Proposal Center Manager
Wakefield, Ma
• Managed 6 technical writer-editors, 14 word processing operators, 6 graphic artists, and 3 copy center clerks preparing proposals and reports for a major environmental engineering firm.• Directed the production of more than 300 proposals a year, involving qualifications statements, scopes of work, cost estimates, staffing plans, and scheduling. Produced routine 50-page submittals, as well as multiple-volume proposals up to 400 pages.• Hired and trained writing, editing, and word processing staffs to ensure quality control of materials submitted.• Planned and implemented a number of major changes in software programs, desktop publishing systems, documentation programs, and organizational set-ups. Coordinated the addition of in-house color printing and graphics integration into standard proposals.• Assisted in the development of slide shows and interview materials for client presentations.• Developed and presented a number of writing seminars to technical staff members to improve organization and writing skills.