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Proposal Manager

Irvine, CA · On-site

$110.47K - $124.28K/yr

Anchor QEA is seeking an experienced Proposal Manager to join our service-oriented, collaborative Client Experience Team. In this role, you will play a critical part in advancing our business ...

Jr. Restoration Engineer

Bellingham, WA · On-site

$65.10K - $73K/yr

Anchor QEA is seeking a full-time junior engineer to support habitat restoration planning, analysis, design, and construction projects throughout the Pacific Northwest. The applicant will have 0 to 2 ...

The managing planner will join Anchor QEA's growing planning and permitting team in the Pacific Northwest to lead environmental impact reviews and permitting processes for a variety of projects. This ...

Jr. Restoration Engineer

Bellingham, WA · On-site +1

$65.10K - $73K/yr

Anchor QEA is seeking a full-time junior engineer to support habitat restoration planning, analysis, design, and construction projects throughout the Pacific Northwest. The applicant will have 0 to 2 ...

Junior Environmental Engineer

Amesbury, MA · On-site +1

$80.92K - $90.02K/yr

Anchor QEA is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented engineer to join our Amesbury, MA office. This is a full-time opportunity to grow your engineering career while contributing to both local and ...

Anchor QEA is seeking a regular full-timeEnvironmental Field Lead (non-exempt, salaried) to support active projects, lead field investigations, and help grow our presence in the Great Lakes. This ...

Anchor QEA is seeking a regular full-timeEnvironmental Field Lead to support active projects and lead field investigations, primarily near our office locations in the midwestern US but also ...

Proposal Manager

Seattle, WA · On-site

$110.47K - $124.28K/yr

Anchor QEA is seeking an experienced Proposal Manager to join our service-oriented, collaborative Client Experience Team. In this role, you will play a critical part in advancing our business ...

Anchor QEA is seeking a regular full-timeEnvironmental Field Lead (non-exempt, salaried) to support active projects, lead field investigations, and help grow our presence in the Great Lakes. This ...

Restoration Engineer

Seattle, WA

$91K - $122.90K/yr

Anchor QEA is seeking a full-time senior-level engineer and project manager to support Anchor QEA in the delivery of innovative projects across the Pacific Northwest and nationwide, including marsh ...

Anchor QEA is seeking a regular full-time Environmental Field Lead to support active projects and lead field investigations, primarily near our office locations in the midwestern US but also ...

Proposal Manager

Irvine, CA · On-site +1

$110.47K - $124.28K/yr

Anchor QEA is seeking an experienced Proposal Manager to join our service-oriented, collaborative Client Experience Team. In this role, you will play a critical part in advancing our business ...

Restoration Engineer

Bellingham, WA · On-site

$83.20K - $112.30K/yr

Anchor QEA is seeking a full-time senior-level engineer and project manager to support Anchor QEA in the delivery of innovative projects across the Pacific Northwest and nationwide, including marsh ...

Junior Environmental Engineer

Amesbury, MA · On-site

$80.92K - $90.02K/yr

Anchor QEA is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented engineer to join our Amesbury, MA office. This is a full-time opportunity to grow your engineering career while contributing to both local and ...

Restoration Engineer

Portland, OR · On-site

$103.90K - $136.90K/yr

Anchor QEA is seeking a full-time senior-level engineer and project manager to support Anchor QEA in the delivery of innovative projects across the Pacific Northwest and nationwide, including marsh ...

Proposal Manager

Irvine, CA · On-site +1

$110.47K - $124.28K/yr

Anchor QEA is seeking an experienced Proposal Manager to join our service-oriented, collaborative Client Experience Team. In this role, you will play a critical part in advancing our business ...

Anchor QEA is seeking a regular full-timeEnvironmental Field Lead (non-exempt, salaried) to support active projects, lead field investigations, and help grow our presence in the Great Lakes. This ...

Environmental Engineer

Amesbury, MA · On-site

$101.26K - $113.92K/yr

Anchor QEA is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented engineer to join our Amesbury, MA office. This is a full-time opportunity to grow your engineering career while contributing to both local and ...

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As of May 31, 2026, the average hourly pay for anchor qea in the United States is $20.95, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.22 and $22.12 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an Anchor Qea job?

An Anchor Qea job typically involves environmental consulting, engineering, and planning for projects related to water resources, waterfront development, and ecological restoration. Employees work in areas such as sediment management, habitat restoration, coastal engineering, and environmental remediation. Positions may range from scientists and engineers to planners and project managers, depending on expertise. The company focuses on sustainable solutions for environmental challenges while collaborating with government agencies, private clients, and non-profits.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Anchor Qea position, and why are they important?

To thrive at Anchor QEA, professionals typically need expertise in environmental science, engineering, and project management, supported by a relevant degree such as civil engineering, environmental science, or geology. Experience with technical tools like GIS software, AutoCAD, and regulatory compliance systems, along with certifications like PE (Professional Engineer) or PMP (Project Management Professional), is highly valuable. Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving abilities help individuals excel in client-driven, multidisciplinary projects. These competencies are crucial for delivering effective environmental consulting services and driving successful project outcomes in a collaborative work environment.

