Marketing and Proposal Specialist
Northwest Hydraulic Consultants, Seattle, Washington, us, 98127
Overview
Join a Team Making Waves in Water Resource Solutions. At NHC, we're driven by a passion for solving complex challenges in inland and coastal water environments. From protecting communities from flood risks to restoring aquatic ecosystems, our team is committed to creating process-based, innovative solutions that leave a lasting impact.
About the Opportunity We're looking for a
Marketing and Proposal Specialist
to support our collaborative corporate marketing team. This is a dynamic, hands-on role supporting proposal development, marketing initiatives, and strategic communication across our offices in North America.
You're a Great Fit If You Are
Detail-oriented and organized with a creative mindset
A proactive self-starter who thrives in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments
A clear communicator with solid writing, editing, and problem-solving skills
Team-oriented, reliable, and driven by integrity and respect
Energized by variety, collaboration, and opportunities to grow
What You'll Do As a key member of our team, you'll help lead the end-to-end development of winning proposals and contribute to internal and external marketing efforts. Your work will support NHC's visibility, business development, and brand growth.
Monitor bid opportunities and manage proposal planning and coordination (RFPs, RFQs, SOQs)
Execute NHC's 8-step proposal process and ensure timely, compliant submissions
Design and produce high-quality proposal materials using Adobe Creative Suite and MS Office
Maintain and update CRM opportunity records, resumes, and project descriptions
Collaborate on interview presentations and debriefs to support continuous improvement
Create marketing collateral, brochures, award submissions, and internal/external videos
Contribute to NHC's digital presence, including website and intranet content
Support social media planning and content development
Coordinate business development events and conference materials
Facilitate and drive NHC's key account management
What You Bring
Diploma or degree in marketing, communications, journalism, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
2--5 years of relevant proposal and marketing experience, preferably in engineering, environmental, architecture, or construction industries
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work collaboratively, manage time effectively, and follow structured processes across multiple stakeholders and deadlines
Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Acrobat Pro) and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Why Work at NHC? We\'re Different And We Like It That Way. NHC Is a 100% Employee-owned Company With Minimal Hierarchy And a Strong Culture Of Collaboration, Innovation, And Independence. In Our Corporate Marketing Department, You\'ll Have a Clear Path For Career Development Whether You Want To Specialize In Proposal Strategy, Pursue Corporate Communications, Or Explore Technical Marketing Across Our Diverse Service Areas.
Competitive salary and potential for annual merit-based bonuses
Core benefits with a generous flexible spending account
Lifestyle spending account to support active lifestyle
Employee Family Assistance Program
Maternity and parental top-up pay
Flexible, respectful, and engaging work environment
Opportunities for professional development and career growth (e.g., memberships, training, certifications)
Occasional travel and collaboration with offices across North America
A chance to make a real impact on meaningful, water-focused projects
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About the Opportunity We're looking for a
Marketing and Proposal Specialist
to support our collaborative corporate marketing team. This is a dynamic, hands-on role supporting proposal development, marketing initiatives, and strategic communication across our offices in North America.
You're a Great Fit If You Are
Detail-oriented and organized with a creative mindset
A proactive self-starter who thrives in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments
A clear communicator with solid writing, editing, and problem-solving skills
Team-oriented, reliable, and driven by integrity and respect
Energized by variety, collaboration, and opportunities to grow
What You'll Do As a key member of our team, you'll help lead the end-to-end development of winning proposals and contribute to internal and external marketing efforts. Your work will support NHC's visibility, business development, and brand growth.
Monitor bid opportunities and manage proposal planning and coordination (RFPs, RFQs, SOQs)
Execute NHC's 8-step proposal process and ensure timely, compliant submissions
Design and produce high-quality proposal materials using Adobe Creative Suite and MS Office
Maintain and update CRM opportunity records, resumes, and project descriptions
Collaborate on interview presentations and debriefs to support continuous improvement
Create marketing collateral, brochures, award submissions, and internal/external videos
Contribute to NHC's digital presence, including website and intranet content
Support social media planning and content development
Coordinate business development events and conference materials
Facilitate and drive NHC's key account management
What You Bring
Diploma or degree in marketing, communications, journalism, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
2--5 years of relevant proposal and marketing experience, preferably in engineering, environmental, architecture, or construction industries
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work collaboratively, manage time effectively, and follow structured processes across multiple stakeholders and deadlines
Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Acrobat Pro) and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Why Work at NHC? We\'re Different And We Like It That Way. NHC Is a 100% Employee-owned Company With Minimal Hierarchy And a Strong Culture Of Collaboration, Innovation, And Independence. In Our Corporate Marketing Department, You\'ll Have a Clear Path For Career Development Whether You Want To Specialize In Proposal Strategy, Pursue Corporate Communications, Or Explore Technical Marketing Across Our Diverse Service Areas.
Competitive salary and potential for annual merit-based bonuses
Core benefits with a generous flexible spending account
Lifestyle spending account to support active lifestyle
Employee Family Assistance Program
Maternity and parental top-up pay
Flexible, respectful, and engaging work environment
Opportunities for professional development and career growth (e.g., memberships, training, certifications)
Occasional travel and collaboration with offices across North America
A chance to make a real impact on meaningful, water-focused projects
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