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Job Description

Bowen Collins & Associates is a civil and environmental engineering consulting firm serving clients throughout the Intermountain West. We are seeking an experienced Proposal Manager to lead and continuously improve our pursuit and proposal process.

This position is responsible for managing the development, coordination, production, and delivery of proposals, statements of qualifications (SOQs), interview materials, and other client-facing marketing documents. The Proposal Manager serves as the central coordinator for pursuit activities, working closely with project managers, associates, and principals to develop compelling, compliant, and competitive submissions.

The Proposal Manager will supervise and mentor a Marketing and Proposal Specialist and help develop the systems, tools, content libraries, and processes that support successful pursuits across the firm. While business development and client relationships remain the responsibility of our technical staff and leadership team, this position plays a critical role in helping the firm win work through exceptional proposal management, technical writing, and pursuit coordination.

Reports To: VP of Administration and Marketing

Skills & Qualifications:

• 10+ years of marketing, proposal management, or pursuit management experience, preferably within the A/E/C industry
• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, Journalism, English, or a related field (relevant experience equally valued)
• Strong technical writing, editing, and proofreading skills
• Demonstrated experience leading proposal efforts from kickoff through submission
• Ability to translate technical engineering concepts into clear, client-focused messaging
• Strong project management skills and ability to manage multiple concurrent deadlines
• Experience coordinating technical staff and leadership teams without direct authority
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Creative Suite
• Experience with Deltek VantagePoint, OpenAsset, or similar CRM/database systems preferred
• Experience developing proposal templates, content libraries, and pursuit processes preferred
• Experience mentoring or supervising junior marketing staff preferred
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Specific Duties:

Proposal Leadership and Pursuit Management

• Lead the preparation and delivery of proposals, SOQs, interview presentations, and other pursuit-related materials
• Develop proposal schedules, compliance checklists, and production plans
• Coordinate technical contributors and ensure deadlines are met
• Review solicitations and identify client requirements, evaluation criteria, and submission risks
• Facilitate proposal kickoff meetings and pursuit planning discussions
• Assist leadership and project managers with go/no-go evaluations and pursuit strategy

Technical Writing and Content Management

• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and technical staff to develop compelling proposal content
• Write, edit, and maintain project descriptions, resumes, boilerplate content, and qualification statements
• Maintain and improve the firm’s proposal content library
• Maintain and update SF330 forms and other government qualification documents
• Ensure consistency in branding, messaging, and proposal quality

Marketing Systems and Process Improvement

• Manage marketing data and pursuit information within Deltek VantagePoint and OpenAsset
• Track proposal activity, outcomes, and key performance metrics
• Identify opportunities to improve proposal processes, templates, and workflows
• Support interview preparation and post-submittal debrief efforts

Leadership and Staff Development

• Provide day-to-day direction and mentorship to the Marketing Coordinator
• Assist with workload planning and task prioritization within the marketing department
• Support the professional development of marketing staff

What Success Looks Like:

This role will be evaluated against the following outcomes:

30 Days: Has mapped all active opportunities, owns at least one proposal process end-to-end, and has introduced themselves to every partner and associate in the company

60 Days: Has submitted at least one compliant, on-time proposal with minimal supervision; content library gaps identified and improvement plan underway

90 Days: Fully owns the proposal process; partners and associates trust the system; no missed deadlines; has proposed at least one process improvement

6 Months: Measurable improvement in submission quality and on-time performance; win/loss tracking in place; actively contributing to pursuit planning and go/no-go discussions

1 Year: Clear impact on win rate; proposal library is a genuine asset; recognized by leadership as a strategic contributor, not just an executor

Benefits Offered:

• Paid time off and Holiday pay
• Flex holiday and flex time
• Paid parental leave
• Health and Dental insurance
• EAP program
• HSA/FSA
• Life insurance and disability insurance
• Generous 401k retirement plan
• Supportive company culture
• Opportunities for growth

Job Description

Bowen Collins & Associates is a civil and environmental engineering firm specializing in water and wastewater consulting services for clients in the Intermountain West. As a Marketing and Proposal Coordinator, you will support the development of proposals, statements of qualifications, presentations, and marketing materials that help our firm win work and showcase our expertise. This position combines technical writing, proposal coordination, graphic design, and content management in support of our engineering and environmental professionals.

