Proposal Specialist

Job Description Ready to build your career? We want to hear from you. As a Proposal Specialist working in our operational support team at Pomerleau Construction, you will play an integral role in the development of the technical portion of the RFQ/RFP process. Supporting our attainment of large-scale building and infrastructure projects – ranging from $1.5 million to upwards of $1 billion – you will utilize your expertise in translating complex technical details into persuasive narratives and ensuring alignment with project objectives. What You Will Do Strategically analyze the call for tenders (RFQ/RFP) and create structured responses tailored to individual client needs. Prepare and manage proposal schedule, responsibility matrix, and compliance list. Organize and lead bid team meetings including kick-offs, coordination meetings and bid reviews. Strategically identify winning themes and key differentiators. Develop persuasive, high-quality content that showcases Pomerleau’s high standards and expertise. Ensure that all content is well harmonized, coherent and compliant with the bid requirements. Proactively maintain open lines of communication with subject matter experts and other bid team members. Work collaboratively with our graphic designers to create optimized and visually engaging documentation and collateral including templates and styles, cover pages, tabs, and organizational charts. This role could be for you if you have : Proven experience managing proposals in construction, engineering and/or architecture fields. Strong ability to successfully manage multiple projects simultaneously, establishing timelines, priorities, etc. Exceptional writing skills with a keen eye for detail. Experience working with SharePoint and MS Office Suite. Additional Assets Include Previous experience working on design-build proposals. Fluency in both official languages, written and oral (English and French). Benefits RRSP with up to 5% employer matching Hybrid work model for corporate roles Employee stock ownership program Career growth through real development opportunities Transit pass reimbursement — get to work for free Minimum 4 weeks of vacation from day one For the past six years, we've proudly held the distinction of being one of Canada's Top 100 Employers. The expected compensation range posted for this role applies to available work locations in Ontario and/or British Columbia. Offered compensation may vary from the posted range based on a candidate’s relevant skills, experience, qualifications, geographic location, and the final job for which they are hired. Please view this job on Pomerleau’s official Career Site if the posted compensation range is unavailable on a third‑party job board. Pomerleau is a national leader in construction, delivering major projects across Canada. We believe in creating a workplace where people feel respected, supported, and empowered to grow. Our culture is built on collaboration, trust, and a shared commitment to doing great work. If this speaks to you, apply for this role or connect with one of our recruiters to learn how we can support you throughout the process.

The Proposal Specialist is responsible for developing the technical portions of RFQ/RFP responses and managing the bid process from kick-off to final review. This includes creating structured responses, identifying winning themes, and collaborating with graphic designers to produce visually engaging documentation.

Candidates must have proven experience managing proposals within the construction, engineering, or architecture sectors and possess exceptional writing skills. Proficiency in SharePoint and MS Office is required, with design-build experience and bilingualism in English and French considered assets.

• RRSP with up to 5% employer matching • Hybrid work model • Employee stock ownership program • Career growth opportunities • Transit pass reimbursement • Minimum 4 weeks of vacation

• Project managementPreferred

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Proposal Management
• Technical Writing
• RFQ/RFP Analysis
• Project Management
• Bid Coordination
• SharePoint
• MS Office Suite
• Strategic Analysis
• Stakeholder Communication
• Design-Build Proposals
• Bilingualism (English and French)

• Construction
• Engineering
• Administrative
• Management & Leadership
• Consulting

Minimum experience

2+ years

Apply by

Sep 13, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week

Seniority

Entry level