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PROPOSAL DEVELOPMENT MANAGER - REMOTE

Role overview

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
  • 5+ years of proposal management experience, or 2-3 years in Facilities Management proposal development.
  • Strong writing, editing, proofreading, and communication skills.
  • Experience managing multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

  • Manage the full proposal lifecycle, including strategy, content development, reviews, and submission.
  • Develop winning proposal strategies and client-focused messaging.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create tailored content and impactful visuals.
  • Ensure compliance with RFP requirements and quality standards.

Key facts

Other skills

  • Strategic Thinking
  • Communication
  • Writing
  • Editing
  • Microsoft Office
  • Collaboration
  • Mentorship

About the company

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Compass Group

Restaurants & Food Service

Compass Group PLC is a world leading food and support services company, which serves meals to millions of people in c.35 countries and employs and engages more than 550,000 people globally. The Company specialises in providing food and a range of support services across the core sectors of Business & Industry, Healthcare & Senior Living, Education, Sports & Leisure and Defence, Offshore & Remote, with an established brand portfolio.

Company details

Company typeXLarge
IndustryRestaurants & Food Service
Company size10001

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Job description

 

Position Title: PROPOSAL DEVELOPMENT MANAGER - REMOTE

Salary: $90,000 - $105,000

Pay Grade: 15 

Other Forms of Compensation: BONUS 

 

ESFM is the corporate facilities management (FM) division of Compass Group USA, a Gold-level Corporate Sustaining Partner of the International Facility Management Association (IFMA), and a Platinum Corporate Member of the Association of Energy Engineers (AEE).

 

ESFM self-performs 80% of all FM services provided to clients. Our portfolio of solution categories includes Facilities Maintenance & Engineering, ESG Programming, Laboratory Support Services, Janitorial & Industrial Cleaning, Landscaping & Grounds Management, Workplace Solutions and Managed Services. 

 

This self-performance model creates a consistent hospitality experience for clients, resulting in higher engagement and productivity from their employees. ESFM’s clients include many household names from the life sciences, technology, oil & gas and manufacturing markets.

 

This position is eligible for an Employee Referral Bonus! If you know someone that is qualified for this role, please use the ‘job search’ in PeopleHub to refer your referral and email them a link to apply. Your referral will be able to apply by clicking the link in the email. You can check the status through your profile, accessible via Careers in PeopleHub, by clicking on ‘referral tracking.’ For Employee Referral guidelines, FAQs and the Compass Employee Referral Policy, email MyReferral@compass-usa.com. 

Job Summary

The Proposal Development Manager will lead  the development of strategic proposals, RFP responses, and competitive bids for ESFM. Partner with Sales, Operations, SMEs, Pricing, and Creative teams to manage opportunities from kickoff through final submission, ensuring compliant, client-focused, and compelling proposals that drive business growth.

 

Key Responsibilities

 

  • Manage the full proposal lifecycle, including strategy, content development, reviews, and submission.
  • Develop winning proposal strategies and client-focused messaging.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create tailored content and impactful visuals.
  • Maintain and improve proposal content libraries, templates, and best practices.
  • Ensure compliance with RFP requirements and quality standards.
  • Oversee proposal schedules, priorities, and resource allocation across multiple projects.
  • Write, edit, and refine executive summaries, technical responses, and solution narratives.
  • Support presentation development and post-submission activities.
  • Mentor proposal team members and drive continuous process improvements.

 

Qualifications

 

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
  • 5+ years of proposal management experience, or 2-3 years in Facilities Management proposal development.
  • Strong writing, editing, proofreading, and communication skills.
  • Experience managing multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel).
  • Strong organizational, project management, and strategic thinking skills.

 

 

Apply to ESFM Services today!

ESFM is a member of Compass Group USA

Click here to Learn More about the Compass Story

 

Associates at ESFM are offered many fantastic benefits.

  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Life Insurance/ AD
  • Disability Insurance
  • Retirement Plan
  • Paid Time Off
  • Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
  • Associate Shopping Program
  • Health and Wellness Programs
  • Discount Marketplace
  • Identity Theft Protection
  • Pet Insurance
  • Commuter Benefits
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Personal Leave

 

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.

https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023_WageTransparency_ESFM.pdf 

 

Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer.  At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act. 

Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

 

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

 

Eurest Services maintains a drug-free workplace.

 

Req ID:1554802

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