Reports To: Marketing and Proposal Specialist

Skills and Qualifications:

• 1-5 years of marketing, communications, graphic design, or proposal coordination experience preferred. AEC industry experience is preferred but not required
• Ability to visualize and create layouts, graphics, and illustrations for marketing materials and reports
• Strong writing and editing skills (including grammar and punctuation)
• Exhibit persistence and follow-through on commitments and deadlines
• Experience with social media management
• Proficient with Microsoft Office products
• Experience with graphic design tools required. InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator experience preferred

Benefits Offered:

• Assist with the preparation, production, and delivery of proposals, statements of qualifications, interview materials, and presentations.
• Responsible for maintaining and organizing marketing resource materials – brochures, data, photographs, files, and client information.
• Create graphics for engineering reports, presentations, and displays.
• Complete government forms, client questionnaires, and qualifying statements as required.
• Maintain and revise government format SF330 for proposals.
• Maintain and update project descriptions, resumes, staff bios, and qualification statements for use in proposals and marketing materials.
• Work proficiently in Deltek VantagePoint CRM.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Maintain project descriptions, resumes, and qualification statements.
• Support CRM data management in Deltek VantagePoint.
• Assist with website updates and social media content.
• Coordinate photography, project imagery, and marketing assets.
• Support interview preparation and presentation development.

What Success Looks Like:

• 90 days: Independently supports proposal and marketing efforts with minimal supervision
• 6 months: Is a trusted resource for proposal coordination, content management, and marketing support
• 1 year: Plays a key role in maintaining marketing systems, proposal quality, and firmwide marketing resources

Benefits Offered:

• Paid time off and Holiday pay
• Flex holiday and flex time
• Paid parental leave
• Health and Dental insurance
• EAP program
• HSA/FSA
• Life insurance and disability insurance
• Generous 401k retirement plan
• Supportive company culture
• Opportunities for growth

Bowen Collins & Associates offers internships year-round for motivated students to join our team. We are a water and wastewater engineering firm that provide unique and innovative water-based solutions to cities and special service districts in Utah and Idaho. We know water, we are passionate about water, and we work as a team to design and deliver water-related solutions to our clients. We see the benefit of hiring diverse people from various backgrounds, and we understand the value of fostering a workplace in which inclusion, understanding, and individuality lead to a strong work culture.

As a BC&A intern, you will have the privilege of developing valuable job skills while continuing your education. You will be asked to work on real-world issues in your community, visit active construction sites, be involved in technical trainings, have access to professional growth activities, and perform a variety of water and wastewater-based engineering tasks. You will have daily opportunities to experience meaningful work in your area(s) of interest, and you will have access to new relationships and fresh feedback from people who have worked in the industry for years.

Candidates should be working toward a degree in water/environmental engineering, environmental science, construction management, or related fields. Interested candidates should send a resume that includes a short paragraph of your professional objective to jobs@bowencollins.com and we will be in touch.

Job Description

Bowen Collins & Associates is a civil and environmental engineering firm specializing in providing water and wastewater relating consulting services to clients in the intermountain west. As a water resources engineer, you will work with other engineers, environmental scientists, and engineering technicians to plan, design, and oversee construction on projects including components of water resources planning, water and wastewater treatment, water transmission, sewer collection, stormwater drainage, flood control, groundwater management, and/or environmental services.

Skills & Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience
• Professional Engineer (PE)
• Strong understanding of water resources industry and technology trends, including all aspects of water resource systems from studies through construction
• Understanding of hydraulics and hydrology
• Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment, strong attention to detail, and strong written and oral communication skills
• Capable of working efficiently with clients, contractors, regulatory agencies, and internal staff
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office

Preferred Skills & Qualifications

• Proficiency with a variety of hydraulic and hydrologic computer modeling programs
• Understanding of the Division of Drinking Water (DDW) rules and regulations and Division of Water Rights (DWRi) rules and regulations

• Experience with client marketing efforts and proposal development
• Previous leadership experience
• Proficiency with AutoCAD and/or Microstation preferred
• Proficiency with GIS software preferred

Benefits Offered:

• Paid time off and Holiday pay
• Flex holiday and flex time
• Paid parental leave
• Health and Dental insurance
• EAP program
• HSA/FSA
• Life insurance and disability insurance
• Generous 401k retirement plan
• Supportive company culture
• Opportunities for growth and future ownership

Job Description

Bowen Collins & Associates is a civil and environmental engineering firm specializing in providing water and wastewater relating consulting services to clients in the intermountain west. As a water resources engineer, you will work with and under the direction of other engineers and environmental scientists to plan, design, and oversee construction on projects including components of water resources planning, water and wastewater treatment, water transmission, sewer collection, stormwater drainage, flood control, groundwater management, and/or environmental services.

