Position Title:  Proposals Coordinator

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?

Aecon is seeking a Proposals Coordinator to join our dynamic Civil East team and play a crucial role in securing new business opportunities. Are you a detail-oriented professional with strong writing skills? Are you proficient working independently and as part of a vibrant team? Join us! 

What You’ll Do Here:

• Support Proposal Managers with the creation and administration of responses for large-scale civil construction opportunities
• Support production of winning submissions by assuring all necessary materials are clear, comprehensive, compelling, and compliant
• Review and develop a detailed understanding of client bid requirements
• Develop and administer proposal calendars and responsibility matrices
• Create and manage proposals, resume, and project sheet templates
• Track and support timely provision of proposal deliverables required from internal and external partners
• Research internal and external resources, including pertinent statistics, repositories, and other sources of information to generate relevant and winning content
• Establish and coordinate the flow of information from subject matter experts and relevant ongoing projects for use in a submission
• Ensure that all proposal content supplied by the team is compliant with RFQ and RFP submission requirements
• Prepare and edit deliverables such as key staff resumes, project sheets, organization charts, executive summaries, and presentations
• Organize and schedule team meetings, prepare agendas, and generate and distribute meeting minutes
• Assist proposal and bid managers to ensure that all deadlines are met
• Manage pursuit SharePoint sites
• Perform data entry in order to maintain accuracy of reports, schedules, and deliverables
• Track and report on Key Performance Indicators and other team objectives, as well as any relevant client addenda
• Work with graphic designers to develop JV logos, binder and tab designs
• Ensure binders, USBs, tabs, covers, and other materials are prepared and available for final assembly of proposals
• Some limited travel may be required

What You Bring to the Team:

• Minimum bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Construction
• 2+ years of experience in proposal writing, marketing, or similar Business Development communications
• Strong communication skills 
• Ability to quickly produce clear, concise, correct, and compelling written material
• Excellent organizational skills and strong attention to detail
• Proficiency in Adobe, Word, Excel, Visio, and PowerPoint
• Ability to work collaboratively and effectively in teams
• Excellent time management skills with the ability to plan, manage, and prioritize multiple assignments and tasks
• Graphic Design experience is considered an asset (InDesign, etc.)

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, appropriate accommodations will be provided upon request throughout the interview and hiring process.