CDM Smith is hiring: Senior Technical Proposal Writer in Salem

Content Summary: Senior Technical Proposal Writer at Salem, for CDM Smith

CDM Smith Senior Technical Proposal Writer in Salem, Oregon

Requisition ID: 40471BR

Business Unit: NAU

Job Description:

CDM Smith is seeking a Senior Technical Proposal Writer to support strategic pursuits for the North America Unit (NAU). In this role, you will apply your technical background, strategic thinking, and communications skills to translate complex engineering concepts into clear, concise, and persuasive responses to Requests for Proposals (RFPs) from our water, environmental, and transportation clients. As a member of the pursuit team, you will work closely with engineers, technical specialists, and project management stakeholders to understand the client’s problem and expectations, gather technical information, uncover differentiators, and craft content for the approach and related sections that effectively showcases the company's technical solutions.

The position can be based out of any CDM Smith office, in the U.S. nationwide. We offer in office or hybrid working environments allowing for flexible work options.

Reporting to the NAU Senior Marketing Manager, you will support selected, complex pursuits each year across NAU and will be engaged from the preselling phase through submittals and interviews. The overall responsibility for this position is to champion, or assist other champions, in the development, writing, graphic development, review, and preparation of the technical/approach sections.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Participate with the pursuit development team, led by the Mega Pursuit Leader, in proposal activities, including capture planning sessions and technical brainstorming and review sessions.
2. Analyze RFPs and the client’s project objectives to create a technical approach that addresses specific project requirements and potential challenges, highlighting how CDM Smith’s engineering solutions will provide value.
3. Work with technical specialists and the project manager to facilitate the development of the strategy CDM Smith will use to execute a project, highlighting the key steps to successfully address the client's technical needs while demonstrating a clear understanding of the project requirements and potential challenges.
4. Apply communication and facilitation skills to gather necessary information from internal and external parties to support writing activities.
5. Storyboard technical sections and develop detailed outlines that include intended graphics before the technical writing begins.
6. Write succinct, persuasive content for technical sections (project understanding, approach, schedule, project management plan) within proposal space and format limitations.
7. Work with graphic designers to incorporate visuals like diagrams, charts, and graphs to enhance proposal clarity and impact.
8. Review and edit the contributions of others to ensure accuracy, consistency, tone, and professional presentation, adhering to deadlines and submission requirements.
9. Ensure exceptional communication, teamwork, and flexibility within the proposal team, while maintaining an elevated level of organization.
10. Work with teaming partners to formalize shared writing technical assignments.

Job Title: Senior Technical Proposal Writer

Group: HQG

Employment Type: Regular

Minimum Qualifications:

1. 6 years of related experience.
2. Domestic and/or international travel may be required.
3. Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Significant experience developing technical content for proposals in the AEC industry.
2. Knowledge of industry standards, regulations, and compliance requirements relevant to AEC projects.
3. Strong time management and organization skills with the ability to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines.
4. A personality with a positive attitude and confidence to tackle challenges.
5. Degree in a technical field (e.g., engineering, sciences) or a related field like business administration or communications with a strong technical background.

EEO Statement:

We attract the best people in the industry, supporting their efforts to learn and grow. We strive to create a challenging and progressive work environment. We provide career opportunities that span a variety of disciplines and geographic locations.

Job Site Location:

United States - Nationwide

Amount of Travel Required:

15%

Assignment Category:

No - We will not support sponsorship for this position.

Skills and Abilities:

1. Exceptional ability to craft clear, concise, and persuasive written content.
2. Thorough research capabilities to gather information about client needs, project requirements, and competitor landscape.
3. Ability to develop detailed outlines and section storyboards that serve as the technical proposal “road map.”
4. Strong communication skills with stakeholders, subject matter experts, and teaming partners.
5. Familiarity with the proposal writing process, including RFP analysis.
6. Strong facilitation skills with technical and project leadership teams.
7. Understanding of sales strategies and persuasive writing techniques.
8. Confidence in taking the lead or working alongside other technical section leaders.
9. Ability to quickly adapt to changing proposal requirements and client needs.

Background Check and Drug Testing Information:

CDM Smith reserves the right to require background checks including criminal, employment, education, etc. as well as drug testing for designated positions.

Pay Range Minimum:

$77,667

Pay Range Maximum:

$128,128

Additional Compensation:

All bonuses at CDM Smith are discretionary.

Work Location Options:

Hybrid Work Options may be considered for successful candidate.

Additional Pay Range Information:

The pay range for this position is listed above and is representative of all experience levels.

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