Senior Proposal Specialist

Senior Proposal Specialist

PND's continued success relies on securing new projects through high-quality, competitive proposals. As the Senior Proposal Specialist, you will play a pivotal role in developing compelling, client-focused proposals that showcase PND's technical expertise, innovative solutions, and proven track record of success. Working closely with our marketing team and multidisciplinary engineering staff, you will help tell PND's story by creating persuasive narratives through exceptional writing and visually appealing submissions that differentiate us from our competitors.

You will be responsible for leading proposal processes from outlining through submission, managing internal schedules and cross‑functional teams while ensuring full compliance with Request for Proposals (RFP) requirements and the clients' strict deadlines. Your expertise in proposal strategy, InDesign, and storytelling will help PND win exciting new projects across Alaska and beyond.

We are seeking an experienced proposal writer with a proven track record of developing winning proposals in the engineering, architecture, or construction industry (A/E/C). The ideal candidate will bring:

• A minimum of 5 years of experience in planning, writing, editing, and producing complex technical proposals in response to RFPs, RFQs, and other solicitations.
• Demonstrated ability to read and analyze RFPs, identify key client needs and evaluation criteria, and develop tailored, winning strategies.
• Strong project management skills, including the ability to lead proposal efforts from kickoff through final submission, coordinate with technical staff, and manage multiple deadlines simultaneously.
• Excellent copywriting and copyediting skills with the ability to transform technical information into clear, persuasive, and client-focused narratives.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (especially Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) and Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator) for creating professional, visually compelling proposals.
• High level of organization, attention to detail.
• Consistent and reliable 40‑hour workweek attendance, ability to work effectively under tight deadlines, and ability to occasionally work overtime.
• A collaborative mindset and the ability to work closely with marketing, engineering, and leadership teams to align proposals with company goals.

• Familiarity with engineering services proposals, particularly in civil, structural, arctic, coastal, or waterfront projects.
• Experience with proposal content libraries, past performance matrices, and win theme development.

• Competitive salary, overtime premium, and discretionary bonuses
• Comprehensive health insurance benefits (family medical, dental, and vision)
• Life and disability insurance
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• An exceptional 401(k) profit‑sharing retirement plan

PND Engineers is an Equal Opportunity Employer /Veterans/Disabled