Senior Proposal & Communications Specialist

Overview

FBM

Who We Are

FBM, one of Atlantic Canada’s most recognized and award-winning design and planning firms, is seeking a Senior Proposal & Communications Specialist to work at their location in Halifax, NS.

A studio of collaborating architects, interior designers, planners, and various subject matter experts, FBM is responsible for the design of a wide range of built environments. For more than 100 years, FBM has been creating spaces that enhance the quality of life within them and the communities they serve. We call this people-driven design.

In 2025,
FBM entered a Partnership with Dillon Consulting Limited
. These two proudly Canadian, employee-owned, and operated firms are excited to join forces to support the needs of clients from coast to coast to coast.

FBM is seeking an experienced Senior Proposal & Communications Specialist to join our team, reporting to the Manager, Proposals and Communications. This is a key role responsible for managing the full proposal lifecycle — from RFP review to final delivery — in the pursuit of innovative, high-profile projects.

In addition to leading proposal efforts, this position supports firm-wide marketing and communications initiatives, including the development of marketing materials, social media content, and award submissions that enhance FBM’s visibility and reflect our design excellence.

We offer flexible work hours and remote work arrangements to help balance the competing demands of work and personal life.

By joining the FBM team, you will be joining a firm that has developed an excellent reputation for award-winning work and an extensive portfolio of community-based projects including the Halifax Central Library, Richmond Yards, and the new Bayers Lake Community Outpatient Centre. You’ll be part of a dedicated team of professionals who are proud of the communities they work with and value a culture of skill diversification and development.

We empower employees through mentorship, learning, and opportunities for professional growth. FBM prioritizes strong working relationships and a sense of belonging through engaging social events, employee surveys, and responsiveness. This commitment to professional growth and team culture has earned FBM recognition as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers™ for three consecutive years.

This role serves as the strategic cornerstone of our proposal process—overseeing each phase from RFP review through development to final delivery. Combining strategic thinking with creative execution, you will shape the narratives and visuals that define how FBM presents its work to clients and partners.

Your expertise in both writing and design will ensure each submission reflects the creativity, precision, and excellence that define our practice.

• Proposal Preparation: Leads the development and coordination of client proposals, from reviewing RFPs to producing comprehensive, well-crafted submissions.
• Content Development: Partners with internal team leads to gather and refine technical content, ensuring all materials are engaging, relevant, and client-focused.
• Design & Technical Expertise: Applies creative and technical skills in research, writing, layout, design, colour, and typography to deliver compelling, visually cohesive marketing materials. Expert in Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator for layout, image editing, typography, and infographics—producing proposal documents that reflect FBM’s creativity and design excellence.
• Time Management & Organization: Demonstrate initiative and judgment to effectively manage multiple tasks and projects in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines.
• Professionalism &
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Displays courtesy, tact, and diplomacy to every interaction, fostering positive working relationships across teams.
• Industry
  
  Experience:
  
  Background in architecture, engineering, construction, or professional services is a strong asset.

• Manage the end-to-end proposal process in collaboration with the internal team lead
• Review RFPs to determine proposal requirements
• Draft,…