Proposal Writer at Swinerton Builders in Sacramento, California

Job Description:

Job Description Summary:
Under supervision from local leadership, support Pursuit teams in creating written proposal content that accurately represents company capabilities and meets the objectives of requests for proposals and qualifications (RFQ/Ps) in support of winning new work.

The role is based out of Sacramento; hybrid home/office work environment okay. In either situation, must be able to work independently, take ownership of content, and meet tight production schedules.

Job Description:

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

• Work closely with leadership and subject matter experts to curate compelling content for specific RFQ/P sections (e.g. tailored approaches and unique relevant experience).


• Create, manage, and update technical narratives (services, processes, etc.) within Swinerton's Knowledge Base (Unanet) to serve as firm's national content library.


• Ensure that generated content is accurate, adheres to Swinerton's Writing Style Guide, and tailored to nuanced requirements of each opportunity.


• Investigate the project background and client profiles, and work with the Pursuit Champion and Marketing Proposal Lead to develop and incorporate appropriate message points and owner needs into proposal narratives.


• Coach project team members in development of bullet points and summaries for response narratives.


• Gather and compose technical information into digestible proposal narratives.


• Work in close partnership with creative services/visual communications team members to create strong corresponding graphics.


• Provide editing and proofreading services to the regional Marketing team.


• Serve as an internal mentor/trainer in writing fundamentals.


• Stay abreast to construction trends and market focuses to generate new ideas to draw industry attention.


• Ensure brochures, website, and blogs are current and contain latest content.


• Together with Director of Marketing and Communication Manager, identify and repurpose top-performing pieces to further reach and expand audience.


• Brainstorm and strategize with larger marketing and communications team to develop new ideas for content (case studies, award nominations, presentation synopsis, etc.).


• Other writing and editing responsibilities as assigned.

MINIMUM SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Journalism, English, or Business Writing, or related studies with degree in Architecture, Engineering, or Construction Management.


• Demonstrated ability to write effectively and communicate in a clear and compelling manner, with a strong command of English grammar and unwavering attention to detail.


• Exceptional organizational, planning, and project management skills.


• Strong work ethic and problem-solving skills with a hands-on and team-oriented attitude.


• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.


• Proficiency using Adobe Creative Suite (primarily InDesign) for professional document design, layout, and production is a plus.

SUMMARY OF BENEFITS:

This role is eligible for the following benefits: medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company matching, Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP), individual stock ownership, paid vacation, paid sick leave, paid holidays, bereavement leave, employee assistance program, pre-tax flexible spending accounts, basic term life insurance and AD&D, business travel accident insurance, short and long term disability, financial wellness coaching, educational assistance, Care.com membership, ClassPass fitness membership, and DashPass delivery membership. Voluntary benefits include additional term life insurance, long term care insurance, critical illness and accidental injury insurance, pet insurance, legal plan, identity theft protection, and other voluntary benefit options.

Compensation Range
Annual Salary: $65,000.00 - $110,000.00