Proposal Specialist

Job Duties Responsibilities Your mission: Read and analyze RFQ/RFPs and edit proposal content for readability, consistency, clarity, and compliance. Assist in creating materials like project write-ups, resumes, and client presentations. Meet proposal deadlines by establishing priorities and target dates for information gathering. Manage strong working relationships with staff to ensure proposal input is accurate, compelling, and timely. Maintain up-to-date proposal information in MSA's DAM, ERP, and CRM. Manage multiple projects and responsibilities independently. Qualifications What you bring: Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Marketing, Communications, Business, or related field. 3+ years of experience in marketing and/or sales. Previous experience in A/E/C industry or similar strongly preferred. Experience using Adobe Creative Suite, specifically InDesign. Familiarity with AP Style. Familiarity with CRM databases. Ability to work collaboratively and build relationships across remote teams. Demonstrated sense of urgency and service orientation. Must be comfortable working closely with all levels of the organization. Strong organizational and time management skills. Demonstrated exceptional attention to detail. Excellent interpersonal skills. Demonstrated initiative and ability to identify resources. Proficiency with MS Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). The selected candidate must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. without requiring visa sponsorship now or in the future. We are unable to provide or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this role. Why MSA? Better Together: A collaborative environment that values open ideas, diversity, and authenticity. Our diverse perspectives fuel innovation and success in our employee-owned firm. Multi-disciplinary Opportunities: Follow your interests, explore new experiences, and apply your skills where they have the most impact. We've Got Your Back: Enjoy support when you need it and independence when you don't. We are 400+ strong, working as one cohesive team. Passion & Purpose: We're passionate about our work and proud of it! Share inspirations, "geek out," and think big with us. Pay & Perks: Competitive pay and unique perks that make MSA stand out. Communities of Practice: Our think tanks and idea generatorsregular collaboration and learning opportunities. Work-Life Integration: Life doesn't stop when work begins. We support your professional and personal balance. Commitment to Learning: Ongoing training, tuition reimbursement, and cutting-edge technology to keep you connected and creative. Community Engagement: Giving back through volunteering, education, STEM outreach, and event participation, backed by corporate sponsorship and donations. Compensation The salary for this position ranges from $68,700 to $110,200 per year commensurate with experience. Higher compensation within this range will be paid to candidates with significant experience and exceptional qualifications. Best-in-Industry Benefits Eligible employees enjoy: Quality Insurance Options: Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family. Paid Time Off: Minimum of 17 days in the first year for full-time employees. Paid Holidays: 8 holidays per year. Paid Parental Leave: 2 weeks for both parents, with additional time for birth parents under MSA's Short Term Paid Leave. Supplemental Insurance: 100% paid life, long-term disability, and short-term disability insurance. Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP): 100% employee-owned, with stock provided at no cost. 401k Retirement Savings Plan: Generous employer match, immediately 100% vested. Short Term Incentive (STIP) bonus. Equal Opportunity Employer MSA is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. At MSA, we value a diverse, inclusive workforce and we provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. All qualified applicants for employment will be considered without regard to an individual's race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, family care status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws.

Created: 2026-03-04