At Onterris, we build careers grounded in purpose, responsibility and real-world impact.
“For Planet and Progress” is our north star that guides everything we do. We believe environmental responsibility and human progress are interconnected, interwoven and international. Our scientists, engineers, field teams, consultants and professionals collaborate across disciplines and geographies, guiding industries and governments, ensuring that communities and environments thrive.
When you join us, you’re not just forging a career, you’re joining a movement. A movement for better thinking, smarter solutions and lasting impact.
Together, we will advance our way of life and protect the integrity of our environment every step of the way.
Are you ready to join an inclusive work environment, committed to leading new ideas and pathways, and to delivering value? If the answer is “Yes,” then we have an exciting career opportunity for you. As a Proposal Coordinator and Technical Writer, y ou will play a key role in developing, coordinating, and delivering high-quality proposals and technical documents in the environmental engineering industry. This role will be based in the Onterris Growth Enablement Center and report to the Canada Proposal Manager. In the day-to-day, this position will work closely with business line leaders for guidance, support, and task assignments.
We offer a comprehensive compensation package, which includes benefits, RRSP matching, vacation days and sick days. This is a permanent position with a n hourly rate range of $ 30 to $ 45 CAD , starting pay is dependent on multiple factors, such as skills, experience and work location. We are also committed to flexible work hours and schedules, team-based work, and cross-training opportunities.
You will play a key role in developing, coordinating, and delivering high-quality proposals and technical documents in the environmental engineering industry . This position requires strong technical writing and communications skills, and the ability to collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to produce com pelling, compliant, and strategically positioned proposals .
This position is fully remote (telecommute) with occasional travel to office locations for team meetings, and the opportunity to attend annual work-related retreats and events.
As a key member of the Proposal Team, this role will be responsible for a full range of activities including:
Lead the planning, development, and submission of high-quality proposals for environmental engineering projects, ensuring compliance with client and regulatory requirements.
Analyze RFPs and solicitation documents to understand client needs, develop proposal outlines, and ensure all responses are compliant, concise, and strategically positioned to highlight differentiators.
Collaborate with subject matter experts, project managers, and sales, to gather and integrate technical content and insights that shape compelling proposal narratives.
Write, edit, and format both technical and non-technical sections—including project descriptions, methodologies, executive summaries, and personnel resumes—clearly articulating the organization’s value propositions and win themes.
Manage proposal timelines, milestones, and deliverables, coordinating input from various stakeholders to ensure timely submission.
Ensure all proposal materials are persuasive, accurate , and tailored to maximize win potential, maintaining clarity, consistency, and alignment with RFP specifications.
Your Expertise and Skills
Bachelor’s degree in a Science or Engineering field , Communications, Technical Writing, English, or a related field considered an asset .
Demonstrated experience responding to public sector procurements such as RFPs, RFQs, RFSQs, and Statements of Qualifications (SOQs).
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, SharePoint, etc.) ; experience with proposal management and documentation tools (e.g., Adobe Acrobat , InDesign, Loopio ) is an asset.
This posting reflects a current vacancy that the company is actively seeking to fill.
Are you the one we're looking for? Please apply to us directly . As a note, we are not accepting third party agency applicants at this time.
Onterris is committed to providing a safe and productive work environment and to promoting the health, safety and well-being of our employees. In keeping with our Health & Safety Policy, individuals in safety sensitive positions are subject to pre-employment, pre-access (and in some client cases, random) alcohol & drug testing as well as drivers abstract reviews.
Applicants must have legal authorization to work in Canada with no restrictions.
Onterris is a leading global environmental solutions company partnering with organizations to solve complex challenges where environmental pressures, regulatory expectations and operational risks intersect. Guided by our mission to advance the way of life without compromising the integrity of our environment, we believe environmental responsibility and human progress are fundamentally connected. Our scientists, engineers, field teams and consultants apply systems thinking that unites science, data and practical expertise to deliver solutions that strengthen our clients’ resilience, mitigate risk and protect the air, water and soil that sustain communities, while uncovering responsible paths forward for planet and progress. For more information, visit www.onterris.com .
We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We acknowledge that these experiences and perspectives help to enrich our teams and contribute to our ongoing success. We are committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in our employment for all applicants. For US residents, click here to learn more.
