Senior Proposal Writer; Senior Pursuit Specialist-Transportation​/Construction Services

RK&K is seeking an energetic, motivated Senior Proposal Writer (Pursuit Specialist) to join our Baltimore office. If you are looking for an opportunity to build a long-term career with a firm known for investing in its people, promoting from within, and creating clear pathways for career growth and upward mobility-this may be the one for you!

As a senior member of our marketing team, you will play a key role in supporting RK&K's success through transportation and construction services pursuits.

• Produce high-quality, compliant proposals (Adobe InDesign) and presentations (Microsoft PowerPoint) that showcase RK&K's expertise, people, and differentiators
• Develop new and update existing marketing content, including resumes, project descriptions, statements of qualifications, and proposal narratives
• Actively participate in marketing meetings with technical staff
• Collaborate closely with technical teams to identify differentiators and develop customized, compelling proposal content.
• Identify, track, and distribute RFQs and RFPs for public-sector clients; review and summarize solicitations for pursuit teams.
• Maintain accurate pursuit records and reporting in Deltek Vantagepoint.
• Support major, high-visibility pursuits that shape the firm's growth.

• BA or BS in English, Journalism, Communications or related discipline
• 7 years of experience in A/E/C proposal development
• Proven ability to manage multiple deadlines while delivering consistently high-quality work
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset
• Experience preparing compliant proposals in both standard government and custom formats
• Ability to analyze complex RFQs/RFPs and develop clear pursuit outlines and compliance checklists
• Proficiency with Deltek (or similar CRM), Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Acrobat), and Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
• Strong editing and quality-control skills, with the ability to deliver concise, polished content without sacrificing technical accuracy
• Working knowledge of brand guidelines and proposal best practices.

• Transportation experience preferred
• Maryland client experience a plus

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

RK&K offers excellent potential for career advancement and professional growth. We also offer attractive compensation packages commensurate with experience and a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Paid time off
• Hybrid work (home and office)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Health, dental, vision, life and disability insurances
• Paid parental leave
• Wellness programs and employee resource groups
• Career Development
• Matching 401(k) plan
• Paid Holidays

As a full-service engineering and construction management firm, RK&K gives you the opportunity to directly impact the communities in which we live and work. What sets RK&K apart is an award-winning culture that has fostered a spirit of collaboration and trust for over 100 years. To its clients, the firm delivers concepts, processes, and outcomes that are designed for success. RK&K has earned its reputation as a trusted partner, responsive employer, and community steward.

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Salary range: $85K - $120K