Marketing Specialist and Proposal Specialist

Terracon Consultants, Inc.
life insurance, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, 401(k)
United States, Pennsylvania, Blue Bell
Nov 13, 2024
Job Description Are you ready to "engineer" success in the realm of marketing? If you have a knack for creativity, a passion for innovation, and a drive to excel, then we have an opportunity waiting for you! Join our dynamic Terracon team in the Northeast. If you are ready to be a part of something extraordinary, where every day presents new challenges and opportunities, then submit your resume. We are seeking a resourceful, passionate, and dedicated marketing professional with a growth mindset to join our Northeast Division marketing team. You will have the opportunity to learn from and grow and collaborate with outstanding technical, marketing, and client development professionals within the division. Terracon employee-owners are on a journey together, bringing our talents, our camaraderie, and our curiosity to bravely explore and discover new and better solutions to overcome client challenges. Essential Roles and Responsibilities: The Marketing and Proposal Specialist will: Coordinate the development and production efforts for all proposals and presentations, as well as meetings and logistics to meet all deadlines. Organize and maintain all marketing files (electronic and hardcopy), including developing and maintaining marketing graphics and master content library information. Assist in the planning and execution of public relations and marketing communications, including website updates, social media posts, award submissions, and company and community events. Champion CRM data entry and maintain our project history data, including project sheets and resumes. Must prioritize his/her work, be deadline-driven, and have excellent verbal and written communication skills. Is responsible for the overall organization of the marketing department. General Responsibilities: Read, understand, and respond to project and client-specific statements of qualifications and requests for proposals. Analyze requirements and ensure that proposals meet requirements. Research and gather information for proposals and presentations. Compile, proofread, edit, format, and write/rewrite proposals, including creating templates and boilerplate text. Maintain files and records for client development materials, including annual updates to master employee resumes, project descriptions, and related data for use in the company's proposals and qualifications statements. Assist with marketing campaign activities in conjunction with divisional or office client development specialists' responsibilities. Coordinate and track registrations, conferences, sponsorships, memberships, and events. Generate marketing reports. Assist in proposal close-out process. Responsible for maintaining quality standards on all projects. Qualified candidate must have the following education and experience: Degree in marketing, communications, business, graphic design, or equivalent work experience. A minimum of five years of marketing and communication experience in the AEC industry. Thorough knowledge of grammar, spelling, and composition. Strong writing, editing, oral communication, and interpersonal skills. Proficient with Adobe Creative Cloud/Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop). Proficient with MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook). Proficient with social media platforms, such as LinkedIn. Our successful team members have the following skills and traits: Ability to balance and complete multiple projects simultaneously. Provide quality leadership, a sense of ownership, and commitment to improve our business practices constantly. A focus on teamwork - continually listen, collaborate, and communicate among your colleagues, customers, and partners. Is a team player, works well with team members from various offices, is collaborative, resourceful, and has a positive can-do attitude. Is organized and self-motivated. Can work independently and take initiative. Can establish priorities and a course of action for handling multiple tasks. Works well under pressure to meet tight deadlines and demands. Has a solid attention to detail and good time management skills. Requirements: Bachelor's degree in communications or marketing. Minimum 5 years of marketing and communication experience in the AEC industry. Valid driver's license with acceptable violation history. Preferred Certification: Certified Professional Services Marketer (CPSM) About Terracon Terracon is a 100 percent employee-owned multidiscipline consulting firm comprised of more than 6,000 curious minds focused on solving engineering and technical challenges from more than 175 locations nationwide. Since 1965, Terracon has evolved into a successful multi-discipline firm specializing in environmental, facilities, geotechnical, and materials services. Terracon's growth is due to our talented employee-owners exceeding expectations in client service and growing their careers with new and exciting opportunities in the marketplace. Terracon's vision of "Together, we are best at people" is demonstrated through our excellent compensation and benefits package. Based on eligibility, role and job status, we offer many programs including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off and holidays, education reimbursement, and various bonus programs. EEO Statement Terracon is an EEO employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, or military status.