Position Title:  Proposals Supervisor

Come Build Your Career at Aecon!

As a Canadian leader in infrastructure development, Aecon is safely and sustainably building what matters for future generations to thrive! We lead some of the most impactful infrastructure projects of our generation, at the forefront of transformational change in transportation and energy, and partnering every day to build, connect, power, and strengthen our communities.

At Aecon, you can count on:

• Safety Always. Our number one core value. If we can’t do it safely, we don’t do it at all.
• Integrity. We lead by example, with humility and courage.
• Accountability. We’re passionate about delivering on our commitments.
• Inclusion. We provide equitable opportunities for everyone.

We lead the infrastructure industry with purpose, and our people are at the heart of everything we do. So, we invest in our people, just like they invest in us! 

At Aecon we:

• Ensure you and your family receive the services needed to support your mental, emotional, and physical well-being.
• Believe in helping you build your career through our Aecon University and Leadership Programs.
• Are committed to supporting and investing in inclusive work environments, through initiatives like Equity, Diversity & Inclusion training, our Aecon Women in Trades and Aecon Diversity in Trades programs, and our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to ensure we are building inclusion into every aspect of our culture at Aecon.
• Are a leader in sustainable construction. With a strong commitment to operating responsibly by minimizing our impact on the environment and surrounding communities.

Our business success relies on strong execution and continuous improvement – driven by the diversity, expertise and teamwork of our people. We’re always searching the globe for innovative, collaborative minds to join our best-in-class Aecon community!

What is the Opportunity?

Faster. Smarter. Safer. This is how Aecon Utilities is committed to delivering projects. We simply do it better. We are a premier utility contractor and are ready to become North America’s #1 utility construction provider.

Reporting to the Proposal Manager, the Proposal Supervisor is responsible for overseeing the proposal development process, ensuring that all proposals are compliant, persuasive, and submitted on time. They play a crucial role in managing proposals and supervising team members who are directly involved in proposal coordination. The Proposal Supervisor ensures that the proposal team adheres to established processes and standards and provides guidance and support to ensure high-quality submissions.

Current office location: Dallas, TX
 

What You'll Do Here:

• Oversee the development of proposals, ensuring compliance with customer requirements and internal standards.

• Supervise and mentor teams of 3-5 Proposals Coordinators to ensure timely and accurate submissions of proposals.

• Assign tasks and responsibilities to team members, ensuring balanced workloads and efficient use of resources.

• Conduct regular check-ins and status meetings to monitor progress and address any issues.

• Review and provide feedback on proposal drafts to ensure clarity, persuasiveness, and compliance.

• Ensure that all proposal activities adhere to the organization's established processes and best practices.

• Implement process improvements to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the proposal development process.

• Facilitate communication between proposal team members, estimators, operations team, subject matter experts, and other stakeholders.

• Coordinate inputs and reviews from various departments to ensure comprehensive and cohesive proposals.

• Conduct final reviews of proposals to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance.

• Implement quality control measures to minimize errors and enhance the overall quality of proposals.

• Maintain detailed records of proposal activities, including timelines, responsibilities, and outcomes.

• Prepare regular reports on proposal status, team performance, and process improvements.

• Document lessons learned and best practices to continuously improve the proposal development process.
   

What You Bring to the Team:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Communications, or a related field.

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in proposal management or a related role, preferably in the construction industry.

• Prior experiencing supervising a team of Proposals Coordinators.

• Strong understanding of proposal development processes and best practices.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Proven ability to manage multiple proposals simultaneously and meet tight deadlines.

• Strong leadership and team management skills.

• Proficiency in proposal management software and tools. 

• APMP Foundation or Practitioner Certification is an asset.

• Experience in supervising and mentoring proposal team members.

Aecon fosters diversity, inclusion and belonging within and across our organization. We welcome all to apply including, women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity.

We are committed to adhering to the objectives and requirements outlined in the Accessible Canada Act (ACA), and to meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities in a timely manner, through the implementation of the requirements of the ACA and its applicable regulations. If you require accommodation under the ACA during any step of the application process please click here.