Proposal Writer (Construction Industry)

Seeking an accomplished writer for electrical construction proposals and persuasive business development and marketing content. The goal of this position will be to increase company book of business by writing winning proposals and compelling content to support marketing initiatives. The position accomplishes this by supporting the entire proposal process; gathering and formatting information; writing drafts; and obtaining approvals. This position will be part of the EC Electric marketing/business development team identifying and securing projects for the company.

If interested, please apply on our company website ecpowerslife.com. Applications submitted on Indeed are not closely monitored.

Duties and Responsibilities include the following:

Author unique and specific content to be included in proposals the company is submitting to general contractors and clients to secure work. Content focuses on electrical system design, preconstruction and construction practices, process management and scheduling, labor forecasting, estimating, quality control and safety, as well as our firm’s differentiation. EC Electric’s portfolio includes commercial, industrial, manufacturing, technology, recreation, education, and healthcare.

Meet proposal deadlines by establishing priorities and target dates for information gathering in close collaboration with the marketing manager, marketing coordinator, graphic designer, and project team champions.

Author and edit persuasive business development content including internal and external communications, publicity, media relations, websites, blogs, social media posts, and other company messaging.

Conduct interviews and collaborate with internal and external subject matter experts including executives, project managers, engineers, building information modelers, schedulers, and field supervisors to incorporate their expertise in proposal content authoring.

Produce clear, concise, high quality content that is appropriate for its intended audience. Proofread, edit, and maintain corporate standards for documentation companywide

Advocate for brand and core value standardization across all communications. Mentor operations personnel on writing and grammar styles using Associated Press Stylebook standards.

Other duties as required.

Duties and Responsibilities include the following:

Minimum ten (10) years of experience writing and editing complex, persuasive technical narrative, preferably in the Construction Industry.

Outstanding short-form and long-form written skills including expository, narrative, persuasive, and creative.

Outstanding grammar and editing.

Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, ViewPoint project management software, and general internet browsers.

Expert level time management and organization skills, with strong verbal and written communication skills and the highest level of professionalism.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $80,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 9 years

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• On call
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed

Experience:

• Copy editing: 8 years (Preferred)
• Construction or Related Industry: 8 years (Preferred)
• Technical writing: 10 years (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Portland, OR 97210: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Portland, OR 97210