Relationships, Passion, Continuous Improvement
Our core values are a desire to build enduring Relationships, a Passion for our business, and an endeavor for Continuous Improvement in all we do. We focus on teamwork, trust and, most importantly, respect for people.
Kinetic is 100% employee owned, employs approximately 250 team members, and has been in business for 42 years with offices in Vancouver, Victoria, and Courtenay. If you see yourself as a continuous learner, curious and driven to succeed as a team, we want you to be part of our team.
Kinetic Construction Ltd. has an opportunity within our Vancouver branch for Proposal Specialist to:
- Lead the end-to-end development of proposal submissions, including strategic content development, writing, and graphic design.
- Own and manage responses to RFPs and RFQs from kick-off through final submission, developing win themes and drafting persuasive, client-focused content.
- Ensure all proposal materials are clear, consistent, compelling, compliant, and error-free by applying rigorous quality control.
- Partner with senior leadership and key stakeholders to drive reviews, secure alignment, and finalize proposals for timely, high-quality submission.
- Own and continuously improve the proposal database, content library, and templates.
Key Responsibilities
- Proposal Development
- Content & Document Management
- Business Development Activities
- Design and Branding
- Continuous Improvement
Qualifications
- 5+ years of progressive experience in proposal development or management in Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC), with a demonstrated record of contributing to winning submissions.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, SharePoint, Adobe InDesign, and Photoshop.
- Excellent organizational, communication, and writing skills.
- Persuasive communicator and team collaborator with strong relationship-building and influencing skills
- Strong analytical thinking and strategic problem-solving abilities
- Polished, professional written and verbal communication, including persuasive storytelling
- Expert knowledge of proposal development structure, content, and best practices
- Proven ability to manage timelines and resources across multiple concurrent pursuits using project management principles
- Confident working cross-functionally with technical teams and senior leadership to gather input and drive alignment
- Exceptional attention to detail for reviewing and editing content for clarity, quality, and compliance
- Ability to work independently, prioritize competing deadlines, and make sound decisions under pressure
- We have a Strong Team to face challenges and issues together
- Eligibility for Employee Share Ownership
- Competitive Compensation and Bonus structure
- Career Development and Training including Mentoring Program and KCL Training Academy
- Comprehensive Benefits Package which includes Extended Health, Dental and Vision
- Company trust, opportunity, and support to do your best work and Advance
- Employee and Family Assistance Program to support Mental and Emotional Health.
- Substantial Vacation Time Sick Pay
- GRSP Matching Program to support you after your time at Kinetic
- Gold Seal Employer committed to supporting employees pursuing their accreditation
- Access to the latest industry technology and flexibility to work from home
- Annual company paid events and regular employee-only events put on by Kinetic’s Social Committee
- Employee Referral Program and Length of Service Recognition
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