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Commercial Excellence - Proposal Writer

Franklin Energy Services
70,000 USD-80,000 USD
United States
Jul 08, 2025
As a combined organization, Franklin Energy and AM Conservation Group is undertaking what is perhaps the central challenge of our times - to help drive the transition to net-zero carbon economies while ensuring that no working families, businesses, or local communities are left behind. To do that, we are the utility industry's top provider of turn-key energy efficiency and grid optimization programs and products, all of which contribute to reducing carbon and waste and, at the same time, free-up resources for creating more innovation investment and jobs. With over 26 years in business, we have more than 1,300 experts across the United States and Canada, with warehouses on both coasts. The organization's integrated in-house services provide deep personalization and insights, helping energy partners achieve their carbon-reduction and energy productivity goals. We believe the organization's most "precious resources" are its people. We pledge a relentless pursuit to embody a culture that acknowledges, recognizes, and infinitely seeks to understand the unique differences of its people. We are committed to creating employee experiences that continually attract and embrace a multiracial, multicultural, and multigenerational workforce that promotes outstanding performance and mirrors our diverse partnerships, clients and communities we serve. Position Summary The Proposal Writer is a key part of the business development team and is primarily responsible for developing written proposals in support of new business growth and retention of current work. Essential Duties and Responsibilities This list of duties and responsibilities is not all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities, as management may deem necessary from time to time. Reads, interprets, tracks, and ensures compliance with RFP content and formatting requirements. Determines appropriate approach in response to the RFP requirements and stated scope of work. Writes original proposal content, draws on past proposal library content, interviews subject matter experts to develop first draft of proposal response, and edits technical material provided by subject matter experts into a cohesive proposal response draft. Ensures win themes and differentiators are clearly articulated in proposal response. Coordinates involvement of subject matter experts and operations resources, including scheduling collaborative opportunities, deadlines, and type and quality of content. Responsible for document formatting, layout, production, and packaging. Performs visual review of all proposal deliverables to achieve highly professional and polished client-ready documents. Supports finalist interview presentations, including developing presentations, writing responses, and coordinating rehearsals. Creates graphics, maps, charts, diagrams, tables, and illustrations. Takes ownership for meeting tight deadlines and orchestrating all activities required for producing the final proposal. Position Requirements Education and Experience Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university required or equivalent required Experience in proposal writing or equivalent strongly desired Required Skills, Knowledge and Abilities Outstanding communication and critical thinking skills, including proficiency with grammar, punctuation, spelling, and style guides Ability to work with a wide range of subject matter experts Relationship-oriented, energetic, and resourceful Positive attitude under pressure, strong team player, responsible, dedicated, and self-motivated Ability to adhere to schedules and meet deadlines. Strong customer service and communication skills Must be able to handle a wide work variety and work in a fast-paced environment Must be a detail-oriented, organized, and self-starter Expertise in software tools including Microsoft Outlook, Teams, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Visio, SharePoint, and Adobe Acrobat and graphics programs Ability to analyze and interpret data and solve practical problems Knowledge of mathematical concepts such as fractions, percentages, and ratios Committed to diversity and inclusion Reliable transportation Licenses & Certifications Valid driver's license Travel Requirements Willingness to travel up to 5% Note: Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. The above information describes the general duties and requirements necessary to perform the principle functions of the position. This shall not be construed as a detailed description of all the duties and requirements that may be necessary in this position. An Equal Opportunity Employer