Technical Proposal Writer, Construction

Technical Proposal Writer, Construction

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The greatest achievements in history are borne from the greatness within people – where human potential meets vision, and passion fuels evolution. Unlocking this potential is the most important thing we do at Bird.

As a leader in Canadian construction for over 100 years, the impact of our team is etched deeply within the core of our legacy. Beyond Bird, this impact is felt in the fundamental aspects of our everyday lives. From the critical infrastructure we depend on, to the energy and resources that keep us moving - we are powering our communities and shaping Canada’s skylines coast-to-coast. Entrenched in the foundation of a culture built more than a century ago is an enduring quest to reimagine what is possible. Our impact is greater than ever, and we are looking for those who seek to redefine their story.

We are a dynamic team of over 5,000 with a range of professions, backgrounds, and areas of expertise. This breadth of diversity in people and opportunities is one of greatest aspects of building your career with Bird. Every trajectory looks different. At Bird, you hold the pen, and you write your story. As you unlock your potential, you are surrounded by a team that supports you every step of the way.

Be a part of our team, where we pride ourselves on the quality of our work and the way we treat each other and our partners. You will build a career and long-lasting relationships based on respect, collaboration, and a solution-focused mindset. Bird is a place where you will unlock your potential and achieve your goals.

The Technical Proposal Writer supports Bird Construction’s Buildings East business by producing high-quality, technically accurate written content for institutional and ICI construction proposals.

This role is dedicated to technical narrative development for complex public-sector pursuits, including healthcare, justice, post-secondary, and other Infrastructure Ontario–style projects. Working in close partnership with Proposal Specialists, estimators, and construction leaders, the Technical Proposal Writer translates construction expertise into clear, compelling, and score-aligned proposal content.

This is a writing-first role, requiring strong knowledge of construction terminology, delivery models, and execution practices common to institutional projects.

***This role would be office-based located in Mississauga, Ontario.

What You Will Be Working On

· Write and refine proposal narratives for RFPs, RFQs, and RFSQs, including:

• Construction methodology and execution approach

• Site logistics, phasing, and schedule narrative

• Safety, quality, and risk management plans

• Sustainability, community benefits, and Indigenous engagement content

· Work directly with project managers, superintendents, estimators, and operations leaders to gather technical input.

· Apply correct construction terminology and sequencing appropriate to institutional and ICI environments.

· Collaborate with Proposal Specialists to ensure written content supports:

• Win themes and client priorities

• Delivery model requirements (DBB, DB, P3, progressive DB)

• Owner-specific expectations

· Adapt standard content to reflect project-specific risks, constraints, and differentiators.

· Develop, update, and maintain technical proposal content within Bird’s proposal systems, CRM, and content libraries.

· Contribute to continuous improvement of:

• Standard narratives

• Project descriptions and case studies

• Role descriptions and resumes

· Ensure content remains current, regionally relevant, and consistent with Bird standards.

· Edit for clarity, tone, and compliance with RFP requirements.

· Support Proposal Specialists during final reviews to ensure narrative consistency across the submission.

· Incorporate feedback from debriefs and internal reviews into future content.

What We Are Looking For

· 5+ years of experience writing proposals in construction, engineering, or infrastructure environments.

· Demonstrated experience supporting institutional or public-sector construction proposals.

· Strong working knowledge of construction means and methods, site logistics, and phasing in occupied environments, safety, and quality management systems, and construction delivery models

· Ability to confidently engage with construction professionals and translate technical discussions into client-ready narrative.

· Exceptional technical writing and editing skills.

· Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word and Adobe Acrobat; strong document formatting capability.

· Experience working within proposal management platforms and CRM systems.

· Highly organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing multiple pursuits simultaneously.

We Put Safety First

A healthy and safe work environment is non-negotiable. We build a culture of operational and psychological safety through engagement, learning and leadership.

We Lead With Honesty

We speak and act with integrity, clarity and care so people can trust our word and our work. Being honest means we can deliver the best outcomes and consistent results.

We Are Stronger Together

Success is a team effort. Our inclusive workplace enables our combined expertise, humility and creativity to unlock our greater potential.

We Are Driven To Do Great Work

We built our name on quality. We have a passion for excellence in our work and relationships that honours our businesses and our industry.

We Create Opportunity

Rooted in a solid foundation, we adapt and grow to face the future. We are committed to elevating each other to chart the best path forward in an evolving world.

Bird is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I). This is a core part of our culture and guides our actions and strategic priorities. We strive to create an inclusive environment where every employee can thrive and share their unique perspectives and talents. Our ongoing commitments focus on addressing inequities and promoting a better understanding of diversity to build an inclusive and fair culture. We recognize that diverse teams are more knowledgeable, perform better, and achieve greater success. As such, we are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve and creating opportunities for all employees to grow and succeed.