CDM Smith is hiring: Senior Technical Proposal Writer in Providence

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

40471BR

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 focus of this role is solely on the technical response, and you will work collaboratively with the strategic pursuit leader, proposal/marketing specialists, and under the guidance of the client service leader to ensure a well-coordinated proposal and presentation that bears a consistent message.

Location: This 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: NAU Senior Marketing Manager

Key Responsibilities:

1. Participate with the pursuit development team 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.
3. Work with technical specialists and the project manager to facilitate the development of the strategy CDM Smith will use to execute a project.
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).
7. Work with graphic designers to incorporate visuals to enhance proposal clarity and impact.
8. Review and edit the contributions of others to ensure accuracy, consistency, tone, and professional presentation.
9. Ensure exceptional communication, teamwork, and flexibility within the proposal team.
10. Work with teaming partners to formalize shared writing technical assignments.

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Bachelor's degree.
2. 6 years of related experience.
3. Domestic and/or international travel may be required.
4. 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.
4. A personality with a positive attitude and confidence to tackle challenges.
5. Degree in a technical field or a related field with a strong technical background.

Why CDM Smith?: Join our team, and together we will make a difference and change the world.

Job Site Location: United States - Nationwide

Amount of Travel Required: 15%

Visa Sponsorship Available: No - We will not support sponsorship for this position.

Pay Range Minimum: $77,667

Pay Range Maximum: $128,128

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