Marketing Manager - Higher Education

ABOUT US MOREgroup is a family of architecture design and engineering brands that serve civic education and healthcare practice areas The facilities we bring to life are places where communities are cared for educated protected and connected We are proud to contribute to a strong social infrastructure where generations thrive Some of the things you can expect working at MOREgroup Contributing to a fun energetic and entrepreneurial team within a growing companyTraining and development opportunities to support career growthHigh level of autonomy with exposure to a variety of areasMore opportunities and more resources to impact the communities we collectively serve
POSITION SUMMARY We are seeking a Marketing Manager to lead the end to end execution of Higher Education RFP and RFQ pursuits managing the process from Go decision through final submission This role oversees planning coordination and content development to ensure high quality and competitive proposals The Marketing Manager will partner closely with the National Market Leader Higher Education and Marketing team to deliver consistent on brand and on strategy submissions that support business growth
RESPONSIBILITES RFP/RFQ Development Manage the execution of RFPQ pursuits from Go decision through final submission aligning with the approved win strategy established by National Market Leader Higher EducationDevelop detailed Higher Education pursuit plans set proposal schedules and internal deadlines and lead coordination with internal and external stakeholders to ensure timely high quality deliverablesLead proposal execution efforts coordinating contributions from Marketing Pursuit Specialists Technical Writers Graphic Designers and Subject Matter ExpertsSupport the development of customized proposal content that complements standard qualifications and aligns with pursuit strategy and client prioritiesEnforce firm templates branding standards and process documentation to ensure consistency compliance and quality across submissionsReview proposal materials for accuracy completeness clarity and alignment with strategic messagingLead andor support interviews and business development initiatives as directed by the National Market Leader Higher Education
Process Management & Team Development Ensure excellence in RFPQ submissions through structured planning disciplined execution and proactive issue resolutionLead pink and red review processes to refine messaging strengthen positioning and improve overall proposal qualityTrain mentor and build competency within the Marketing Pursuit Specialist team fostering consistency efficiency and professional growthIdentify opportunities to improve pursuit workflows tools and processes and proactively recommend enhancements
Marketing Strategy Support Actively review IMS BidNet and other pursuit sourcing outlets to develop a weekly list of potential pursuits to present to the National Market Leader Higher Education; engage in the Go No Go processContribute to the execution of pursuit aligned marketing and business development initiatives that support firm growthProvide tactical support as needed for PR social media conferences and events in alignment with marketing and business development priorities
QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS Bachelors degree requiredMinimum of 4 years of professional experience in marketing strategy or business development within the AEC industry is preferredDemonstrated experience managing or supporting Higher Education or Medical Education pursuits and business development is desiredProficiency in MS office Adobe InDesign and Adobe Creative Suite Experience in Open Asset VantagePoint or similar programs are a plusGraphic design experience is a plusStrong written and verbal communication skills with exceptional attention to detailHighly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines effectivelyAbility to lead and develop a team in a fast paced deadline driven environmentProactive mindset with a focus on improving departmental and firm wide processes
BENEFITS This role offers competitive compensation and is eligible for participation in our comprehensive benefits programs including Medical Dental and Vision Insurance401k plan with company matchLife insurance long term and short term disabilityEmployee Assistance ProgramFlexible Spending Accounts FSA
LOCATION Hybrid position based out of o Chantilly VA o Charlotte NC o Charleston SC o Fort Worth TX o Houston TX o Plano TX o Austin TX o San Antonio TX

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