Senior Proposal Writer

Senior Proposal Writer - Civil Engineering Industry Experience Join to apply for the Senior Proposal Writer - Civil Engineering Industry Experience role at Horrocks Department: Marketing Location: Salt Lake City, UT Compensation: $90,000 - $120,000 / year Horrocks is seeking a highly motivated Marketing Manager/Marketing Specialist with experience in the Civil Engineering industry. This person will support all disciplines across our company, with a focus on community infrastructure (water, sewer, storm drain, site civil, streets, traffic, master plans, etc., for municipal clients and local agencies, largely in Utah). Working in a team environment, this person will be responsible for supporting our marketing efforts, primarily consisting of proposal management and production, as well as business development support. Duties generally include proposal strategy and production, providing graphic/multimedia support for proposals and pursuit efforts, developing and maintaining marketing data and materials, facilitating business development efforts (including industry conference support), and client interview preparation. This position requires a significant amount of independent research, collaboration, organization, technical writing, and creative thinking. Core Responsibilities Write, lay out in Adobe InDesign, and edit high-quality proposals, statements of qualifications, and letters of interest, coordinating with project managers across the company to prepare these submittals; develop proposal graphics or work with graphic design staff to do so; complete document assembly/binding and delivery as needed. Evaluate proposal content to determine that it adheres to RFP requirements/evaluation criteria and addresses strategies and intel developed during pre-positioning, write/edit proposal content, and independently evaluate and clarify client requests prior to submitting materials. Coordinate and direct the efforts of both professional and support personnel, including scheduling resources needed during the proposal process, coordinating production schedules, and delivery/distribution of proposals. Follow cradle-to-grave protocols for proposals, including entering data into project/proposal databases. Work with marketing staff, project managers, and/or project teams to develop presentations to prospective and existing clients, coordinate with graphic designers to produce presentations, oversee the final production of presentation materials (PowerPoint, boards, etc.) and handouts. Gather and organize detailed information to populate and maintain company data systems, including photography, resumes, project descriptions, pricing information, client quotations, and standard proposal content. Participate in business development strategy and meetings and apply strategies to proposal and SOQ development, support client relationships and pursuit pre-positioning by working with technical staff and our MarCom group to produce unsolicited SOQs, assist with conferences and events, develop targeted social media, etc. Edit/proofread miscellaneous letters, reports, and other materials. Coordinate project photography. Tailor materials to meet client needs. Create print and electronic/interactive marketing materials such as brochures, PowerPoint presentations, advertisements, tradeshow materials, award submittals, etc. Participate in business and community activities that promote Horrocks services. Work with other Marketing Leaders and Corporate Marketing Team to implement department-wide initiatives and procedures. Mentor and/or manage staff. Qualifications, Skills, and Competencies Bachelors degree in Marketing, Communications, English, or equivalent. 10+ years of experience writing proposals in the architecture/engineering/construction (AEC) field. Intermediate to expert skills in Adobe InDesign and Creative Suite. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite. Excellent written and oral communication skills. Excellent project management and interpersonal skills. Proven ability to: Take accountability for projects and meet deadlines. Give and receive feedback in a humble, constructive way. Work well in a fast-paced environment that requires flexibility, ownership, time management, and focus. Benefits Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance Generous paid time off 401(k): 50% match of contribution up to 6% Professional development opportunities including in-house training Paid professional organization membership and professional licensure Equal Opportunity Employer including disability and protected veteran status #J-18808-Ljbffr