Craftwater

Title: Proposal Manager Location: San Diego / Pasadena Department: Operations Full-time / Hybrid Job Description: Own The Process That Drives Our Growth At Craftwater, the innovative work starts with winning proposals. We’re hiring a Proposal Manager to run point on RFPs, RFQs, and SOQs. Owning execution, driving accountability, and shaping the narrative are key to success. This is a high-impact role with direct influence on our growth. What You'll Do - Lead proposal execution from kickoff to submission across multiple pursuits - Turn complex inputs into clear, compelling narratives - Drive accountability across teams to hit deadlines without chaos - Build and improve proposal systems, templates, and workflows - Stay ahead of upcoming pursuits so we’re prepared and organized What We’re Looking For - 3–8+ years in proposals, bid management, or similar deadline-driven work - Experience with RFP/RFQ/SOQ processes - Strong writing and editing skills - Highly organized, detail-oriented, and proactive - Ability to coordinate across teams and hold people accountable Nice to have: AEC / Civil Engineering industry experience, InDesign/Microsoft Office, proposal platforms (PlanetBids, BidNet, etc.) How We Work At Craftwater, how we work matters just as much as what we deliver: - We think in about the entire system by understanding the bigger picture behind every pursuit - We build real connections with teammates and clients through direct, honest collaboration - We innovate with purpose, pushing beyond standard approaches to improve outcomes - We bring tenacity and don’t settle for “good enough,” especially under pressure - We hold a high bar for excellence by creating clear, accurate, and compelling deliverables every time If that resonates, you’ll fit right in. Why Craftwater We’re a team that takes our work seriously, but not ourselves. - Flexible hybrid work schedule - A collaborative, low-ego environment - Real ownership and visibility into growth - Strong culture of smart, dedicated people working toward excellence We’re doing big things and having fun doing it! $65,000 - $120,000 a year Benefits & Perks: - Hybrid work schedule - Unlimited PTO - Concierge health benefits (medical, dental, vision) - Employer 401(k) contributions + profit-sharing eligibility - Personal development & mentorship - Professional and academic conference opportunities - Employee-focused reward programs - Local sports team season tickets We expect a high level of ownership and quality and in return, your compensation and benefits will grow alongside your performance and impact.