Proposal Manager : Energy and Power

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

At Jacobs, we push the limits of what’s possible to make the world more connected and sustainable. We understand that climate change is the greatest challenge and opportunity of our generation and are working to establish Jacobs as a leader in the transition to a cleaner, reliable and sustainable energy future. The energy and power sector is rapidly evolving and requires fast-paced, innovative solutions.

Building a more resilient energy platform, reducing global emissions and delivering innovative solutions to that end is a top priority. We invite you to become a key, delivering cutting edge solutions to world leading clients.

We are looking for an experienced Proposal Manager to further grow the Energy & Power Americas business unit. This role will involve collaborative middle game engagement with capture teams as well as taking ownership of the end-to-end bid opportunity, working with Subject Matter Experts to develop value propositions that will position Jacobs to win work. You will own the quality and presentation of our submissions and work with the teams to determine the best approach and style of response.

The Proposal Manager is a valuable team member within the Jacobs Sales team, driving strategic pursuits and helping build relationships with our core clients. The Proposal Manager plays a key role by working with operations and sales staff to provide professional marketing services that result in the production of strategically focused, professional-looking qualifications documents such as proposals, presentations, and statements of qualification.

The ideal candidate is organized, accountable, and demonstrates responsibility for meeting deadlines and following through on commitments. Responsibilities include

• Thoroughly understand and apply knowledge of company identity standards, structure, organization, business approach, and sales process
• Develop draft sections of sales documents that communicate Jacobs’ value proposition through analysis and synthesis of data.
• Coordinate and develop sales documents using applicable tools, guidelines, and templates.
• Support Sales Operations Managers, Strategic Pursuits Leads and other Sales Team members in large strategic pursuits.
• Manage response efforts as well as sales opportunities across various sizes and complexities.
• Develop and implement proposal directives and other opportunity response plans and monitor progress.
• Organize and lead color reviews for objective feedback on strategy and messaging
• Organize and participate in response-related meetings (internal and/or client), as appropriate.
• Proofread and edit technical and non-technical documents for accuracy and consistency.
• Provide desktop publishing and work with graphic designers to develop more complex materials.
• Conduct appropriate internal/external research and respond to internal requests for information.
• Develop new or update existing sales qualification materials for current and future pursuit efforts.
• Participate in in-house business development activities as appropriate, including middle game positioning efforts.
• Participate in development of interview preparations and presentations.
• Populates Salesforce CRM.
• Requires minimal supervision.

• Reports to Sales Operations Team Lead
• Partners with Client Growth Managers, global and regional Operations staff, and Strategic Pursuits Leads.
• Works with Operational Leads in…