Skills & Qualifications

• O to 5 years of experience in entry-level position
• Understanding of water resources, hydraulics, and hydrology
• Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment, strong attention to detail, and strong written and oral communication skills
• Capable of working efficiently with clients, contractors, regulatory agencies, and internal staff
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office

Preferred Skills & Qualifications

• Engineer in Training (EIT)
• Experience with hydraulic and hydrologic computer modeling programs

• Experience with client marketing efforts and proposal development
• Experience with AutoCAD and/or Microstation preferred
• Experience with GIS software preferred

Benefits Offered:

• Paid time off and Holiday pay
• Flex holiday and flex time
• Paid parental leave
• Health and Dental insurance
• EAP program
• HSA/FSA
• Life insurance and disability insurance
• Generous 401k retirement plan
• Supportive company culture
• Opportunities for growth and future ownership

Job Description

BC&A has an immediate opening for a full-time position in Construction Management in Draper, Utah. The applicant will be responsible for managing and observing construction projects to ensure that projects meet the requirements of the project documents.

Skills & Qualifications

• 5+ years related job experience in Engineering or Construction Management.
• Special inspection certifications or the ability to obtain certifications within six months of hire. Professional and effective in verbal and written communication skills.
• Competent computer experience in preparing and organizing project documentation.
• Manage construction projects to ensure compliance with the project documents.
• Coordinate review of technical submittals, request for information/interpretation, work change directives, track project changes, and produce documentation for change orders.
• Oversee contractor’s compliance with permitting and other project requirements.
• Document, photograph and report the quality of construction workmanship on the project site. Witness and record the progress of the contractor’s schedule. Interface with the general contractor and the project team as the project owner’s representative.
• Lead coordination meetings with clients, general contractors, subconsultants, and other government agencies.

Specific Duties

• Must understand various types of construction trades to perform construction management of municipal, heavy civil, commercial, and utility projects
• Be attentive to project schedules and be vigilant of the work being performed
• Observe the work intently, note items that do not appear in compliance, and promptly notify the project superintendent and the engineering project manager
• Understanding of industrial, commercial, and municipal processes
• Be willing to attend continuing education courses and obtain necessary certifications
• Be physically able to negotiate safely around a project site and observe items in trenches, on rough terrain, and on high scaffolding

Benefits Offered:

• Paid time off and Holiday pay
• Flex holiday and flex time
• Paid parental leave
• Health and Dental insurance
• EAP program
• HSA/FSA
• Life insurance and disability insurance
• Generous 401k retirement plan
• Supportive company culture
• Opportunities for growth and future ownership

Job Description

Bowen Collins & Associates is looking for an experienced Senior Cad Design Technician to join our team. The ideal candidate will provide oversight and leadership for our CAD department. They must have experience in designing and creating 3D models, drafting plans, creating detailed drawings, and managing a CAD team. The successful candidate will also have a strong understanding of engineering principles and be able to create accurate and precise designs that meet the specifications of the project. We are looking for a leader who is creative, detail-oriented, and able to work independently as well as team collaboration. As a Senior CAD Design Technician, they will assist engineers and project managers in preparing and completing project designs. They will be responsible for the accurate development and presentation of project layouts, details, and provide supervision, workload, and quality control and quality assurance for the CAD department.

Skills & Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Team building and interpersonal skills
• Efficiently and effectively use AutoCAD Civil 3D
• Develop expertise and efficiency with Revit, ArcGIS, and Bentley Microstation products.
• Assist in developing engineering designs for civil site and grading plans, pipelines, pump stations, treatment plant and related facilities, and developing details for structural and other disciplines
• Collaborate with engineers and other professionals to ensure quality design projects are delivered
• Help maintain company-wide CAD Standards and Practices
• Keep informed with the latest developments in CAD and Modeling software and help incorporate new developments into the company practice
• Provide quality assurance reviews that include the work of others
• Demonstrate initiative to improve CAD department skills, provide training to others regarding the use of CAD software and technical design basics
• Prepare schedules and priorities for the CAD department
• Promote the firm by maintaining a professional appearance and attitude.

Preferred Skills & Qualifications

• Autodesk Civil 3D (Required)
• Autodesk Revit
• Bentley Microstation/Openroads Designer
• ArcGIS (Map or ArcGIS Pro)
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office

Benefits Offered:

• Paid time off and Holiday pay
• Flex holiday and flex time
• Paid parental leave
• Health and Dental insurance
• EAP program
• HSA/FSA
• Life insurance and disability insurance
• Generous 401k retirement plan
• Supportive company culture
• Opportunities for growth