Proposal Manager

About Coastal Engineering

Coastal Engineering is a specialized marine construction firm delivering complex, high-quality waterfront and underwater infrastructure projects along the East Coast. Our capabilities include piers, bulkheads, dams, bridges, dredging, and other critical marine structures. We are driven by a commitment to innovation, safety, sustainability, and executional excellence. 

We are seeking an experienced Proposal Manager to lead the development of competitive, compliant, and high-quality proposals for marine and underwater construction projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the end-to-end proposal development process. 
• Review RFPs, RFQs, and IFBs to ensure full compliance. 
• Develop proposal schedules, outlines, and compliance matrices. 
• Coordinate with estimating, operations, safety, and executive teams. 
• Draft and finalize technical, safety, and execution narratives. 
• Ensure alignment between narrative, pricing, and schedule. 
• Manage resumes, graphics, and past performance content.
• Track addenda and manage revisions. 
• Conduct quality control and executive reviews. 
• Maintain proposal templates and boilerplate materials.

Requirements

Qualifications

• Experience managing proposals in construction or engineering environments. 
• Familiarity with public-sector procurement (USACE, NAVFAC, DOTs).
• Ability to manage multiple proposals concurrently.
• Strong written communication and organizational skills. 
• Experience coordinating cross-functional teams. 
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and proposal tools.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Marine or underwater construction experience preferred.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary.
• Bonuses and weekly pay structure. 
• Opportunities for advancement and professional development.
• Collaborative, quality-driven work environment. 
• Flexible scheduling where appropriate.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Health insurance reimbursement plan
• Paid time off 
• Professional development assistance 
• Opportunities for advancement

Schedule

• This is a 1-year contract position.
• Primarily Monday – Friday during standard business hours.
• Must be available as needed to support proposal deadlines.
• Schedule may vary based on bid volume and submission timelines.

Work Location & Requirements

• Location: Greenwood Lake, NY In person) 
• Commute: Must be able to commute to Greenwood Lake, NY
• Relocation: Required prior to start date