Proposal and Communications Manager

Your Role

1080 is seeking a detail-oriented and experienced proposal and communications manager with a passion for writing, organizing, and editing ideas for business communications and proposals.

The position is full-time, in-person preferred.

What You Will Do:

1. Proposal Development
   • Lead the full lifecycle of proposals – from opportunity review and strategy to final submission.
   • Write and edit clear, concise, and engaging proposal content tailored to client goals and RFP requirements.
   • Coordinate input from technical teams, leadership, and collaborators to develop comprehensive responses.
   • Maintain and update content, resumes, project sheets, and other proposal assets.
   • Ensure proposals are compliant, on-brand, visually appealing, and delivered on time.
2. Marketing + Communications
   • Assist with the development of social media content, presentations, website updates, and project awards.
   • Maintain internal databases of proposals, project imagery, and marketing collateral.
   • Research client background, industry trends, and strategic pursuits to inform positioning.
   • Help evolve the firm’s voice through storytelling and thought leadership content.

Your Qualifications

Required:

• Minimum Bachelor’s degree in English, Communications, Marketing or related field
• Minimum 3 years of relevant professional experience in proposal writing, marketing, or communications.
• Strong business writing, editing, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage competing deadlines and prioritize effectively.
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and flexible in approach.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Suite (especially InDesign and Photoshop).

Preferred:

• Knowledge of the architecture, engineering, or construction (AEC) industry.
• Experience with public sector RFPs, particularly in Canada.
• Familiarity with APMP best practices and proposal management methodologies.
• Portfolio of past proposals or writing samples.
• Experience with CRM or proposal tracking systems.

WHY JOIN 1080?

• Flexible work arrangements
• Competitive compensation and benefits.
• Work-life balance and commitment to team wellness.
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development support.
• A culture that values creativity, inclusion, and purpose-driven work.
• An inspiring team of colleagues who support and celebrate one another.

About Us

1080 is a diverse team of designers, thinkers, and building scientists; by trade we are Architects, Designers, and Planners, but at heart, we are builders of communities who collaborate with people and businesses to plan, design and build great spaces. We believe in design and its power to transform – quite simply we know that design can change the world one detail, one room, and one building at a time and we thrive on the continuous growth this mission brings us.

If you are looking to collaborate with an innovative group in a flexible work environment and are striving for excellence and continuous improvement we’d love to talk to you!

APPLICATION PROCESS

If you’re a strategic thinker, a persuasive communicator, and excited about the intersection of writing and design, we want to hear from you.

Please submit your resume, a short cover letter, and 2–3 writing samples or excerpts of past proposals to office@1080architecture.com

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Position open until filled.