Proposal and Communication Manager

Stacey Danley at Aplin has partnered with our Winnipeg-based client, a growing family-owned construction business, on the search for a Proposal and Communication Manager.  The successful candidate will lead the full lifecycle of proposals and tenders while also supporting corporate communications and brand initiatives.

You’ll collaborate with technical and business teams to craft compelling, compliant submissions that win work and reflect our client’s reputation for excellence.

Benefits and Perks:

• Competitive salary with bonus potential
• Comprehensive health benefits
• Casual, flexible and growth-oriented culture
• Stability with a well-established and expanding company

What You'll Do:

Proposal Leadership

• Manage RFQs, RFPs, and CCDC-11 submissions from initiation to delivery
• Develop clear proposal structures, timelines, and responsibility matrices
• Write, edit, and refine high-quality, persuasive content
• Coordinate internal stakeholders to ensure accuracy and on-time delivery
• Maintain content libraries and best practices to strengthen future submissions
• Conduct post-submission reviews to support continuous improvement

Communications & Brand

• Maintain corporate databases, project profiles, and marketing assets
• Manage and update the company website (WordPress)
• Produce employee newsletters and support social media content
• Coordinate advertising, sponsorships, memberships, and company events
• Ensure consistent brand standards across internal and external materials

AI-Enabled Proposal Systems

• Manage AI-driven proposal automation platforms and content libraries
• Implement tools to improve efficiency, consistency, and response quality
• Train internal teams on best practices and workflows
• Analyze proposal performance data to refine strategy

What You Bring:

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in proposal coordination (construction experience preferred)
• Strong writing, editing, and project management skills
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency in WordPress, Microsoft Office, and Adobe
• Post-secondary education in communications or a related field is an asset

At Aplin — together with our brands CompuStaff and Impact Recruitment — we connect great people with great organizations across North America. We believe diverse teams build stronger companies, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We use AI tools to assist in a fair and efficient matching process, helping our recruiters connect the right people with the right opportunities. To be considered, applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada, including holding any required permits. Our recruitment services are always free for job seekers.