Technical Proposal Manager

Job DescriptionJob Description

We are seeking an experienced Technical Proposal Manager with a strong background in the substation and electric utility engineering industry to lead and manage the development of high-quality, competitive proposals for major electric utility clients. This role requires a strategic thinker with deep industry knowledge, excellent writing and organizational skills, and the ability to coordinate cross-functional teams under tight deadlines.

Typical job duties include but are not limited to:

• Lead the end-to-end proposal development process for substation engineering projects, including RFP analysis, win strategy development, writing, editing, and final production.
• Coordinate closely with Project Managers, Department Leads, and company leadership to review contract terms and conditions and gather technical and commercial inputs.
• Prepare qualification documents, custom client proposals, and presentations with support from technical subject matter experts and senior managers.
• Organize and maintain a centralized proposal content library, including resumes, project descriptions, and standard proposal content, with support from administrative personnel and department leads.
• Oversee administrative personnel responsible for maintaining the historical project database, coordinating client feedback collection and summaries, and managing employee resume updates.
• Ensure proposal folder structure is consistent and accessible by coordinating with IT and project stakeholders for proper server organization and file management.
• Track and manage business development activity by client and operating company using a Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system.
• Develop and maintain proposal schedules, compliance matrices, and task assignments to ensure timely, compliant delivery.
• Support continuous improvement by participating in post-submission debriefs and incorporating lessons learned into future proposals.

Job Requirements:

• 10+ years of experience in proposal management, marketing, or business development, including at least 5 years in the substation, transmission, or utility engineering industry.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or technical degree .
• Demonstrated experience coordinating complex proposals for engineering services, EPC contracts, or public-sector RFPs, preferably in the electric utility space.
• Strong understanding of substation engineering, transmission design, protection & control systems, and related technical disciplines.
• Proven ability to lead and manage the full proposal lifecycle, from RFP analysis and strategy through final production and submission.
• Exceptional writing, editing, formatting, and organizational skills.
• Ability to translate technical input into clear, client-focused content.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and collaborative tools such as MS Teams and SharePoint.
• Experience managing and maintaining a proposal content library and coordinating CRM tools to track business development activity.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively across departments and operating companies, managing multiple deadlines and shifting priorities.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills for coordinating with executives, engineers, admin staff, and clients.
• Willingness to occasionally travel for proposal presentations, team meetings, or client discussions.

Candidates within commuting distance from Reading, PA are , either for onsite or hybrid work, or for occasional onsite meetings. However remote candidates will be strongly considered as well.

Company DescriptionTier 1 Utility Design, Inc. (T1UD) is a certified woman-owned company that specializes in utility and customer-owned medium to high voltage substations. Our corporate culture is rooted by our emphasis on process and safety. We are paving the road to success by providing the necessary tools to do good work, find enjoyment within a good team, and get home safely.

T1UD is strengthened by partnerships with Tier 1 Testing & Commissioning and Substation Engineering Company (SECo). This dynamic equates to effortless coordination and cohesiveness between our clients, vendors, engineering, construction, and the field. Our experienced team connects testing and engineering and allows problem solving and corrective actions to occur before they become adverse client challenges.Company DescriptionTier 1 Utility Design, Inc. (T1UD) is a certified woman-owned company that specializes in utility and customer-owned medium to high voltage substations. Our corporate culture is rooted by our emphasis on process and safety. We are paving the road to success by providing the necessary tools to do good work, find enjoyment within a good team, and get home safely. \r\n\r\nT1UD is strengthened by partnerships with Tier 1 Testing & Commissioning and Substation Engineering Company (SECo). This dynamic equates to effortless coordination and cohesiveness between our clients, vendors, engineering, construction, and the field. Our experienced team connects testing and engineering and allows problem solving and corrective actions to occur before they become adverse client challenges.