Regional Marketing Manager (A/E/C)
Mark Thomas, Irvine, CA, United States
Mark Thomas is growing and adding a Marketing Manager to our team! The Regional Marketing Manager is responsible for supervising the positioning and capture of projects in a specific region or segment(s) of the organization, in line with the company’s strategic and financial goals. This position provides oversight and leads project and corporate resources teams during positioning, proposal, and interview. The position also includes the direct development of proposal and qualification packages, developing winning approaches and targeted messaging that resonates with the client. This position requires a driven individual who can effectively lead multiple teams on a variety of tasks.
Responsibilities
Works with regional leadership and Business Developers to develop strategic client and pursuit plans
Leads capture planning meetings and monitors tactical action plans
Leads the development of value propositions and key messaging
Provides leadership and mentorship for Marketing Assistants, Marketing Coordinators, and Proposal Managers within the region, as applicable
Provides guidance on proposal best practices for marketing staff within the region
Reviews and edits all proposals produced in the region to ensure quality, accuracy, adherence to brand standards, and inclusion of win themes and differentiators
Effectively leads internal and external deadline driven RFQs and proposals in a consultative and collaborative team environment
Leads the research and development of firm qualifications content, and interviews technical staff to prepare project descriptions, staff bios, and technical approach content
Leads the development of interview strategies, presentations and associated graphics, and directs and manages marketing coordinator and graphics staff contributions
Coaches technical teams through interview and Q&A preparation
Provides oversight of the accuracy of information in the marketing information database for projects and resumes
Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Marketing, Communications, English or related discipline preferred, or equivalent work experience, with at least 8‑10+ years of progressive A/E/C marketing experience
Demonstrated proposal writing, editing, and desktop publishing skills - high level of knowledge and proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and MS Office Suite
Experience developing successful differentiation strategies
Ability to manage time efficiently and work well under pressure and tight deadlines
Ability to effectively manage staff, including positively mentoring and coaching direct reports
Must be detail oriented and possess strong initiative
Must possess strong written and verbal communication skills
Must possess strong people skills to interact with all levels of technical staff, with the personality and skill set to direct others
Possession of a valid driver's license
Benefits And Compensation Mark Thomas offers a fantastic benefits and compensation package to include:
Competitive salary and incentives to include employee referral bonuses and eligibility for year-end performance incentives
401k and ESOP retirement benefits to include profit sharing and a 401k match
Paid‑time off benefits to include PTO, public holidays + additional holidays, bereavement leave, jury/civic time, licensing & certification exam time
Employer‑paid vision insurance, basic life insurance, short‑term & long‑term disability, inclusive family planning & fertility resources
Employee Assistance Program (EAP), travel insurance, and in‑house wellness education & challenges
Voluntary medical and dental insurance, life insurance, and pet insurance
FSA programs for medical, dependent care, commuter & parking
Reimbursements for certification and licensing exams and study classes and materials
Tuition reimbursement, paid annual dues for industry professional/societal organizations, memberships, and events
Budgeted time for training and career development
Flexible schedules and hybrid and primarily remote work environments
The offered rate of compensation (California locations only) will be based on individual education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities in addition to internal equity and geographic location.
Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. The successful candidate selected for hire will need to submit to a background check due to key internal and external leadership responsibilities required for this position following the extension of a conditional offer.
Mark Thomas is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, or disability status. Mark Thomas welcomes all.
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Responsibilities
Works with regional leadership and Business Developers to develop strategic client and pursuit plans
Leads capture planning meetings and monitors tactical action plans
Leads the development of value propositions and key messaging
Provides leadership and mentorship for Marketing Assistants, Marketing Coordinators, and Proposal Managers within the region, as applicable
Provides guidance on proposal best practices for marketing staff within the region
Reviews and edits all proposals produced in the region to ensure quality, accuracy, adherence to brand standards, and inclusion of win themes and differentiators
Effectively leads internal and external deadline driven RFQs and proposals in a consultative and collaborative team environment
Leads the research and development of firm qualifications content, and interviews technical staff to prepare project descriptions, staff bios, and technical approach content
Leads the development of interview strategies, presentations and associated graphics, and directs and manages marketing coordinator and graphics staff contributions
Coaches technical teams through interview and Q&A preparation
Provides oversight of the accuracy of information in the marketing information database for projects and resumes
Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Marketing, Communications, English or related discipline preferred, or equivalent work experience, with at least 8‑10+ years of progressive A/E/C marketing experience
Demonstrated proposal writing, editing, and desktop publishing skills - high level of knowledge and proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and MS Office Suite
Experience developing successful differentiation strategies
Ability to manage time efficiently and work well under pressure and tight deadlines
Ability to effectively manage staff, including positively mentoring and coaching direct reports
Must be detail oriented and possess strong initiative
Must possess strong written and verbal communication skills
Must possess strong people skills to interact with all levels of technical staff, with the personality and skill set to direct others
Possession of a valid driver's license
Benefits And Compensation Mark Thomas offers a fantastic benefits and compensation package to include:
Competitive salary and incentives to include employee referral bonuses and eligibility for year-end performance incentives
401k and ESOP retirement benefits to include profit sharing and a 401k match
Paid‑time off benefits to include PTO, public holidays + additional holidays, bereavement leave, jury/civic time, licensing & certification exam time
Employer‑paid vision insurance, basic life insurance, short‑term & long‑term disability, inclusive family planning & fertility resources
Employee Assistance Program (EAP), travel insurance, and in‑house wellness education & challenges
Voluntary medical and dental insurance, life insurance, and pet insurance
FSA programs for medical, dependent care, commuter & parking
Reimbursements for certification and licensing exams and study classes and materials
Tuition reimbursement, paid annual dues for industry professional/societal organizations, memberships, and events
Budgeted time for training and career development
Flexible schedules and hybrid and primarily remote work environments
The offered rate of compensation (California locations only) will be based on individual education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities in addition to internal equity and geographic location.
Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. The successful candidate selected for hire will need to submit to a background check due to key internal and external leadership responsibilities required for this position following the extension of a conditional offer.
Mark Thomas is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, or disability status. Mark Thomas welcomes all.
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