Proposal Coordinator

Proposal Coordinator

EOE Statement Our employee owners come to MJ for the variety of project work and stay for the people they work with on those projects! Our people set MJ apart and drive our success for our clients. MJ provides an inclusive environment and rewards employee owners' hard work. Our culture of innovation and collaboration fosters creativity and encourages employees to do their best work.

MJ is an Equal Opportunity Employer - all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristics protected by law.

Applicants who wish to apply for an open position with MJ who require reasonable accommodation in order to complete the application process may contact MJ's Human Resources Department at [email protected] to request assistance.

Category Marketing

Description

AtMcFarland Johnson(MJ), we're more than infrastructure consultants - we are a100% employee-ownedfirm with 80 years of commitment to delivering innovative planning, engineering design, environmental services, technology and construction solutions that make a lasting impact in the communities we serve.

We're looking for aProposal Specialistto join our growing Marketing team inRaleigh, NCas the preferred location and open to surrounding areas. This is more than just a job - it's chance to shape your career, grow alongside a collaborative team, and help design the future of infrastructure solutions across the country.

Why Join Us?

• Career Growth: Accelerate your professional career with opportunities to lead, learn, and expand your expertise.

• Collaborative Culture: Work alongside multidisciplinary teams that thrive on creativity, support, and teamwork. Collaborative is the most frequent word used to describe MJ's culture in annual employee survey.

• Employee Ownership: As a 100% ESOP, your contributions directly shape our shared success - you own your future.

Key Responsibilities

• Proposal Development and Management: Collaborate with project managers and technical staff to create compelling, compliant proposals. Oversee the proposal process from start to finish, including tracking opportunities, creating timelines, assigning tasks, and ensuring progress.

• Research and Content Creation: Conduct research and write, edit, design, and produce winning proposals, qualification packages and award submissions for A/E/C industry projects.

• Graphic Design: Utilize visually appealing graphics to simplify complex ideas and enhance comprehension.

• Presentation Development: Create PowerPoint presentations for interviews, public meetings, and professional conferences.

• Database Management: Collaborate with Marketing team in maintenance and upkeep of CRM database.

• General Support: Assist with administrative and business development functions, as needed.

• AI Utilization: Collaborate with the team in the implementation and use of AI applications for improved quality and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Educational Background: Bachelor's degree in English, Communications, Marketing, or a related field preferred.

• Professional Experience: 1-5 years in proposal development role.

• Industry Knowledge: Experience in the Architecture/Engineering/Construction industry or professional consulting firms is a plus.

• Communication Skills: Exceptional writing, proofreading, and verbal communication abilities.

• Technical Proficiency: Skilled in InDesign and PowerPoint. Practiced in implementing and/or interest in utilizing AI tools. overall familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite, MS Office Suite and CRM/database management, preferred.

• Time Management: Able to manage multiple deadlines and prioritize tasks accordingly, ensuring quality projects are completed on time.

• Attention to Detail: Skilled in proofreading and editing content, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and compliance with MJ's style guide and client requirements.

• Ability to Work Both Independently and Collaboratively: A flexible team player with a strong work ethic; proactive in research, skills development, and seeing projects to their completion.

Benefits & Perks

• Competitive base salary with performance-based incentive payment plan/bonus structure.

• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision coverage.

• Generous Paid Time Off, including Parental Leave.

• Company funded ESOP + 401(k) employer match.

• Ongoing technical training and professional development opportunities.

Join Us and Make a Difference

Join a team where your work has purpose, your ideas are valued, and your growth is personal.Apply today

Position Requirements

Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time

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Pay Range

Exempt/Non-Exempt Non-Exempt

Open Date 10/27/2026

This position is currently accepting applications.