Proposal Manager

Ames Construction has been building America for more than 60 years, and the people who work here are the reason we continue to succeed. 

We are a full-service, heavy civil and industrial contractor building critical infrastructure, including highways, bridges, mines, dams, rail, and more. Our teams take on challenging projects that keep communities safe, supply chains moving, and the country connected. 

At Ames, we are Fueled by Family and Driven by Ownership. That means we look out for one another, take pride in what we build, and take responsibility for our actions, our results, and the long-term health of the company. 

Guided by our core values of People, Team, Our Bond, Persistence, and Vision, we do what we say we will do, push through challenges and deliver work we’re proud of. 

When you join Ames, you’re joining a company built for long-term success — where skilled people, strong teams, and disciplined execution come together to build careers and a better future.

Essential Functions

• Proposal Development:
  •  Collaborate with project managers, engineers, estimators, and other team members to gather project-specific information.
  • Organize and format proposal content, ensuring compliance with client requirements.
  • Write, edit, and proofread proposal sections to ensure clarity, accuracy, and consistency.
  • Manage version control of proposal documents.
• Research and Analysis:
  • Conduct research on potential clients and competitors to tailor proposals to specific needs and preferences.
  • Analyze RFP/RFQ documents, identifying key requirements, deadlines, and evaluation criteria.
  • Gather and incorporate relevant industry data, statistics, and case studies into proposals.
• Proposal Coordination:
  • Schedule and lead proposal kickoff meetings to define roles, responsibilities, and timelines.
  • Coordinate proposal review meetings and track action items to ensure deadlines are met.
  • Create and maintain a proposal library of templates, boilerplate content, and graphics.
• Graphics and Visuals:
  • Collaborate with graphic designers to create visually appealing proposal elements, including charts, diagrams, and images.
  • Ensure that proposal visuals align with the overall design and messaging.
• Quality Assurance:
  • Conduct thorough quality checks on final proposal documents to ensure accuracy and compliance with all RFP requirements.
  • Address any issues or discrepancies before submission.
• Marketing Strategy:
  • Develop and implement marketing strategies to increase the company's visibility and market share within the heavy civil and industrial construction industry.
  • Conduct market research to identify industry trends, competitors, and potential opportunities.
  •  Create marketing collateral, including brochures, presentations, and case studies, highlighting the company's strengths and achievements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in marketing, business, communications, or a related field and 5 years of experience
• Proven experience in proposal development, marketing, or a related role within the construction or professional services industry.
• Strong proposal management skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe, In-Design
• Knowledge of the heavy civil and industrial construction industry is an advantage.
• Creative thinker with a strategic mindset.

Working Conditions

• Location – This position will work out of our Denver, CO office.
• Office environment – extensive sitting at desk and computer; some standing, bending at the waist, stooping and reaching required; ability to lift 5-20 pounds occasionally.  

Ames Construction is an equal opportunity 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.