Infrastructure & Capital Projects – Proposal Manager, ANS

Accenture Infrastructure & Capital Projects is seeking a Proposal Manager to lead and manage the proposal development process for various capital projects. The role involves coordinating with technical experts, creating schedules, and ensuring timely submission of proposals while also contributing to marketing campaigns and training junior staff.

Responsibilities:

• You’ll lead, create, and complete responses to RFQs/SOQs/RFPs/RFIs from start to finish
• You’ll create schedules, outlines, and writing templates for all pursuits within defined area of supervision
• You’ll lead the development of proposals and work in coordination with identified technical Subject Matter Experts to gather content for use in proposals
• You’ll contribute to activities or campaigns leading up to the proposal such as targeted marketing campaigns or public relations campaigns
• You’ll perform training of junior staff in relation to proposals, setting the department up for success
• You’ll be accountable for timely submission of compliant and compelling proposals
• You’ll identify improvements in processes and departmental efficiency
• Other duties and tasks as assigned

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree or relevant professional experience may be substituted
• Minimum six (6) years within the architecture/engineering/construction (AEC) or similar industry, with a proven track record in proposal or pursuit management
• Minimum six (6) years' experience in Microsoft Office Suite with advanced proficiency in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint for document creation, data management, and presentations
• Minimum three (3) years' experience with collaboration tools like SharePoint, Microsoft teams, or other project collaboration platforms
• Minimum three (3) years' experience in technical skills for creating proposals, marketing collateral, and other pursuit-related materials
• Experience with InDesign is highly preferred, with additional familiarity in Photoshop and Illustrator
• Familiarity with CRM systems or proposal management tools (e.g., Salesforce, Deltek, Cosential)
• Strong organizational and time management skills required to coordinate multiple proposals/tasks with overlapping deadlines (sometimes across time zones) with minimal supervision
• Expertise in proposal-related activities: qualifications, proposals, presentations
• Grasp of technical skills required for database management
• Professional and proactive work ethic
• Self-starter with ability to work in a team environment
• Excellent written, oral and communication skills
• Demonstrated graphic design capabilities