**Overview** Shimmick is seeking a highly talented **Associate Proposal Manager** based out of a remote location within the United States. This challenging position will provide an excellent growth opportunity while improving the infrastructure of the city. Become a part of a dynamic, fast-growing player in Heavy Construction. Shimmick is a national Contractor that has an excellent reputation within the industry and is seeking a qualified individual to join our Southwest Division. Shimmick takes on challenging projects and performs high-quality work ranging from expanding/constructing water and wastewater treatment plants to construction of the new Gerald Desmond Bridge. Shimmick has a long history of completing complex water projects, ranging from the world’s largest wastewater recycling and purification system in California to the record-setting Hoover Dam. In 2021, we began a transformation to re-envision our strategy to meet the nation’s growing need for water and other critical infrastructure. **Today, Shimmick is at the forefront of delivering solutions to meet the nation’s growing demand for water infrastructure.** Our commitment extends to water treatment, water conveyance, water storage, flood protection, environmental projects, and more. Our solid foundation of enduring client relationships, financial stability, market leadership, effective risk management, and strategic presence in key regions ensures our ability to execute this crucial mission. + According to Engineering News Record, in 2024, Shimmick was nationally ranked as a top ten builder of water supply (#8), dams and reservoirs (#6), and water treatment and desalination plants (#7). + Led by industry veterans with 20+ years of experience + Solid foundation: client relationships, financial stability, and market leadership **Responsibilities** The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to the following: + **Proposal Development:** + Prepare, write, and edit construction-related proposals, RFQs, and RFP responses. + Develop persuasive and compliant proposal content, including executive summaries, technical sections, and project case studies. + Ensure proposals are aligned with client requirements and industry standards. + **Content Management & Coordination:** + Collaborate with engineers, estimators, and subject matter experts to gather technical details. + Maintain a database of proposal templates, resumes, project descriptions, and standard responses. + Work with graphic designers or marketing teams to enhance proposal presentations. + **Compliance & Quality Control:** + Review RFP documents and ensure proposals meet submission guidelines and deadlines. + Ensure accuracy, completeness, and consistency in all submitted documents. + Conduct final reviews and revisions before submission. + **Project & Client Engagement:** + Support business development teams in client presentations and proposal-related meetings. + Research potential clients and competitors to tailor proposals effectively. + Track proposal success rates and provide feedback for continuous improvement. **Qualifications** Minimum Requirements: + Bachelor’s Degree + 6 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education Preferred Qualifications: + Previous experience in the Heavy Civil Construction Industry + Familiarity with construction terminology, project management, and estimating processes. + Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Adobe Acrobat. + Experience with proposal management software (e.g., RFPIO, Loopio, or similar) is a plus. + Strong understanding of construction contracts, procurement, and compliance requirements. + Excellent written and verbal communication skills. + Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple deadlines. + Attention to detail with a proactive and collaborative approach. + Familiarity with government contracting, design-build, or construction management proposals. + Experience in proposal graphic design or layout (e.g., InDesign, Canva). + Knowledge of construction estimating and scheduling tools (e.g., Bluebeam, Procore, or Primavera). Additional Information: + Ability to travel as required + Qualified applicants who are offered a position must pass a pre-employment substance abuse test. + This position does not include sponsorship for United States work authorization. The salary range for this position is between **$110,000 - $130,000** per year depending on experience and/or education. Shimmick's comprehensive benefits plan includes medical - including a NO-COST option, dental, and vision coverage; as well as options to participate in an FSA or HSA. The Company also provides employer paid STD, LTD, basic life and AD&D, and an Employee Assistance Program. Additional voluntary benefit offerings include pet insurance, hospital indemnity, critical illness insurance, legal and identity theft protection. These benefits are available to all employees working more than 20 hours per week. Employees working less than 20 hours per week are eligible for medical, dental and vision coverage as well as EAP services. _NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:_ _Please note that Shimmick does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, Shimmick will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, Shimmick explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Shimmick._ _AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER_ _All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran._ **Job Locations** _US_ **ID** _2025-2657_ **Category** _Business Development_ **Type** _Full Time_