Proposal Writer

Continental Mapping

About Us:

Continental Mapping Consultants (Continental Mapping) is a dynamic, midsize geospatial technology and automation company providing authoritative geospatial answers for global markets. Sourcing data from earth, sky, and space, we develop actionable intelligence to enhance critical decision-making for government and private entities focused on national security, mobility, infrastructure, and environmental concerns. Proven processes and proprietary technologies augment our geospatial data collection, curation, analysis, and dissemination capabilities. Founded in 1999 and headquartered in Madison, Wisconsin, Continental Mapping has mapped in over 180 countries and on all seven continents. Continental Mapping was recently named one of America's Fastest Growing Companies in 2019!

Continental Mapping is seeking an experienced business proposal writer with the skills necessary to develop proposals and content for government and commercial clients! Are you looking for a change? Would you like to explore the opportunity of becoming a part the exciting geospatial industry? Do you have a passion for using your writing skills and business acumen to make a difference in the success and growth of an organization? Now is a great time to join Continental Mapping!

https://www.continentalmapping.com/

Position Details

Proposal Writer
Job
Full-time
4/10/2020
Southwest Wisconsin
Madison, WI

Job Overview:

The Proposal Writer will work under the management of the Proposal Administrator. The responsibilities will revolve around the gathering of information, formatting it according to company policies and translating solutions into well-written proposals for delivery to the client.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

  • Participates along with Proposal Administrator in proposal concept meetings and translates solutions into well-written proposals 
  • Outlines and organizes submittals to be responsive to client requirements, including introduction, overview, project approach and cover letter. 
  • Uses company templates for proposals in order to maintain a sense of consistency within the department 
  • Provide graphic and visual design support for certain projects 
  • Edit and revise proposals according to direction from Proposal Administrator given by executives 
  • Support production efforts such as desktop publishing formatting, light editing, print/electronic production, printing, copying, tab covers and producing binders.
  • Support final proposal preparation, print/electronic production and delivery to the customer 
  • Balance workload to meet daily deadlines and to prioritize responsibilities 
  • Participates in ongoing continuous improvement of the proposal development process

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in a related field (e.g. Business, Communications, English, Journalism, Business Writing, etc.) or equivalent work experience 
  • 2+ years of writing and editing experience with experience working with Federal Government contracts and proposals a plus 
  • Superior verbal communication and public speaking skills 
  • Knowledge of strategic planning concepts 
  • MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) including Office 365

Education and/or Experience:

  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Communications or Journalism or similar area of study 
  • 2+ years' experience of writing and editing, with Federal Government contracts and proposals experience a plus 
  • U.S. Citizenship required

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer


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