Planning Manager

Planning Manager OpportunityStantec's Government Services Team is seeking an experienced Planning Manager to assist the Director, National Client Programs in coordinating business development efforts across Client Working Groups and Practice Areas. The Planning Manager will assist with development of periodic reporting on business development activities and account planning and support the positioning, pursuit, development, and submission of proposals to the US Department of Defense and other US federal agencies. Responsibilities include workload planning and prioritization of marketing and business development support personnel in conducting research and intelligence gathering for potential pursuits; development of strategy for proposals and interviews; as well as writing and producing statements of qualifications, proposals, and interview presentations.The optimal candidate will have superior writing capabilities, a strong design sensibility, excellent management and organizational skills, and the ability to structure complex information and content into effective storytelling, regardless of the medium. The position requires team collaboration, hands on attention to details, creativity, strategic thinking, and the ability to deliver high quality work products in a fast paced, deadline driven environment.Your Key ResponsibilitiesLead and mentor less experienced proposal managers and marketing specialists and collaborate with larger team of marketing specialists and proposal managersAssist Director, National Client Programs and Director of Business Development and Strategy with cross-leveling of resources, organization, and prioritization of foreseeable/projected and day-to-day proposal workloadBe a key player in document development, overseeing creation of persuasive text, and graphics and taking on key writing responsibilitiesMaintain strong working relationships with technical staff and senior leadership to ensure proposal input is accurate, compelling, and timelyDefine proposal structure and organization per RFP/RFQ instructions to develop responsive writing outlines, input requirements, and templatesBe a full participant in the writing of project descriptions, personnel qualifications, description of management planning and quality control measures and other components of a typical RFQ/RFPCoordinate development of and communicate schedules for proposal completionFully understand RFP/RFQ instructions as to all supplemental forms/requirements that must be completedSupport development of subcontractor teaming agreements and relationshipsCraft and organize data calls to subcontractorsTrack and communicate RFQ/RFP amendments with proposal writing teamEdit and rewrite proposal sections to achieve a concise, coherent messageAssist with Deltek Capture Management opportunities and associated reportingAssist Director, National Client Programs and Client and Practice Leads and marketing administrator with organization of data, development of presentations, graphics, and compelling text for statements of qualifications, RFIs, and account planning and reportingYour Capabilities and CredentialsStrong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize and self-scheduleMust be deadline orientedMust be articulate and exhibit high energy, enthusiasm, positive attitude, and confidenceAbility to work and communicate effectively with diverse technical staff and teaming partnersStrong sense of teamwork and collaborative document developmentAbility to give clear, concise directions and organize large volumes of informationStrong commitment to quality and ongoing process improvementStrong proficiency in writing, editing, proofreading, and layout skillsProficiency in use and application of Microsoft Office applications. Adobe InDesign, Adobe Photoshop, and Deltek Capture Management a plusAbility to manage multiple concurrent proposal assignmentsExceptional written and verbal communication and collaboration skillsStrong interpersonal and customer service skillsDemonstrated ability to communicate and interact effectively with all levels of personnel, including Principals, management staff, and support staffEducation and ExperienceBachelor's degree in English/Communications/Journalism/Marketing preferredFifteen or more years of relevant professional experience writing proposals in response to DOD/federal government RFQ/RFPs in the architecture/engineering and environmental consulting services industryExperience in strategic proposal management and production (up-front planning, win strategy development, proposal design, and review teams) in a fast-paced environmentExperience managing teams of people with demonstrated ability to coach, mentor, and provide constructive criticism in a team setting as well as one-on-oneThis description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other's talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. 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