Proposal Manager

HDR
Dallas, TX
Category Engineering
Job Description
At HDR, we are looking for a Proposal Manager to support our Transportation Business Group growth initiatives, strengthen key client relationships, and position HDR to win and deliver impactful projects that serve our communities.

Requirements

  • Support transportation pursuit teams in developing and implementing effective win strategies
  • Facilitate multidisciplinary pursuit teams and influence technical staff and leadership to align on key messaging, priorities, and win strategies
  • Develop and manage proposal schedules, ensuring compliance with complex RFQ/RFP requirements and procurement processes
  • Coordinate with technical leads, project managers, and leadership to translate complex transportation experience into clear, persuasive, client-focused messaging
  • Engage marketing and graphic resources to produce high-quality, visually compelling submittals aligned with HDR brand standards
  • Lead quality reviews to ensure accuracy, consistency, and overall competitiveness of proposals and interview materials
  • Support large, strategic pursuits, including on-call/IDIQ contracts, corridor programs, and alternative delivery opportunities
  • Facilitate pursuit debriefs to identify improvement opportunities and measure overall competitiveness
  • Deconstruct and maintain proposal and presentation materials for future reuse and continuous improvement
  • Manage, train, and mentor employees on business development and marketing best practices
  • Articulate HDR’s transportation capabilities and competitive advantages across market sectors
  • Support the Regional Business Development Leader in developing marketing reports and conducting meetings to help drive net fees booked (NFB) and growth in the area
  • Perform other duties as needed

Benefits

  • Generous Paid Time Off
  • 401k Matching
  • Retirement Plan
  • Visa Sponsorship
  • Four Day Work Week
  • Generous Parental Leave
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Relocation Assistance
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