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Position Summary
We are seeking a detail-oriented Marketing Specialist with strong communication skills to support our work acquisition efforts by managing the end-to-end proposal process. This role is responsible for coordinating, developing, and producing high-quality responses to Requests for Proposals (RFPs), Requests for Qualifications (RFQs), and other client-facing marketing materials. The ideal candidate has a strong background in marketing communications, RFP / technical writing, and project coordinationpreferably within the architecture, engineering, or construction industry.
Job Title: Marketing Specialist
Department: Marketing
Reports To: Senior Marketing Director
Position Summary
We are seeking a detail-oriented Marketing Specialist with strong communication skills to support our work acquisition efforts by managing the end-to-end proposal process. This role is responsible for coordinating, developing, and producing high-quality responses to Requests for Proposals (RFPs), Requests for Qualifications (RFQs), and other client-facing marketing materials. The ideal candidate has a strong background in marketing communications, RFP / technical writing, and project coordinationpreferably within the architecture, engineering, or construction industry.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the planning, development, and submission of RFPs, RFQs, and other proposal responses in collaboration with marketing, estimating, and operations teams.
- Coordinate internal proposal kickoff meetings and manage schedules to ensure on-time delivery.
- Write, edit, and format proposal content including executive summaries, project descriptions, team bios, and other narrative sections.
- Customize marketing collateral to reflect client-specific requirements and win themes.
- Maintain and update a content library of standard company materials, including project sheets, resumes, and standard technical content.
- Utilize InDesign and other design tools to ensure proposals are visually engaging and aligned with brand standards.
- Assist with presentations, interview prep materials, and other marketing support as needed.
- Monitor proposal results and support post-submission debriefs to improve future responses.
Required:
- Bachelors degree in Marketing, Communications, Journalism, or related field
- 35 years of experience in marketing or proposal coordination (AEC industry preferred)
- Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills
- Strong organizational and project management abilities
- Proficiency in Adobe InDesign and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Experience with CRM and proposal management tools
- Knowledge of the construction industry, terminology, and procurement processes
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
- Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Clear communicator and collaborative team player
- Strategic thinker with a client-focused mindset
Yates complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.
Seniority level
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Job function
Marketing and Sales-
Industries
Construction
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