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Proposal Specialist

@ Reliance Impact

Toronto, Ontario

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Overview

Reliance Impact is hiring a Proposal Specialist in the Greater Toronto Area on a hybrid schedule of 4 days in the office and 1 day from home. The role coordinates and produces proposals, qualifications packages and presentations for construction bids, using Adobe InDesign and working with estimating and leadership teams. The posting lists a salary of $75,000–$95,000 annually, while a later section gives $60,000–$75,000 depending on experience.

Responsibilities:

  • Coordinate full proposal process from RFP review to submission
  • Create and format proposals using Adobe InDesign
  • Gather project information and supporting documents from internal teams
  • Maintain proposal templates and database of past proposals
  • Edit and proofread proposal content

Requirements summary:

  • Previous construction industry experience required
  • Strong Adobe InDesign experience required
  • Proposal, marketing or bid coordinator experience strongly preferred
  • Experience with RFPs, RFQs or qualification packages
  • Strong Microsoft Office skills
  • Exceptional attention to detail

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Employer posting date
2026-10-19
First seen by our source
2026-11-11
Source record updated
2026-11-11

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Job details

SeniorityEntry level
DepartmentBusiness development
Hours per week40 (estimated)
Travelair: none · ground: none
Work settingOffice
PositionMostly sitting
Physical demandsphysical low · computer high
LanguagesEnglish

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Job description

Proposal Specialist

Location: Greater Toronto Area, ON

Work Model: Hybrid – 4 days in office / 1 day from home

Salary: $75,000–$95,000 annually

Industry: Construction

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Proposal Coordinator to join a growing construction organization. This role will be responsible for coordinating, developing, and producing high-quality proposals, qualifications packages, presentations, and other business development materials.

The successful candidate must have previous construction industry experience and strong Adobe InDesign skills. You will work closely with business development, estimating, operations, and leadership teams to ensure proposals are professional, compelling, accurate, and submitted on time.

Key Responsibilities

  • Coordinate the full proposal process from initial RFP/RFQ review through final submission.
  • Create, format, and produce professional proposals using Adobe InDesign.
  • Review RFPs, RFQs, and other bid documents to identify submission requirements, deadlines, and evaluation criteria.
  • Work with internal teams to gather project information, resumes, project profiles, technical content, and supporting documentation.
  • Develop and maintain proposal templates, project sheets, resumes, corporate information, and marketing materials.
  • Ensure proposals are visually polished, consistent, accurate, and aligned with company branding.
  • Coordinate proposal schedules and ensure all contributors meet internal deadlines.
  • Edit and proofread proposal content for grammar, clarity, consistency, and presentation.
  • Assist with presentations, interview materials, and other business development initiatives.
  • Maintain an organized database of previous proposals, project information, resumes, photography, and supporting materials.
  • Support continuous improvements to the company's proposal and submission process.

Qualifications

  • Previous experience in the construction industry is required.
  • Strong Adobe InDesign experience is required.
  • Previous experience in a Proposal Coordinator, Marketing Coordinator, Bid Coordinator, or similar role is strongly preferred.
  • Experience preparing construction proposals, RFPs, RFQs, or qualification packages.
  • Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Exceptional attention to detail and proofreading abilities.
  • Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines simultaneously.
  • Comfortable collaborating with estimating, operations, business development, and senior leadership teams.
  • Ability to work effectively in a deadline-driven construction environment.

Compensation & Work Environment

  • Salary: $60,000–$75,000, depending on experience.
  • Hybrid schedule: 4 days per week in office and 1 day working from home.
  • Opportunity to join a growing construction organization and play an important role in winning new projects.
  • Collaborative environment with exposure to multiple areas of the business.

Please note: Candidates must have construction industry experience and Adobe InDesign experience to be considered.

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