Senior Proposal Writer - Energy, Infrastructure and Automation (EIA)

As a Senior Proposal Writer at Leidos, you will be responsible for leading the proposal writing process within the Energy, Infrastructure, and Automation division. This includes documenting and articulating solutions in response to solicitation requirements, collaborating with teams to present compelling narratives, and developing clear and compliant proposal sections. You'll also gather information through effective communication to ensure proposals meet high standards, all while driving process improvements.

To qualify for the Senior Proposal Writer role at Leidos, you must have a Bachelor’s Degree and at least 8 years of professional experience, particularly in creating high-quality proposals. Strong writing and communication skills are essential, along with proficiency in Microsoft Office applications. Additionally, a successful track record in proposal writing significantly enhances your candidacy for this position.

As a Senior Proposal Writer at Leidos, collaboration is key. You'll work closely with technical Subject Matter Experts and other team members to ensure that proposals reflect coherent strategies and meet all requirements. This position encourages teamwork, as you'll brainstorm ideas, solicit feedback, and mentor peers for consistency across proposals, thereby enriching the overall quality of submissions.

To thrive as a Senior Proposal Writer at Leidos, you should have exceptional writing and communication skills, a keen eye for detail, and strong organizational capabilities. Leadership skills are also important for guiding and mentoring others in proposal development. Moreover, a proactive approach to seeking information and improving processes will drive your success in this role.

At Leidos, the working environment for a Senior Proposal Writer is collaborative and supportive, encouraging innovation and growth. You'll join a team dedicated to excellence in proposal writing, where your contributions are valued, and your professional development is nurtured. The company promotes a strong work ethic with a focus on producing high-quality proposals in a stimulating energy infrastructure context.

When discussing a challenging proposal, highlight your approach to analyzing the requirements, the collaboration with team members, and the strategies you implemented to overcome obstacles. Emphasize specific outcomes that demonstrate your ability to deliver high-quality, winning proposals.

Explain how you carefully review RFP documents to identify requirements and outline a checklist to ensure all aspects are addressed. Discuss your process for cross-referencing proposal content and collaborating with subject matter experts to enhance compliance and clarity.

Share specific writing techniques that you employ, such as using persuasive language, structuring content for readability, and integrating win themes that resonate with the client. Illustrate your points with examples from past proposals where applicable.

Describe your time management strategies, such as prioritizing tasks, breaking down the proposal into manageable parts, and utilizing project management tools. Highlight your ability to stay focused under pressure while ensuring quality outputs.

Discuss a specific instance where you collaborated with various stakeholders, detailing how you facilitated meetings, gathered input, and synthesized contributions into a cohesive proposal. Show how teamwork led to a successful outcome.

Emphasize the importance of constructive feedback throughout your writing process. Describe how you actively seek input from colleagues to improve content, and how you use feedback to refine proposals before final submission.

Talk about how you prepare targeted questions and create an inclusive atmosphere during interviews with experts. Highlight your listening skills and ability to translate complex technical details into easily understandable content.

Mention the resources you utilize, such as industry publications, webinars, and networking with professionals in the energy sector. Explain how staying informed enhances your writing quality and aligns proposals with current trends and client needs.

Discuss key metrics such as win rates, proposal scores from evaluators, and timelines from proposal submission to award. Explain how you analyze these metrics to identify strengths and areas for improvement in your proposal strategy.

Outline your strategy for breaking down complex technical information into digestible sections. Discuss how you would collaborate with technical experts to ensure accuracy while also crafting a narrative that effectively communicates the project’s value proposition to the client.