDesign and Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook); experience with other Adobe Creative Cloud applications and CRM systems is a plus.
• Proven ability to manage multiple deadlines, set priorities, and deliver high-quality work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with technical and non-technical staff at all levels.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and self-directed, with a strong sense of accountability and ownership.

WHY WORK AT WW CLYDE?

• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with match, and profit sharing.
• Strong emphasis on training, mentorship, and opportunities to grow into expanded responsibilities and leadership roles.
• A culture grounded in safety, integrity, quality, and long-term relationships.
• The opportunity to contribute directly to major heavy civil and infrastructure projects that shape communities across the Intermountain West.

To learn more about WW Clyde and our projects, visit wwclyde.net.