Proposal Coordinator

Columbus, OH (Hybrid)

Salary Not AvailableMid LevelFull time

Posted 2 days ago

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Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Lead and coordinate proposal and qualification submittals from kickoff through delivery.
  • Partner with technical teams to develop compelling, client-focused content.
  • Ensure every deliverable reflects HEAPY's brand, quality standards, and commitment to exceptional client service.
  • Help strengthen our proposal library, marketing resources, and pursuit processes through continuous improvement.
  • Coordinates and produces proposals, qualifications packages, presentations, and other marketing collateral that align with HEAPY’s brand, client needs, and business development goals.
  • Collaborates with technical teams, marketing, and business development to gather, edit, and synthesize content for compelling pursuit responses.
  • Applies established standards, templates, and branding to ensure consistency and quality across deliverables.
  • Maintains and updates resume, project, and boilerplate databases to ensure accurate, relevant, and up-to-date content for reuse.
  • Participates in project planning, including proposal kickoffs, schedules, and internal deadlines; tracks inputs and follows up to keep progress on target.
  • Provides writing, proofreading, formatting, and layout support to enhance readability, clarity, and visual impact of final materials.

Requirements

  • 2-year degree in Marketing, Communications, English, Journalism, Business, or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education, experience, and/or 4-year degree in a related discipline.
  • 2- 4 years of relevant experience in proposal coordination, marketing, or administrative roles within the AEC (Architecture, Engineering, and Construction) industry preferred.
  • Develops and delivers compelling, compliant, and brand-aligned proposals and marketing materials by coordinating internal resources, managing timelines, and contributing to pursue strategy and messaging.
  • Fosters strong collaboration across technical and marketing teams to ensure timely, high-quality submissions that reflect HEAPY’s values, strengths, and client-focused solutions.
  • Maintains and enhances content libraries, tools, and processes to improve efficiency, accuracy, and consistency across all proposal and marketing deliverables.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and Adobe Creative Cloud (InDesign strongly preferred)
  • Familiarity with CRM systems and collaborative platforms such as Deltek Vantagepoint, Smartsheet, or SharePoint is a plus.
  • Strong writing, proofreading, formatting, and editing skills with a keen eye for detail and consistency.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage deadlines, coordinate inputs from multiple stakeholders, and support the development of polished, persuasive proposals and marketing materials.

Benefits

  • Built for People, Not Just Projects – a collaborative, colleague-first culture where you can do your best work
  • Thrive with HEAPY Benefits – premium medical, dental & vision coverage designed with you in mind
  • Invest in Your Future – 401(k) with competitive contributions to help you plan ahead
  • Be Rewarded for Your Impact – 10–15% annual bonus potential tied to company performance and your contributions
  • Own Your Time – open PTO and paid sick time that gives you the flexibility to recharge when you need it
  • Wellness Week – we hit pause the final week of the year so you can rest, reset, and reflect
  • Feel Your Best – annual wellness benefit bonus focused on your overall well-being
  • Grow with Purpose – annual professional development stipend to support your career goals

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