Strategic Capture Manager leading high-value project pursuits for GFT. Collaborating across teams and aligning strategies for business growth in the AEC industry.
Responsibilities
Leading Strategic Pursuits
Spearhead the planning and execution of our Top Corporate Pursuits (TCPs), high-value opportunities that are critical to GFT’s growth strategy.
Drive the overall pursuit process—from early-stage positioning to proposal development and interview prep—with excellence and consistency.
Establishing and Driving Pursuit Strategy
Define a consistent and comprehensive sales process for major pursuits, working closely with Business Group Leaders and the Vice President, Strategic Capture to ensure alignment and commitment.
Building and Leading High-Performance Teams
Assemble and guide cross-functional "Tiger Teams"—specialized groups of subject matter experts, technical staff, and marketers—for each pursuit.
Provide Strategic Direction and Insight
Offer expert guidance on key elements of each pursuit including: Team structure and Project Manager selection, Client engagement strategies, Competitive intelligence and positioning, Value propositions and win themes tailored to client needs.
Overseeing Proposal Development
Oversee collaboration between Business Development and Operations teams to produce compelling, compliant, and technically strong proposals.
Supporting technical writing teams and ensuring consistent messaging aligned with client “hot buttons.”
Facilitating Proposal Readiness
Identify any pursuit gaps or risks and bring in the right support to address them.
Leading Interview Preparation
Lead or coordinate mock interviews and presentation coaching to prepare pursuit teams for shortlist interviews.
Tracking Pursuit Progress and Outcomes
Deliver monthly reporting to senior leadership, flagging progress, resource needs, and adherence to the strategic pursuit process.
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree required
20+ years of progressive experience in business development, strategic pursuit leadership, or capture management—preferably within the AEC industry
Proven success leading mega project pursuits ($25M+ in gross sales)
Strong understanding of GFT’s multidisciplinary service offerings
Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
Deep business and marketing acumen, with demonstrated leadership in pursuit strategy and competitive analysis
Ability to engage and influence senior internal stakeholders, teaming partners, and clients
High level of professionalism, ethics, and personal integrity
Willingness to travel and attend meetings or conferences, including evenings and weekends as needed.
Benefits
Hybrid (in-person and remote) work environment.
Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, in addition to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan.
Competitive paid-time-off (PTO) accrual.
Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
Commitment to professional development, access to internal and external training programs, and support of active participation in professional organizations.
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