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Proposal Specialist - Buildings (Mississauga, ON, CA) @ GMS LP

Mississauga, ON, CAOnsiteFull-time
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<p><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><strong>Build What Matters</strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">At Graham, one of North America’s largest general contractors, we don’t just construct buildings, we create spaces that shape lives and strengthen communities. As part of our Buildings division, you will contribute to meaningful projects across the region, from hospitals and schools to entertainment venues and multi-family residences.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Here, your work has purpose. Your safety and growth are supported. And your impact is lasting.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><strong>Join a team that builds with commitment, reliability, and integrity. Apply today and help us build what matters.</strong></span></p> <p> </p><p><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><strong>Your Impact Starts Here</strong> </span></p> <p><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Graham is actively recruiting a Proposal Specialist to support the Buildings and Infrastructure Divisions. Reporting to the Proposal Team Lead or District Senior Management, this role leads the development of high‑quality proposals for public and private construction projects.<strong> </strong>You will collaborate with senior leaders and project teams to deliver clear, client‑focused proposals.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><strong> </strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><strong>Your Role in Building What Matters – From Office to Site</strong> </span></p> <ul type="disc"> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><strong>Lead end</strong><strong>‑</strong><strong>to</strong><strong>‑</strong><strong>end proposal development</strong> by establishing proposal schedules, processes, and compliant submissions that clearly communicate Graham’s value.</span></li> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><strong>Coordinate proposal teams and timelines</strong> by leading kick‑off meetings, assigning responsibilities, tracking deliverables, and ensuring deadlines are met.</span></li> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><strong>Review and interpret RFP requirements</strong> by identifying response criteria, building compliance matrices, and ensuring complete and accurate submissions.</span></li> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><strong>Develop high</strong><strong>‑</strong><strong>quality proposal content and design</strong> by writing and editing clear, consistent narratives and producing visually strong responses using InDesign.</span></li> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><strong>Drive proposal strategy and quality</strong> by developing win themes, key messaging, and differentiators, and facilitating reviews to deliver polished, client‑focused proposals.</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><strong> </strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><strong>The Right Tools for the Job</strong> </span></p> <ul type="disc"> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><strong>Education:</strong> Post‑secondary education in Communications, Marketing, Construction Management, or a related field.</span></li> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><strong>Experience: </strong><span>7+ years of proposal experience, preferably within construction, general contracting, or a related consulting environment, with experience supporting Buildings and Infrastructure projects</span>.</span></li> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><strong>Skills:</strong> Proficiency in InDesign, Adobe Suite, MS Office, and SharePoint, with proven stakeholder coordination and deadline management.</span></li> </ul> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><strong>Compensation</strong></span></p> <ul type="disc"> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Salary Range $85,000 to $100,000 per annum</span></li> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Compensation aligned to education and experience, ensuring fair and competitive placement</span></li> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Three to five weeks of vacation, with additional credit for prior industry experience</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:white">#LI-ONSITE #SeniorRole #TorontoJobs #LI-FullTime #ConstructionJobs</span></p><div> <p><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><strong>Lay the Foundation for Your Next Career Move. Apply Today.</strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">At Graham, we’re building more than structures, we’re building futures. Join a team that delivers excellence from the ground up and makes a lasting impact across Canada.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to an inclusive, accessible workplace. Accommodations are available throughout the hiring process when requested. Please contact [email protected] for accommodation requests.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Unsolicited resumes or candidate profiles will not be accepted and will become the property of Jardeg/Graham.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">As Graham’s trusted recruitment partner, Jardeg supports the hiring of skilled professionals across Buildings, Industrial, Infrastructure, Water, Development, and Services projects nationwide.</span></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> </div>

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