Senior Proposal Writer

Interested in joining a growing company where you will work with talented colleagues, enhance a supportive and energetic culture, and be part of the climate solution? At Energy Solutions, we focus on the big impacts. And we believe that market-based programs can be a powerful force to deliver large-scale energy, carbon, and water-use savings. Since 1995, we've harnessed that power to offer proven, performance-based solutions for our utility, government, and institutional customers.
We are currently seeking a full-time Senior Proposal Writer. Proposal Writers at Energy Solutions provide essential services as part of our Growth Management and Strategy department. While primarily focusing on proposals, they also research and formulate writing standards and contribute to a wide range of documents in response to both internal and external client requests. Assignments may include creating original content or editing existing materials and draft documents.
Daily responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• As part of a proposal team, write narrative content responsive to Request For Proposal (RFP) requirements, reconcile subject matter expert comments, prepare for copyediting, and finalize the material before the submission deadline. Serve as copyeditor on other staff writer proposals.
• Draft or edit content for research papers, program reports, proposed regulations, position papers, or product descriptions to support Energy Solutions' business development and project implementation.
• Help ensure consistent standards and voice throughout Energy Solutions proposals and reports, adhering to company editorial standards.
• Build content libraries to support writing efforts.
• Develop a strong understanding of Energy Solutions' products and services to effectively respond to both internal and external client requests for content revision or clarification.
• Gather industry expertise about services, projects, and business strategy, to inform written work and assist with copyediting, document preparation, and publication.
• Identify creative ways to visually convey information and collaborate with the Marketing and Creative Services team to develop meaningful graphics.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in science, engineering, business, philosophy, technical writing, journalism, or another writing-focused discipline.
• A minimum of 8 years' relevant experience, preferably in energy, environment, regulatory, or climate topics.
• Professional experience writing winning proposals, preferably contributing written content around Energy Efficiency, Distributed Energy Resources, and other technical Demand Side Management content for state, federal, or utility clients.
• Copy writing and copy-editing experience; familiarity with standards for scientific and academic writing such as grammar, usage, citations, and punctuation and how to use them on projects.
• Detail-oriented with ability to grasp and succinctly articulate technical information.
• Proficient in use of digital collaboration tools, specifically Microsoft 365 (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint). Experience with Slack, SharePoint, or Salesforce is a plus.
• Collaborative style, able to adapt to changing schedules and situations.
• Strong work ethic, time management, and communication skills.
• Demonstrated success in meeting deadlines and ability to work under high pressure situations.
• Ability to function effectively both independently and on a team, while working with remote colleagues.
• A proven professional or personal commitment to the betterment of the environment and the reduction of greenhouse gases is a strong plus.

Salary DOE: $89,000 - $122,000 / Annually
Compensation is commensurate with experience and includes a generous retirement package. Energy Solutions provides an excellent benefits package including medical, dental and vision insurance, other pre-tax contribution plans and an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, Accessibility
We live out our mission day in and day out by helping our clients and communities generate clean energy solutions the world needs. Our success is dependent on developing a team of creative thinkers, innovators, and a workforce that reflects the diversity of our world. To that end, we're committed to hiring, promoting, and retaining a diversity of talent, and infusing inclusion, diversity, equity, and accessibility (IDEA) throughout our business. We encourage people from underrepresented backgrounds and all walks of life to apply. Come grow with us at Energy Solutions!
Background Check Information
Information will be requested to perform the compulsory background check. A drug screen and authorization to work in the U.S. indefinitely are preconditions of employment. Energy Solutions is an equal opportunity employer.
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