Proposal Manager

Kinetic Construction Ltd. (Kinetic) Together Building Better

Relationships, Passion, Continuous Improvement

Our core values are a desire to build enduring Relationships, a Passion for our business, and an endeavor for Continuous Improvement in all we do. We focus on teamwork, trust and, most importantly, respect for people.

Kinetic is 100% employee owned, employs approximately 250 team members, has been in business for 41 years with offices in Vancouver, Victoria, and Courtenay. If you see yourself as a continuous learner, curious and driven to succeed as a team, we want you to be part of our team.

Kinetic Construction Ltd. has an opportunity within our Vancouver branch for a Proposal Manager to:

1. Ensure that all proposals are submitted on time, meet all client requirements, and are of high quality, resulting in a high win rate for new projects.
2. Develop and implement streamlined proposal processes and best practices, leading to increased efficiency and reduced turnaround times for proposal development.
3. Foster strong collaboration and communication among cross-functional teams, ensuring that all necessary information and inputs are gathered effectively for each proposal.
4. Maintain positive relationships with clients by addressing their needs and concerns promptly and professionally, leading to high levels of client satisfaction and repeat business.
5. Conduct thorough market research and competitive analysis to ensure proposals are competitive and aligned with current industry trends and client expectations.
6. Regularly review and refine proposal strategies and content, incorporating feedback and lessons learned from previous proposals to continuously improve the quality and effectiveness of future submissions.

The salary band for this position is $91,185 – $137,021 annually and is based on relevant skills and experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Proposal Development and Management
• Branding and Public Relations
• Strategic Analysis

Position Specifications

Qualifications

• In depth knowledge of business, marketing, sales support, administration, construction
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in the AEC sector
• 10+ years’ working with senior management

Knowledge skills and abilities

• At least three years of proposal writing experience
• Excellent time management and organizational skills
• Ability to analyze requirements to create compliant and responsive content in proposal submissions
• Strong communicator, relationship builder and business partner
• Experience in working in a fast-paced and performance driven setting where meeting deadlines in a timely and accurate manner is essential.
• Strong English language and writing skills, including attention to detail and ability to proofread and edit material, as well as an aptitude for understanding technical terminology
• Advanced MS Office user
• Intermediate to advanced Adobe Create Suite user

Together Building Better

• We have a Strong Team to face challenges and issues together
• Eligibility for Employee Share Ownership
• Competitive Compensation and Bonus structure
• Career Development and Training including Mentoring Program and KCL Training Academy
• Comprehensive Benefits Package which includes Extended Health, Dental and Vision
• Company trust, opportunity, and support to do your best work and Advance
• Employee and Family Assistance Program to support Mental and Emotional Health.
• Substantial Vacation Time Sick Pay
• GRSP Matching Program to support you after your time at Kinetic
• Gold Seal Employer committed to supporting employees pursuing their accreditation
• Access to the latest industry technology and flexibility to work from home
• Annual company paid events and regular employee-only events put on by Kinetic’s Social Committee 
• Employee Referral Program and Length of Service Recognition

We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those selected to move forward in the application process will be contacted. No phone calls please.