Technical Proposal Writer

About Us

Potelco, Inc., a subsidiary of Quanta Services, Inc. (NYSE: PWR), was founded in 1965. We specialize in engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) services, which include designing, estimating, material acquisition, project management, construction, emergency power restoration, system maintenance, and similar services. Our expertise is in power, transmission, distribution, and substation projects. We are a leading full-service provider of power infrastructure, construction, and support services in utility and energy contracting throughout the Pacific Northwest and neighboring states.

 

We are proud to be working with some of the region’s largest energy companies as we continue to modernize their electric systems, move towards de-carbonization, and maintain thousands of miles of overhead and underground lines serving millions of residential and commercial customers. We uphold high safety, productivity, and reliability standards as we work with our customers to provide both current and strategic, forward-thinking energy infrastructure, delivery, and solutions.

About this Role

 

Technical Proposal Writer

 

If you enjoy working with a great group of professionals, are accurate, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and enjoy using your construction and organizational skills, then we have a role for you! Potelco, Inc. is look to add a  Technical Proposal Writer to join the team in Sumner, WA.

The Technical Proposal Writer plays a pivotal role in driving the success of our company by working closely with both the estimating and operations teams to craft compelling and precise responses to Requests for Proposal (RFPs). This position is not just about writing—it’s about strategic collaboration to position our company for winning opportunities. The role will also partner with our Director of Business Strategy to enhance and maintain The Forge Power Academy, our dynamic internal training program focused on the internal development of our largest asset, our people.

 

If you're passionate about construction and eager to make an impact, this is the opportunity to be part of a team that values collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement!

 

The pay for this role is a range of $75,000-$100,000

What You'll Do

This role will be split with 75% of its responsibilities related to Technical Proposal development and 25% to supporting The Forge Power Academy.

 

Proposal Development:

• Collaborates with estimating, operations, and subject matter experts (SMEs) to generate compelling, compliant, and competitive proposals.
• Leads and manages the proposal development process from inception to submission, ensuring adherence to RFP specifications, customer requirements, and evaluation criteria.
• Research RFP requirements, industry best practices, and competitors to enhance proposal quality and effectiveness.
• Strategizes proposal content to be submitted to the client within established time frames.

Technical Writing & Content Creation:

• Translates complex construction and industry information into clear, concise, and persuasive proposal content tailored to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Works with estimating team to ensure accuracy and completeness of cost-related proposal sections.
• Ensures that proposal responses are well-structured, compelling, and aligned with the company’s capabilities and strategic goals.
• Develops and refines standardized proposal templates, style guides, and content libraries to streamline future proposal efforts.
• Demonstrates strong written communication skills and attention to detail to efficiently proofread and edit large documents with precision within quick timeframes.

 

Editing & Quality Assurance:

• Review and proofread technical content to ensure accuracy, consistency, clarity, and compliance with company branding.
• Standardize documentation using templates, style guides, and structured formats to enhance readability and usability.
• Conduct research to verify technical data, industry trends, and regulatory updates.

 

Administrative:

• Assist with Corporate Forge Power Training Academy.
• Develop, coordinate, and maintain training materials, resources, and documentation for easy access by employees.
• Monitor employee attendance and collect feedback with a constant focus on continuous improvement.
• Coordinate with subject-matter experts and People Strategy Team, scheduling their involvement in specific sessions and trainings.
• Ensure all necessary