Plexus Scientific Corporation is seeking a Proposal Coordinator to support Plexus's three Business Groups (Environmental Remediation, Environmental Compliance/Conservation/
NEPA, and IT/Professional Service) to develop and manage quality proposals and presentations in a deadline-driven environment.
The successful candidate must be an organized, detail-oriented, self-starter with a passion for producing top-quality proposals while maintaining a good mix of professionalism and creativity. They will have a strong sense of team camaraderie, the ability to work independently on assignments, the ability to multi-task, and know how to prioritize duties to meet deadlines.
Core Responsibilities
- Manage the proposal process from RFP release to client delivery
- Prepare proposal outlines and templates based on RFP requirements
- Analyze proposal compliance elements and ensure that proposals meet requirements
- Prepare proposal schedules and track internal draft deadlines
- Assist with theme development
- Coordinate in-house and sub-consultant proposal team efforts
- Write non-technical portions of the proposals
- Create project write-ups and work with technical staff to finalize and keep them up to date
- Create and maintain resumes for technical staff
- Develop, conceptualize, and collaboratively work with the graphics team as needed to create visually appealing exhibits
- Coordinate reviews
- Assemble proposals
- Coordinate production and delivery
- Maintain proposal files
- Maintain proposal tracking database
- Draft and update corporate brochures, slick sheets, and marketing materials
- Update and maintain resumes, projects descriptions, and content for on-line dissemination
- Research and review RFPs from a variety of sources, including: beta.SAM, GSA, eVA, FedConnect, etc. Coordinator will need to understand the depth and breadth of company capabilities to provide suggestions on RFPs
Required Skills and Experience
- Bachelor's degree or higher (Communications, Public Relations, Business, Journalism, English, Marketing, or a Scientific field)
- 4-10+ years of related experience
- Excellent writing, proofreading, communication, and organization skills
- Ability to multi-task and is comfortable working in a deadline-driven environment with minimal oversight
- Familiarity and understanding of government RFPs and associated requirements
- Proficiency in MS Office Suite, to include Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Proficiency in a design-based software such as Microsoft Publisher or Adobe, a plus
Working at Plexus
Rewards and Benefits
Plexus offers a total rewards package designed with your health and wealth in mind. Benefits include: medical, dental, and vision insurance package options; FSA and HSA options; 401(k) participation with company match; life, short-term, and long term disability insurance; flexible Paid Time Off; and Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) eligibility.
Career Development
Whatever path you choose as you build your career, Plexus is here to support you every step of the way. We support professional and technical development and encourage employees to continue educational training.
Diversity
We pride ourselves on employing a diverse staff! We welcome differing views and backgrounds to ensure a well-rounded, inclusive culture.
Plexus is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer including Disabled/Vets.
