Proposal Manager

About the Role

We are seeking a Proposal Manager to lead the end-to-end RFP process for a design and engineering professional services firm. This role is hands-on, requiring prior comprehensive experience specifically in architecture, engineering, or professional services proposals rather than general marketing expertise. The candidate will be part of a regional marketing team operating across Southeast Asia and the broader Asia Pacific, partnering closely with office leadership to align with business development goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the entire RFP lifecycle including opportunity intake, qualification, go/no-go decisions, coordinating timelines, and final submission.
• Guarantee proposals meet client specifications and adhere to internal brand guidelines.
• Lead the creation of proposals and client presentations with strong attention to graphic design and layout—not limited to content writing.
• Craft compelling win themes and messaging, translating complex technical and project details into engaging persuasive narratives.
• Support business development strategy and positioning; assist leadership with interview preparation.
• Enhance competitive messaging to clearly differentiate the firm in the marketplace.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years' marketing experience focused on proposals, RFPs, or pursuits in architecture, design, engineering, or other proposal-intensive professional services sectors.
• Bachelor's degree in fields such as architecture, interior design, marketing, communications, journalism, graphic design, or business.
• Proven success managing complex and valuable pursuits from inception through completion.
• Advanced skills in Adobe InDesign are essential; familiarity with Photoshop and Illustrator is advantageous.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office is required; experience with Google Slides, Keynote, and Miro is beneficial.
• Experience using CRM tools like Salesforce is a plus.