Proposal Manager

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At Miller Valentine, high performance and high values are at the core of what we do, creating a foundation where collaboration drives success and our core values guide every interaction. Honesty, accountability, safety, continuous improvement, and passion shape our culture as we build certainty for our clients, teams, and communities.

Our growth strategy focuses on market sectors where we excel and foster collaborative client relationships, including paper & packaging, consumer goods, logistics and warehouse, food & beverage, and advanced manufacturing. We are seeking a highly skilled individual to craft tailored, cohesive narratives, deliver exceptional proposals, and support pursuit efforts, including interview and presentation preparation, to elevate our success.

The Proposal Manager plays a pivotal role in advancing Miller Valentine’s strategic goals by delivering exceptional proposals and pursuit efforts that emphasize our strengths and align with client priorities. This individual will lead the development of tailored, visually compelling proposals while collaborating across departments to ensure alignment with client needs and industry expectations. By leveraging technical writing, design expertise, and strategic thinking, the Proposal Manager will position Miller Valentine as a leader in key market sectors.

• Analyze complex solicitations, including RFPs, RFQs, ITBs, and RFIs, to identify scope, critical requirements, and deliverables.
• Lead the creation of cohesive, client-focused proposals that highlight the Miller Valentine value proposition and align with project goals.
• Collaborate with internal contributors to gather input, transform data into polished narratives, and deliver compliant, compelling submissions.
• Tailor proposals to specific markets, including paper & packaging, consumer goods, logistics and warehouse, food & beverage, and advanced manufacturing, while preserving a consistent Miller Valentine approach.
• Ensure all narrative and technical components deliver clarity, accuracy, and persuasive messaging aligned with the client’s decision‑making process.

• Work closely with the Preconstruction Team to integrate technical insights, feasibility analyses, and cost considerations into proposals.
• Assist with the creation of pursuit plans and understand how those plans should be incorporated into the proposal.
• Maintain compliance with Miller Valentine’s pursuit process and ensure all materials meet applicable deadlines and quality standards.

• Assist in preparing for client interviews and project presentations, creating supporting materials that align with the client’s needs and Miller Valentine’s positioning.
• Provide strategic insights to tailor messaging and delivery, ensuring alignment with objectives and strengthening client confidence.
• Develop post‑presentation follow‑up materials to maintain momentum and engagement with prospective clients.

• Leverage expertise in Adobe Creative Suite, including Adobe InDesign and Illustrator, to design professional, visually cohesive proposal layouts and presentations.
• Maintain a library of templates, past submissions, and other resources to streamline the creation of future proposals and pursuits.
• Collaborate with marketing and technical teams to enhance visual storytelling and ensure materials meet brand and industry standards.

• Act as a centralized resource for collecting, managing, and synthesizing information from various departments to support proposal and pursuit efforts.
• Ensure that proposal and presentation client‑facing materials reflect Miller Valentine’s expertise and thorough understanding of industry‑specific nuances.
• Coordinate with legal and leadership teams to ensure adherence to contract requirements and risk assessment protocols.

• Collaboration – Build strong partnerships with team members across departments to achieve…