Opportunity
Senior Proposal Manager

Aecon Civil is a recognized leader in the market, backed by strong self‑perform capabilities and deep local expertise. The Senior Proposal Manager leads the development, production, and formal submission of Requests for Qualifications (RFQs), Request for Proposals (RFPs), and other required content such as Market Sounding responses and Expressions of Interest (EOIs) for major project pursuits identified by Aecon’s executive team.

Responsibilities

Lead day‑to‑day management and oversight of Aecon’s formal submissions in response to RFQs, RFPs, EOIs, and Market Soundings

Lead major proposal pursuits where Aecon is the lead partner in a joint venture (JV) partnership

Provide direct leadership to Proposal Managers and Coordinators, including coaching and skill development

Maintain and develop proposal standards, tools, and best practices to ensure consistency

Review proposal performance metrics, win/loss outcomes, and trend analysis to inform continuous improvement and decision‑making

Act as an escalation point for significant execution, resourcing, or quality issues, driving resolution at the leadership level

Manage Aecon submission responses when an Aecon JV partner is the pursuit lead

Schedule and lead proposal/bid meetings

Manage and coordinate input from other partners and internal stakeholders

Oversee and manage documents throughout the proposal/bid process

Provide regular proposal/bid pursuit status reports

Manage assigned project pursuit schedules and ensure adequate resources are assigned

Manage Proposal Coordinators and Managers as appropriate

Help train, mentor, and develop proposal team members

Prepare presentations, executive summaries, and reports as needed

Package and deliver final proposal/bid submissions on time

Travel as required to work with JV partners to develop and close submissions

Coordinate with Aecon’s internal graphic design team to develop critical proposal material, including:



JV logos, identity guidelines and overall graphical imagery of the proposal/bid submissions

Review and develop a detailed understanding of client proposal/bid requirements

Develop proposal/bid calendars and responsibility matrices

Prepare, write, edit, and format proposal sections, resumes, and project sheets

Support additional content development, including with corporate Subject Matter Experts and site personnel

Track and ensure timely provision of deliverables required from internal and external partners

Perform compliance checks on all submittal documents

Organize and run team reviews on behalf of the project team

Attend pre‑bid meetings and post‑bid debrief meetings and summarize results and lessons learned as required

Oversee proposal close‑out process and documentation of lessons learned

Operate in a deadline‑driven environment

Time allocation for this position is approximately 70% reading/writing/editing/formatting and 30% organizational related activities

Other duties as required

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience

More than 5 years of experience in proposal management on major projects in the Construction Sector

An excellent leader with the ability to drive performance and provide constructive feedback to team members

Strong knowledge of and experience with major project development and procurement processes

Excellent comprehension of content management and development practices

Ability to gather, synthesize, and effectively present technical information for a range of audiences





Strong judgement and a proactive problem solver

Experience working in a fast‑paced and performance driven setting

Demonstrated leadership and accountability with solid interpersonal skills

Advanced communication skills (Oral and Written)

Proficiency in MS Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, SharePoint)

Proficiency in Adobe InDesign an asset

Ability to work collaboratively and effectively in teams

Excellent time management skills with the ability to plan, manage, and prioritize multiple assignments and tasks

A proactive attitude and strong analytical & problem‑solving skills

Travel to different job sites/locations required

Valid Driver's License

Benefits

Ensure you and your family receive the services and benefits needed to support your mental, emotional, and physical well‑being

Are intentional when it comes to investing in your development. We help you build your career and advance your skills through our Aecon University, tuition reimbursement, and Leadership Programs

Are committed to creating work environments focused on mutual respect, teamwork, collaboration, and new ideas, through meaningful initiatives, training, partnerships with veteran groups, our Aecon Women in Trades and diversity programs, as well as our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), to ensure we are building with top talent and harnessing our collective strengths within every aspect of our culture

Operate responsibly by managing risk, safety, and environmental considerations across all our projects and surrounding communities

Compensation
Pay Range: $120,000–$145,000

EEO Statement
Aecon fosters belonging within and across our organization. We consider all applicants for positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, mental or physical disabilities, veteran status, and all other characteristics protected by law.

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📌 Sr. Proposal Manager (Ontario)
🏢 Aecon Group
📍 Ontario