Senior Proposal Writer (Senior Pursuit Specialist)-Transportation/Construction Services

RK&K is seeking an energetic, motivated Senior Proposal Writer (Pursuit Specialist) to join our Baltimore office. If you are looking for an opportunity to build a long-term career with a firm known for investing in its people, promoting from within, and creating clear pathways for career growth and upward mobility-this may be the one for you!

Essential Functions

As a senior member of our marketing team, you will play a key role in supporting RK&K's success through transportation and construction services pursuits.

• Produce high-quality, compliant proposals (Adobe InDesign) and presentations (Microsoft PowerPoint) that showcase RK&K's expertise, people, and differentiators
• Develop new and update existing marketing content, including resumes, project descriptions, statements of qualifications, and proposal narratives
• Actively participate in marketing meetings with technical staff
• Collaborate closely with technical teams to identify differentiators and develop customized, compelling proposal content.
• Identify, track, and distribute RFQs and RFPs for public-sector clients; review and summarize solicitations for pursuit teams.
• Maintain accurate pursuit records and reporting in Deltek Vantagepoint.
• Support major, high-visibility pursuits that shape the firm's growth.

Required Skills and Experience

• BA or BS in English, Journalism, Communications or related discipline
• 7 years of experience in A/E/C proposal development
• Proven ability to manage multiple deadlines while delivering consistently high-quality work
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset
• Experience preparing compliant proposals in both standard government and custom formats
• Ability to analyze complex RFQs/RFPs and develop clear pursuit outlines and compliance checklists
• Proficiency with Deltek (or similar CRM), Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Acrobat), and Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
• Strong editing and quality-control skills, with the ability to deliver concise, polished content without sacrificing technical accuracy
• Working knowledge of brand guidelines and proposal best practices.

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Transportation experience preferred
• Maryland client experience a plus

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

What We Offer

RK&K offers excellent potential for career advancement and professional growth. We also offer attractive compensation packages commensurate with experience and a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Paid time off
• Hybrid work (home and office)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Health, dental, vision, life and disability insurances
• Paid parental leave
• Wellness programs and employee resource groups
• Career Development
• Matching 401(k) plan
• Paid Holidays

Why RK&K?

As a full-service engineering and construction management firm, RK&K gives you the opportunity to directly impact the communities in which we live and work. What sets RK&K apart is an award-winning culture that has fostered a spirit of collaboration and trust for over 100 years. To its clients, the firm delivers concepts, processes, and outcomes that are designed for success. RK&K has earned its reputation as a trusted partner, responsive employer, and community steward.

Design your career at RK&K, Apply Today!

Salary range: $85K - $120K