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Proposal Specialist

Slsco

New York, NY · Posted October 8, 2026

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About the job

The SLSNE Proposal Specialist will directly support the Proposal Director and work with other proposal team members to develop compelling and concise winning proposals.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Proposal Lifecycle Management : Proposal Lifecycle Management: Oversee/participate in all phases of proposal development, from initial qualification through to interview stages, ensuring timely and high-quality submissions. Focus on small to medium scale pursuits in terms of complexity. For larger scale pursuits, the individual will act as a collaborator.

Team Collaboration : Work closely with pursuit teams, including estimators, engineers, and business development professionals, to integrate efforts and develop cohesive proposals.

Strategic Development : Participate in brainstorming sessions and critical concept meetings to formulate winning strategies tailored to each pursuit.

Proposal Content Creation : Develop compelling content that effectively communicates our value proposition, differentiators, and technical capabilities.

Compliance and Quality Assurance : Ensure all proposals adhere to client requirements, company standards, and industry best practices.

Form Management : Oversee the form and administrative sections in proposals.

Process Improvement : Contribute to the continuous enhancement of proposal development processes, templates, and tools to increase efficiency and effectiveness.

Data Management : Maintain and update project and resume data in business development systems, ensuring accuracy and accessibility for proposal and reporting purposes.

Position Requirements:

Exceptional organizational and time management skills. Strong ability to multi-task and prioritize assigned tasks to meet tight deadlines.

Bachelor’s Degree from an Accredited University in Communications, English, marketing, or a related program.

Experience working in the AEC industry as a proposal professional

Exceptional communication skills.

Experience with Microsoft Office Suite.

Experience with Adobe InDesign

Minimum of 3 years of experience in proposal management or writing

Physical Demands:

Use of manual dexterity, tactile, visual, and audio acuity

Use of repetitive motion, prolonged periods of sitting and standing, and sustained visual and mental applications and demands

What We Offer

Safe Harbor 401(k) Plan

Health, Dental and Vision insurance

Company-paid disability and life insurance

Voluntary life insurance

Paid time off & sick time

Pre-Tax Commuter Benefits

Health & Wellness Reimbursements

Opportunities for professional development and career advancement

A collaborative and dynamic work environment

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

SLSCO LTD is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other federal, state, or local protected class.

SLSCO strongly encourages New York City Housing Authority residents to submit their application and resume for this job opportunity.