• Manage digital marketing campaigns across multiple platforms • Analyze campaign performance and optimize for better results • Create and execute marketing strategies for global markets • Collaborate with international team members across different time zones

Title: Proposal Specialist Location: United States Job Description: The Role: The Proposal Writer will lead the development, writing, editing, and overseeing of compelling proposal submissions aimed at driving YA's growth. They will regularly collaborate and communicate with external clients, internal Project Specialists, Project Managers, and members of the Executive Leadership teams. In This Role, You Will: Assist with proposals and lead Requests for Information, Requests for Qualifications, and other proposals for clients, supporting from capture through to interview stage, as required. Participate in go/no-go, capture planning and positioning activities as they pertain to preparation for the proposal. Participate in pre-RFP capture/proposal planning, supporting the development of key messages in proposals. Lead proposal process, including being responsible for proposal schedule, templates, compliance list, and content plan) and providing leadership for document design. Serve as lead writer/editor for cover letters, resumes and past performance sections for proposals. Support development of data calls to teaming partners/subconsultants, setting up status calls and color team reviews. Facilitate color team reviews and manage the implementation of proposal and presentation revisions based on direction from review teams and the capture team. Support internal debriefs after proposal submittal, and review client debriefs and client feedback on proposals to drive continuous improvement. Apply working knowledge of company quality procedures and approval processes (legal, contracts, signatory). Liaise with appropriate/relevant operations, technical, and business development professionals to support or develop marketing information (including case studies/project sheets and capabilities summaries). Participate in presentation/interview preparation and planning, as assigned. Perform final and edits layout, (Canva, MS Word, InDesign, using brand guidelines. Use CRM software to keep data updated (NetSuite, Salesforce). What You Bring: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required. 4+ years’ experience in proposal coordination, writing, and editing within the private sector required, with experience in public sector consulting a plus. Working knowledge of Microsoft 365 preferred. Experience with Canva, InDesign, or other graphic design software preferred. Ability to work well on your own, in a remote environment. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Who We Are: YA Group is an international professional services organization providing forensic consulting, engineering, risk mitigation, and related services. Founded over 25 years ago as a property damage consulting firm, YA has expanded through organic growth and strategic acquisitions. Today, YA has over 800 professionals dedicated to excellence, partnership, and driving innovation. YA’s Government Services division partners with government and corporations to protect the communities we love. Our team specializes in emergency management, disaster mitigation, grants administration, floodplain management, urban and regional planning, and community resilience for public, private, and non-profit sector clients. Government Services brings the insight and creative strategies needed to deliver outstanding results to clientele around the nation. What We Offer: Employee-focused culture Strong commitment to work-life balance 100% Remote work Paid Time Off Paid family care/sick leave Parental leave Comprehensive benefits 401k w/match Fraudulent Recruitment Alert: Please be vigilant against fraudulent recruitment attempts. YA will never ask for personal financial information (such as bank account numbers or identification numbers) via social media or chat-based apps. We also will not request money for the purchase of business equipment or conduct interviews solely via text message. All official email communications regarding your application will come from notify@dayforce.com or directly from a member of our talent team using an @yagroup.com domain name. If you suspect any fraudulent activity, please contact us directly at careers@yagroup.com.

Role Description GFT is seeking a Proposal Specialist to join our BD&M team in the West (California/Phoenix/Seattle). This role follows a fully remote work model. Experience preparing proposals for capital public works projects and government agencies in California, such as Caltrans, Metro, BART, etc., is a plus for this role. In this capacity, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following: - Schedules, facilitates, and documents simple proposal kick-off and color review milestones in accordance with best practices for proposal development. - Work is closely monitored and overseen by Manager for accuracy, timeliness, quality, etc. - Compiles and distributes meeting notes, action items, and review comments from all proposal meetings. - Performs detailed analysis of Advertisement, SOQ, and RFP requirements; prepares compliance matrices/outlines and schedules and coordinates tasks for the proposal team. - Communicates and follows up on technical team content development deadlines. - Coordinates proposal resources (project management/technical team input, proposal support, subconsultant input, graphics/print teams, and corporate input [such as legal, HR, and financial]). - Identifies and prioritizes tasks, develops proposal production schedules for review by Manager. - Reviews all work product, ensures completions of assignments, and adherence to internal best practices and quality control objectives. - Edits and reviews technical sections. - Ensures incorporation of all changes from review meetings. - Enters key proposal data/milestones into CRM. - Supports sales interview teams, if needed, with Senior Manager oversight. - Collaborates with graphic designers to develop proposals and presentations. Qualifications - Degree in marketing, journalism, communications, business or applicable field or a technical/scientific discipline related to GFT's core business. - Minimum 3 years of combined prior proposal experience is required, including a progressively increasing level of responsibility during the past year. Requirements - 1-2 years of experience with RFP responses and some section writing experience. - Exposure to architectural, engineering, design, and/or construction management services for transportation, facilities, and/or environmental market sectors required. - Excellent leadership, professional writing/editing, communication, and organizational skills required. - Strong ability to perform multiple tasks concurrently and work in fast-paced environment when required. - High competency in not only MS applications but also Adobe Creative Suite applications. Benefits - Remote work environment. - Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, in addition to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance. - Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan. - Competitive paid-time-off (PTO) accrual. - Tuition reimbursement for continued education. - Commitment to professional development, access to internal and external training programs, and support of active participation in professional organizations. - Incentive compensation for eligible positions. Company Description At GFT, a privately held AEC firm, we innovate where transportation, water, power, and buildings converge. We call this the Infrastructure of Life. We measure our success by the strength of our relationships – that’s why we’re the employer of choice for 5,000+ of the industry’s brightest engineers, planners, architects, inspectors, designers, and more. Our clients choose us for our expertise and prefer us for our nimble approach, creativity, and personal touch. Backed by over a century’s experience, together we’re building a lasting legacy for future generations: stronger communities, a healthier planet, and better lives. GFT: Ingenuity That Shapes Lives™ GFT is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veterans’ status or other characteristics protected by law. Unsolicited resumes from third party agencies will be considered the property of GFT.

• Manage the full proposal lifecycle for medium‑ to high‑complexity pursuits, from initial release through final submission • Review RFP/RFI documents to ensure a fully compliant and complete response • Create, maintain, and format proposal templates and supporting materials • Use Loopio (primary tool) or similar RFP response software (e.g., RFPIO, Responsive) to manage content, workflows, and collaboration • Work closely with SMEs—including Solution Architects, HR, and business owners—to gather information and develop clear, client‑focused content • Edit and refine content using both manual editing and AI‑supported tools • Coordinate and facilitate key proposal activities such as Writer’s Workshops, Storyboarding sessions, Red Team reviews, and content reviews with leadership • Ensure all proposal components are packaged professionally and submitted on time • Track milestones, manage deadlines, and maintain strong communication across cross‑functional teams • Develop tailored messaging and value propositions that differentiate the company from competitors • Recommend process improvements to enhance proposal quality and efficiency • Maintain and update client‑facing content libraries as needed • Provide non‑technical writing support to articulate value propositions aligned to client business outcomes