The Proposal Specialist works collaboratively with MYR Group's Marketing and Business Development team. The Proposal Specialist will support our district offices across the United States and western Canada through the development of high quality, professional pre-qualification submittals, proposals, presentations, and other marketing collateral.

Company Overview

With roots dating to 1891 and 7,900+ employees, MYR Group is a publicly traded holding company of specialty electrical construction companies. MYR Group and our subsidiaries work on large-scale electrical construction projects throughout the U.S. and Canada. We are contributing to a clean energy future while fostering a safe, supportive, and inclusive work environment. Our culture is built on shared values and mutual respect, where teamwork and collaboration occur naturally.

Throughout our history, we have partnered with utilities, municipalities, commercial clients, and developers to deliver some of the largest and most notable projects including transmission/distribution/substation, commercial and industrial, storm restoration, and renewable (solar and wind farms) energy. We are consistently recognized as one of the top five specialty electrical construction firms by Engineering News Record and were recently named to Fortune's 2020 list of 100 Fastest-Growing Companies.

Essential Functions

• Lead the development of proposals (RFPs) and statements of qualifications (SOQs), collaborating with marketing, business development, and operations personnel
• Write, proofread, and edit proposal content, including cover letters, company overviews, technical staff resumes, project descriptions, graphics, organizational charts, etc.
• Lead team kick-off calls, develop proposal outlines, compile components, capture technical information from subject matter experts, ensure deadlines are met, etc.
• Support proposal submittals and handle printing and production, when required
• Develop and/or update presentations, brochures, and other marketing materials
• Support archiving/storing information to maintain the accuracy of internal databases
• Perform other marketing and business development tasks as needed
• Essential functions of this position are to be performed in a company-designated office or field location
• Other duties as assigned
• Regular and predictable attendance
• Understand and comply with the company's Code of Business Ethics Policy and other industry-specific professional and ethical standards, if applicable

Qualifications

• Minimum five years of relevant experience
• Bachelor's degree preferably in Communications, Journalism, Marketing, or related field; combination of relevant education and experience considered in lieu of degree

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Exceptional attention to detail, organization, and active listening skills with the ability to creatively problem solve
• Strong editing, writing, and communication skills
• Experience with Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign) and graphic layout is preferred
• Self-motivated with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment, meet multiple project deadlines simultaneously, and manage a complex workload
• Knowledge of the A/E/C industry and proposal experience a plus

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary $65,000-$89,999 / year
  • Commensurate with experience, paid weekly. Posted salary ranges are made in good faith. MYR Group reserves the right to adjust ranges depending on the qualifications of the selected candidate.
• Two days per week remote work option for non-field roles depending on position and performance.
• Comprehensive benefits package - Medical, Basic Vision, Regenexx, Teledoc, Hearing, Mental Health (Low deductibles and out-of-pocket maximums) - Fifteen Dollar weekly premium for employee or employee plus family coverage.
• Dental - 100% employer-paid premium.
• ThrivePass Health & Wellness Reimbursement Program - Twelve hundred dollars annually for health and wellbeing-related purchases.
• Annual Paid Time Off starting at 15 days plus 10 paid Holidays (Cultural Celebration Day is a floating holiday).
• Generous 401(k) Plan with 100% match up to 6%; immediate vesting, and Annual profit-sharing potential.
• Superior educational assistance program (support for educational costs, internal training, and more!).
• Company-paid short and long-term disability, life, and accidental death & dismemberment.
• Company-paid business travel accident insurance.
• Employee Assistance Plan (EAP).
• Various voluntary plans available including supplemental vision, accident and critical illness, ID theft, group legal, group auto & home, and additional voluntary life insurance plans for employees and dependents.

Position may be subject to pre-employment screening, which may include background check and drug testing. Accessibility: If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process, contact our Employment Hotline at 1-855-635-1321.

MYR Group, Inc. and our subsidiaries are proud to be Equal Opportunity Employers. We promote diversity of thought, culture, and background, which connects our family of brands. We are committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals and in which personnel processes are merit-based and applied without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, military service status, or other protected characteristics. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

MYR Group does not sponsor applicants for work visas. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States for any employer.

MYR Group, Inc. and our subsidiaries do not work with any third-party recruiters or agencies without a valid signed agreement and partnership with the Corporate Talent Acquisition Team.