[Remote] Proposal Specialist, Valuation & Advisory

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Cushman & Wakefield is a leading global real estate services firm, and they are seeking a Proposal Specialist to support their Valuation & Advisory service line. This role focuses on managing the development of proposals and related materials, ensuring they are cohesive and client-ready while collaborating with various stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end development of proposals, statements of qualifications (SOQs), and related pursuit materials for the Infrastructure and Right-of-Way practice, as well as other V&A business lines as needed
• Coordinate with Market Leads, appraisers, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders to gather and verify key content including resumes, project experience, organizational charts, and pricing details
• Write, edit, and format proposal documents to ensure accuracy, readability, and consistency with Cushman & Wakefield brand standards and client requirements
• Apply light graphic design skills to create visually appealing layouts, cover pages, infographics, and section dividers that elevate proposal quality and readability
• Ensure all proposal deliverables are cohesive, polished, and compliant with RFP/RFQ instructions and submission requirements
• Partner with the Proposal Director and key stakeholders to develop, update, and organize reusable content, including case studies, team bios, and service descriptions
• Maintain a library of branded templates, graphics, and visual assets to support efficient and consistent proposal production
• Incorporate Cushman & Wakefield visual identity standards into all client-facing materials
• Collaborate with Marketing and Design teams to produce high-quality layouts and graphics as needed for special pursuits or presentations
• Manage version control, formatting consistency, and visual alignment across multi-volume or multi-team proposal submissions
• Support internal proposal intake processes by reviewing opportunities, summarizing requirements, assessing fit, and contributing to Go/No-Go decision discussions
• Collaborate with Research and Marketing teams to identify new opportunities and maintain proposal calendars and status updates
• Track and manage proposal activity using Cushman & Wakefield’s project management and CRM tools
• Participate in post-submission reviews to capture lessons learned and identify improvement opportunities
• Recommend and implement workflow enhancements to streamline proposal development and review processes
• Contribute to the ongoing evolution of V&A’s Proposal Content Library and pursuit strategy

Skills

• Bachelor's degree in English, Marketing, Communications, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 3+ years of experience in proposal coordination, writing, or design within a professional services, infrastructure, or real estate environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel) and familiarity with Adobe Creative Cloud (InDesign, Illustrator, Acrobat) or comparable layout/design tools
• Exceptional writing, editing, and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate technical information into client-focused, persuasive narratives
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Experience formatting documents and creating visual layouts that enhance readability and presentation
• Familiarity with real estate appraisal, infrastructure, right-of-way, or public-sector project delivery preferred

Company Overview

• Cushman & Wakefield is a real estate services firm that offers retail investment, energy management, and property services. It was founded in 1917, and is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, USA, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is https://www.cushmanwakefield.com.

Apply tot his job Apply To this Job