Senior Proposal Coordinator
Overview
The Senior Proposal Coordinator is a core member of the pursuit team—responsible for developing clear, credible, and differentiated proposal content that positions Shimmick and Axia to win complex infrastructure work. You will work directly with operations leaders to extract project knowledge and translate it into strong, strategic messaging across proposals, qualifications, and interviews. This role requires ownership, speed, and the ability to operate under pressure. We are not looking for someone to manage documents—we are looking for someone who helps us win. Who We Are Shimmick Construction and Axia Electric deliver complex infrastructure across water, transportation, energy, and marine markets. Our strength is in self-perform capabilities, technical expertise, and disciplined execution. We are building a proposal team that reflects that same standard. We don’t just submit proposals—we position the company to win.
Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities Lead development of resumes and project datasheets tailored to specific pursuits Conduct direct interviews with project teams and SMEs to capture: Construction approach Technical challenges and solutions Self-perform advantages Safety and quality performance Write and refine: Project experience narratives Key personnel qualifications Differentiated content aligned with win strategy Manage all proposal compliance and administrative requirements (RFP forms, bid packages, online submissions) Coordinate proposal schedules, assignments, and deliverables Maintain and continuously improve proposal content libraries within Cosential Lead formatting and visual execution of proposals using Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop) Enforce brand, quality, and consistency standards across all submissions Support pursuit teams in strengthening messaging for interviews and presentations What We’re Looking For High-output, high-accountability mindset—you own your work and deliver on time Comfortable engaging directly with project executives, PMs, and field leaders Strong instincts for what makes a project and a team stand out Detail-oriented but able to move fast Driven to grow into a Proposal Manager / Pursuit Leader
Qualifications
Minimum Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in English, Communications, Marketing, Journalism, Business, or related field, OR equivalent experience. Preferred Qualifications: 2–5+ years of proposal coordination experience, preferably in heavy civil / AEC Strong writing and editing skills with the ability to translate technical content into clear messaging Experience working with construction teams, engineers, or field operations Proven ability to manage multiple deadlines without dropping the ball Proficiency in: Microsoft Word (Advanced) Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign; Illustrator and Photoshop) Experience with Cosential CRM (or similar AEC proposal database systems) Additional Information: Requires occasional travel for proposal workshops, interviews, or team meetings. This position may be based in Irvine, CA; Suisun City, CA; Denver, CO; or a remote location within the United States. Qualified applicants who are offered a position must pass a pre-employment substance abuse test This position does not include sponsorship for a United States work authorization. The salary range for this position is between $75,000-$100,000 per year depending on experience and/or education. Shimmick's comprehensive benefits plan includes medical, dental and vision coverage; as well as options to participate in an FSA or HSA. The Company also provides employer paid STD, LTD, basic life and AD&D, and an Employee Assistance Program. Additional voluntary benefit offerings include pet insurance, hospital indemnity, critical illness insurance, legal and identity theft protection. NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:Please note that Shimmick does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, Shimmick will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, Shimmick explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Shimmick. AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. #LI-AR Apply To This Job