What are some typical projects and daily responsibilities at Anchor QEA?

At Anchor QEA, employees often work on a variety of projects such as waterfront engineering, sediment remediation, environmental site assessments, and habitat restoration. Daily responsibilities may include conducting site visits, preparing technical reports, analyzing environmental data, coordinating with clients and regulatory agencies, and supporting project management tasks. Collaboration is a significant component, as you will regularly work with engineers, scientists, planners, and other specialists to develop innovative solutions. This dynamic environment offers opportunities to expand your skills and contribute meaningfully to impactful environmental projects.
Infographic showing various Anchor Qea job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 57% Full Time, 40% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 25% Hybrid, and 75% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $43,573 per year, or $20.9 per hour.
Proposal Manager

Proposal Manager

Anchor QEA

Irvine, CA • On-site

$110.47K - $124.28K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 5 days ago


Job description

Title: Proposal Manager
Location: Irvine, CA (or local to any Anchor QEA office)
Job Type: Regular Full-time
What's the Opportunity?
Anchor QEA is seeking an experienced Proposal Manager to join our service-oriented, collaborative Client Experience Team. In this role, you will play a critical part in advancing our business strategy by developing high-quality proposals and statements of qualifications. You will ensure that each proposal aligns with evaluation criteria, clearly conveys key messaging, and highlights how our expertise supports our clients' goals and objectives. This position does not offer relocation assistance.
Responsibilities:
Manage the delivery of high-quality competitive pursuits and statements of qualification (SOQs), which includes the following:
  • Prepare proposal outlines, concepts, and formats designed for maximum scoring
  • Develop detailed proposal schedules and manage multiple concurrent deadlines
  • Work with proposal teams to execute a winning strategy, ensuring teams have identified the appropriate benefits and differentiators
  • Prepare proposal content including tailored resumes, standard company information, project descriptions, and other marketing collateral as needed
  • Support company-wide business development efforts as needed
  • To meet client deadlines and support Client Experience operations across time zones, at times, work is required during evenings and weekends. Candidates for this position must also be able to perform all job functions virtually (e.g., stable Wi-Fi).

What Are We Looking For?
Ideal candidates will have the following:
  • Extensive knowledge of A/E/C industry marketing fundamentals, terminology, and delivery methods
  • Excellent time management and organizational skills with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks with competing deadlines
  • Advanced knowledge of MS Word, PowerPoint, Adobe PDF, and OneDrive
  • Advanced presentation skills to lead interview preparation sessions
  • Advanced understanding of company brand implementation and QA/QC processes
  • Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign) experience, copyediting experience, and knowledge of database concepts is desired
  • Experience preparing SF330 submittals and knowledge of the federal procurement process is preferred
  • Unanet (formerly Cosential) CRM experience is preferred
  • Must be team-oriented, flexible, reliable, and highly responsive to internal clients and to other members of the Client Experience team

Education/Certification Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree with 5 years of relevant A/E/C experience required

What Can You Expect?
A collaborative work environment where we encourage everyone to bring their authentic self. We offer competitive compensation and benefits. Benefits detailed below.
Who Are We?
Anchor QEA provides environmental planning, science, and engineering consulting services with the mission of transforming our environment and communities with integrity and vibe. With more than 500 people in offices across the United States, our collective vision is to be an inclusive, sustainable, and growing environmental innovator making generational impacts. By embodying our core values, we strive to be our clients' first choice for solving their most challenging problems and to be our employees' reason to be excited about going to work each morning. Learn more about Anchor QEA at www.anchorqea.com.
How to Apply?
Apply online through Anchor QEA's Open Positions page at https://www.anchorqea.com/careers/careers-open-positions/. Veterans are encouraged to apply.
Applicants with a disability, who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, may e-mail their request to recruitment@anchorqea.com
Additional Information
We work hard to embrace diversity and inclusion. As an equal opportunity employer, Anchor QEA is committed to a diverse, multi-cultural work environment. Anchor QEA does not discriminate in employment based on age, race, creed, gender, religion, marital status, veteran's status, national origin, disability or sexual orientation. Employment is contingent upon satisfactory results of a comprehensive background check.
Salary and Other Compensation:
  • Salary: $110,465 - $124,275
  • Annual Bonus
  • Other potential bonus types: Billable Time Bonus, Spot Bonus, Milestone Anniversary Bonus, Receiving Professional License/Certification Bonus, Peer-reviewed Publication Bonus, Employee Referral Bonus.

Base Level Benefits for Regular Full-Time Positions:
  • Healthcare: Medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D insurance
  • Paid Company and Floating Holidays: 7 paid company and 2 floating holidays annually
  • Vacation: 2 weeks accrued paid vacation based on length of service. Vacation may vary by level.
  • Sick and Safe Time: 80 hours annually
  • Retirement Plan: 401k plan with an employer match * Further information on benefits: https://anchorqea.com/careers/benefits/