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Marketing Pursuit Manager

STV, Inc., Portland, OR, USA

Pay: $104,403-$119,317/yr

Job type: Full Time


STV is seeking a Marketing Pursuit Manager to join their Transportation West group. This position is designated as hybrid (3 days week/in office) and can be located in one of the following STV offices: Bellevue, WA; Portland, OR; Los Angeles, CA; Rancho Cucamonga, CA.

This position plays a key role in developing and executing marketing strategies that support our company's growth. You'll sit at the intersection of business development, technical delivery, and marketing, helping shape and execute strategy, drive proposals, and elevate how we position ourselves with clients. You will lead the identification, development, and delivery of high-quality marketing materials. You will support project managers with business development efforts both in and out of the office.

This is an opportunity to lead and collaborate with pursuit teams while influencing strategy and playing a central role in how we win work. STV's diverse markets afford a seasoned professional the opportunity to grow and collaborate on exciting projects throughout the western US.

What You'll Do:

Partner with technical leaders and BD staff to develop client-specific win plans and capture strategies – from early positioning through interview phase

Coordinate with internal and external teams to obtain critical materials for pursuits

Write, edit, and refine content to strengthen clarity, differentiation, and scoring potential

Manage and produce high-quality proposals, SOQs, and presentations that are compliant, compelling, and tailored to evaluation criteria

Facilitate pursuit strategy sessions and storyboard development in collaboration with graphic designers and technical staff to develop impactful graphics, meaningful themes, and strategic messages throughout the submission

Support broader strategic growth initiatives and priority client programs

Contribute to brand positioning and thought leadership across target markets

Mentor and guide junior staff , elevating team performance and consistency, while ensuring on-time, high-quality submissions

What Sets You Apart:

You think like a strategist, not just a coordinator

You know how to turn technical content into clear, compelling messaging

You push teams toward stronger positioning-not just compliance

You're comfortable leading conversations, not just supporting them

You enjoy mentoring others and raising the bar across the team

What You Bring:

Bachelor's degree in relevant field

Proficiency in Microsoft Suite (Word, Outlook, and Excel) and Adobe InDesign

8+ years of experience in AEC marketing, proposals, or pursuit management is required

Proven ability to lead complex, high-value pursuits in a fast-paced environment

Strong understanding of public agency procurement (RFQ/RFP) process

Exceptional writing, editing, and storytelling skills

Experience developing win strategies, client insights, and competitive positioning

Confidence working directly with senior technical staff and leadership

Ability to manage multiple pursuits, deadlines, and priorities simultaneously

Why Join Us:

Be part of a team that values strategy, quality, and continuous improvement, with diverse perspectives across projects and people

Opportunity to shape how we pursue and win work-not just execute it

Be part of a firm that is shaping major infrastructure and transportation programs that improve communities today and for generations to come

Join a collaborative, people-first culture where teams support one another and take pride in the work they deliver together

Work in an environment that invests in your growth through mentoring, coaching, and leadership development

Contribute to a company that prioritizes innovation, client focus, and building more sustainable, accessible communities

Compensation Range: $104,402.58 - $119,317.24

Benefits

Health insurance, including an option with a Health Savings Account

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care and Transit and Parking where applicable)

Disability insurance

Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment

401(k) Plan

Retirement Counseling

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Time Off (starting at 16 days)

Paid Holidays (9 days)

Back-Up Dependent Care (up to 10 days per year)

Parental Leave (up to 80 hours)

Continuing Education Program

Professional Licensure and Society Memberships

STV is committed to paying all of its employees in a fair, equitable, and transparent manner. The listed pay range is STV's good-faith salary estimate for this position. Please note that the final salary offered for this position may be outside of this published range based on many factors, including but not limited to geography, education, experience, and/or certifications.

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