Proposal Writer

Position Overview

Woolpert is hiring a Proposal Writer to join our dynamic Proposal Department. This position reports to the Technical Writer Team Leader and will be responsible for providing technical writing and editing support for the surface transportation sector's proposal materials and content. Qualified candidates will be comfortable interviewing subject matter experts, drafting content, incorporating feedback, and managing quick-turnaround review cycles. Priority will be given to candidates with specific writing experience within the surface transportation industry.

We are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position. Applicants must already possess work authorization in the country the job is located.

What You Will Do:

• Write and maintain new proposal documents (resumes, project descriptions, boilerplate text, etc.) that meet company-defined standards. This includes placing appropriate graphics and editing for grammar and punctuation.
• Update employee master resumes.
• Work with proposal managers and coordinators to develop and/or update writing guidelines and standards.
• Review current proposal documents (resumes, project descriptions, boilerplate text, etc.), revising to meet company-defined standards.
• Maintain proposal materials within various document repositories.
• Act as a resource to proposal coordinators for proposal preparation, including assisting with overflow support.
• Perform editorial quality assurance/quality control checks on proposal submittals.

What You Will Bring:

• Education/Experience: BA/BS degree in related field or six (6) years of related experience.
• Software: Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Acrobat.
• Attributes: Detail oriented, focused, supportive, collaborative.
• Travel: Must be willing to travel up to 10%.
• Overtime: Rare.

Preferred Skills:

• Background in surface transportation industry proposal writing (highly preferred).
• Background in GIS writing (added bonus).
• Skill in Adobe Creative Suite.
• Good presentation skills.
• High-quality writing (technical and creative) skills.
• Strong project management and organizational skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Can develop and manage cross-functional relationships.

Benefits You Will Love

Certified as a Great Place to Work, Woolpert is one of the fastest-growing architecture, engineering, and geospatial companies in the world. With over 75 offices and countless projects around the globe, you’ll work on meaningful assignments that improve quality of life around the world. In addition to offering competitive pay, we provide employees with a robust set of unique benefits, including:

• Freedom to Work program: Set your own schedule and location (as appropriate).
• Principal program: Earn the opportunity to become an owner of the firm.
• Flexible paid time off/vacation: Take time off when it makes sense for you and your team.
• Career development: Explore a wide range of learning and growth opportunities within and across industries.
• Health, life, vision, and dental insurance: Cover all your medical bases.
• Paid sick time, retirement plan, fitness reimbursement, pet insurance, identity protection, technology stipend, employee assistance program, and more!