Proposal Specialist II

AECOM is seeking a Proposal Specialist II to support our Program Management marketing team on pursuits including partnering in the preparation of formal and informal responses to client solicitations including expressions of interest (EOI) requests for qualifications (RFQ) requests for proposals (RFP) and pre-qualification efforts.

This will be a hybrid position including a combination of both remote and in-office work schedules that can be based in but not limited to: Arlington VA; Annapolis Junction MD; Philadelphia PA.

Job Responsibilities will include but not be limited to: 

• Responsible for managing responses to requests for qualifications (RFQ) and requests for proposals (RFP) across multiple disciplines within Program Management.
• Leads and/or participates in proposal strategy development and planning with capture teams and helps develop and apply the win plan themes and discriminators throughout marketing materials.
• Develop proposal outlines and schedule and manage them for compliance.
• Run proposal project team/proposal review meetings and manage proposal and presentation revisions based on direction from review teams.
• Proactively gather materials from project team and write edit and coordinate proposal content maintaining compliance with client requirements.
• Coordinate graphics including organization charts maps flow charts and matrices with graphics team.
• Coordinate with subconsultant companies to request and collect marketing materials for proposal submissions.
• Proactively conduct quality assurance/quality control on proposal/marketing materials through strong grammatical skills and attention to consistency and detail.
• Perform final layout in InDesign and produce hard copies if required.

Qualifications :

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelors degree  2 years of experience collaborating within a marketing team to lead and support proposal / marketing activity within the AEC industry or a demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
• Proficient in word processing programs (e.g. Microsoft Word) spreadsheet management (Excel) and presentation software (e.g. PowerPoint) as well as desktop publishing software (e.g. Adobe Creative Suite) graphics programs (e.g. InDesign Adobe Illustrator Adobe Acrobat Photoshop). 
• Developed knowledge of marketing best practices and procedures work processes and tools.
• A working knowledge of collaborative tools such as Microsoft Teams SharePoint etc. 
• Ability to produce accurate compliant and compelling work independently and with others. 
• Proven organizational and administrative skills including the ability to complete varied work tasks on schedule and lead deliverable efforts by others; and the proven ability to manage documents.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to write and edit proposal materials
• Ability to exercise discretion with confidential/ sensitive issues.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Journalism English Communications Marketing or a related field.
• 3-4 years of proposal experience.
• Diplomacy with peers and internal clients in handling challenging situations
• Takes initiative and formulates creative ideas in proposals presentations and other marketing related areas
• An understanding of CRM and/or Salesforce experience is a plus. 
• A professional demeanor and excellent interpersonal skills

Additional Information :

• Relocation assistance and/or per diem is not offered for this position.
• This position does not include sponsorship for United States work authorization now or in the future

At AECOM we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

About AECOM 

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status AECOM benefits may include medical dental vision life AD&D disability benefits paid time off leaves of absences voluntary benefits perks flexible work options well-being resources employee assistance program business travel insurance service recognition awards retirement savings plan and employee stock purchase plan. 

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities we solve our clients complex challenges in water environment energy transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle from advisory planning design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at . 

What makes AECOM a great place to work 

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts youll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills helping you build the career youve always envisioned. Here youll find a welcoming workplace built on respect collaboration and communitywhere you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity. 

As an Equal Opportunity Employer we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. 

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time