AEC Proposal Graphic Designer

icreatives; Highlands Ranch (CO); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Project-based work with flexibility

Potential for ongoing engagement

Job summary

icreatives seeks a talented AEC Proposal Graphic Designer for a remote, project-based role. The designer will support proposal responses and marketing materials primarily for civil engineering and construction firms. This flexible position requires at least 5 years of design experience and proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite. The ideal candidate must demonstrate the ability to work under tight deadlines while creating high-quality, engaging visual content tailored to client specifications.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of design experience creating proposal-oriented graphics.
• Ability to complete tasks within tight time schedules.
• Advanced knowledge of graphic design principles.

Responsibilities

• Create proposal development graphics and layouts for AEC projects.
• Design print and interactive collateral including proposals.
• Review artwork for accuracy and quality before final production.

Skills

5 years of design experience

Expertise in Adobe Creative Suite

Strong time management skills

Advanced graphic design knowledge

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

About the job AEC Proposal Graphic Designer

AEC Proposal Graphic Designer

100% REMOTE

Project Based, flexible hours (20hrs/week)

Hourly rate: $50.00-$65.00 per hour (based on experience)

Availability: 20+ hours/week, Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm (standard business hours)

Job Summary

We are looking for a talented AEC Proposal Graphic Designer to support our client's proposal responses and marketing materials for large civil engineering and construction companies. The ideal candidate will have immediate availability, flexibility to scale with workflow demands, and a strong portfolio showcasing AEC proposal or compliance-driven work.

Responsibilities

• Must have proposal development experience in the AEC space.
• Minimum requirements include demonstrated experience creating:
  • Technical drawings
  • Maps (site maps, overlays, colorized plans)
  • Phasing graphics
  • Linear schedules/mass haul diagrams
  • Proposal layout templates (InDesign)
  • Org charts and technical diagrams
  • Converting hand sketches or engineering drawings into polished graphics
• Create, design, and edit materials, including print and interactive collateral such as proposals, covers, tabs, flyers, maps, aerials, logos, pictures, charts, etc.
• Apply professional graphic design principles and develop new ideas to support clients.
• Provide design advice and guidance.
• Design and produce visually appealing documents.
• Storyboard page-by-page or slide-by-slide content with the proposal manager.
• Research and bring fresh ideas to the team.
• Review work to ensure accuracy and quality of all materials produced.
• Conduct a final quality review of all artwork before final production.
• Create engaging visuals that convey complex technical information to a variety of audiences and readers.
• Ensure integrity of communications by maintaining each client's identity, brand, standards, and programs.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of design experience creating proposal-oriented graphics, including infographics for an engineering or construction firm using Adobe Creative Suite.
• Ability to complete tasks within tight time schedules and under strict layout controls.
• Ability to use tact and diplomacy when interacting with others.
• Excellent time management, planning, and problem-solving skills.
• Advanced knowledge of graphic design and typography principles and applying them to solve marketing and business challenges through visual storytelling in long-form documents.
• Advanced knowledge of current graphics design (and related) software applications (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite) and presentation software.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office, especially Word and PowerPoint.
• 3D rendering skills, video editing and interactive document experience are a plus.
• The role requires real AEC proposal experience—Word + InDesign and comfort working in compliance-driven, long-form proposal documents. General branding or social-only designers will not be considered.

Benefits

Project based contractor role with potential for ongoing engagement based on performance and alignment.

Equal Opportunity Statement

icreatives is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants and talent will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law. We believe in providing a culture that embraces and champions diversity, equity, and inclusion because it truly fosters creativity.