Proposal Specialist
About the job
- A diploma or degree is preferred, in Business, Marketing, Communications, or English.
- A minimum of 5 years of experience working within a proposal or business development team is required.
- Experience in the Architecture, Construction, or Engineering industry is an asset; other professional services experience is also considered.
- Proficiency in Adobe InDesign is required; working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite is an asset.
- Experience preparing responses to requests for proposals and requests for information, and working with technical subject matter experts to develop written content.
- Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills.
- Ability to deliver quality work with urgency and attention to detail.
- Project management and time management skills, including managing tight deadlines and competing priorities.
- Good judgment and problem-solving skills, and ability to work in a team environment.
- Client service skills and effective verbal and written communication with people at all organizational levels and external parties.
- Ability to adapt to changing priorities and manage multiple tasks.
- Ability to work overtime when needed.
- Manage and coordinate proposal processes from start to finish, producing competitive responses to requests for proposals, requests for information, requests for quotations, requests for standing offers, and related documents.
- Lead request for proposal reviews by assessing requirements, identifying potential risks, creating checklists of deliverables, responsibilities, and submission timelines, and identifying questions for the client.
- Manage bid kick-off and proposal-planning sessions to ensure key stakeholders are represented and informed.
- Write and edit tailored narratives that meet or exceed client and project requirements.
- Participate in strategy discussions and develop win themes for high-profile proposals.
- Monitor proposal progress and follow up to ensure internal deadlines are met.
- Draft, edit, assemble, and review proposal materials for compliance, accuracy, and content; coordinate or participate in team review sessions to ensure document integrity.
- Develop, maintain, and coordinate proposal content, tools, and templates to improve proposal management.
- Conduct client debriefs.
- Monitor marketing best practices, market and industry trends, companies, and competitors to inform marketing and business development initiatives.
- Mentor junior staff as needed.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Experience working in the Architecture, Construction, or Engineering industry.
- Working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite.
About the company
Entuitive builds software and technology products that improve how people work, originally focusing on environmental and geotechnical industries and now serving broader markets. Its products automate data capture, reporting, risk management, and health and safety tasks to reduce human error, save time on site, and lower costs. The solutions work by providing on-site and reporting workflows that streamline processes and promote safer practices, with an emphasis on intuitive design and industry collaboration to ensure market suitability. What sets Entuitive apart is its practical focus on time and cost savings across multiple industries, achieved through close collaboration with industry professionals and a commitment to usable, need-aligned tools. The company’s goal is to help users work more efficiently and safely by delivering software that saves time, reduces risk, and cuts expenses.
Company Size
1-10
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Christchurch, New Zealand
Founded
2018
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Entuitive launched a $10,000 annual structural engineering scholarship in 2026.
- Careers pages show active co-op recruiting across Canadian offices, signaling ongoing headcount demand.
- Recent project coverage and awards strengthen credibility for winning larger public-infrastructure engagements.
What critics are saying
- Entuitive still depends on cyclical AEC project demand, especially transportation and building rehabilitation.
- Competitors like WSP, Stantec, and AECOM crowd out mid-market consulting margins immediately.
- If digital productivity stalls, Entuitive loses differentiation and becomes a commoditized engineering services firm.
What makes Entuitive unique
- Entuitive spans structural engineering, building envelope, sustainability, and construction engineering across Canada.
- Its 2026 digital-first process uses parametric design, bespoke software, and data-driven modelling.
- The firm won an Ontario Engineering Project Award for Gardiner Expressway rehabilitation delivered early.
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Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Wellness Program
- Parental Leave
- Paid Vacation
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- 401(k) Company Match
- Hybrid Work Options
- Profit Sharing