Marketing Proposal Manager

KPFF Consulting Engineers; Seattle (WA); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

HSA option

FSA option

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid holidays

Vacation days

Personal/sick time

Jury duty pay

Family leave

Job summary

KPFF Seattle is seeking an experienced Marketing Proposal Manager to lead our proposal efforts in the downtown Seattle office. You will oversee RFQ/RFP processes, coordinate with technical staff and subconsultants, and guide graphics and non-technical content tasks.

Ideal candidates bring 5+ years of related experience, a Bachelor's in English/Communications/Marketing, and strong writing and editing skills, with the ability to meet multiple deadlines in a collaborative team.

Qualifications

• 5+ years related experience
• Bachelor's degree in English, Journalism, Communications, Marketing, or Equivalent
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Adobe InDesign
• Excellent verbal communication, writing, proofreading, and organization skills
• Motivated self-starter with the ability to effectively handle multiple deadlines under pressure
• Collaborative team player with a positive attitude
• Detail-oriented
• Working knowledge of the Architectural/Engineering/Construction community in Seattle a plus

Responsibilities

• Independently kick-off and effectively lead the coordination and preparation of prime proposals of all sizes, working directly with technical and other staff as needed
• Ensure compliance with agency requirements
• Coordinate with and collect materials from subconsultants
• Collaborate with our graphics team and provide oversight and guidance on graphics development
• Responsible for writing non-technical portions of the proposal (cover letters, executive summaries, project descriptions, resumes, team qualifications, etc.)
• Review all proposal drafts and final documents to ensure responsiveness, thoroughness, accuracy, and quality
• Support the preparation of presentations and interviews as needed

Skills

Proposal management

Written & verbal communication

Multitasking under deadlines

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in English/Journalism/Communications/Marketing

Tools

Microsoft Office

Adobe InDesign

Job description

KPFF, a multi-office, multi-discipline engineering firm, is committed to Excellence, Trust, Relationships, Stability, and Passion. For over 65 years KPFF has been providing creative solutions and excellent client service for a diverse range of projects and industries. Our 1,500+ professionals in 36 offices nationwide thrive in a decentralized structure, offering abundant flexibility and numerous opportunities for professional growth. At KPFF, join a legacy of excellence where every team member has the opportunity to contribute to innovative solutions and meaningful projects. To learn more about us and the projects we work on, visit our website at www.kpff.com.

Job Description

KPFF Seattle is looking for an experienced Marketing Proposal Manager to join a fun, collaborative marketing team and support our proposal efforts in the downtown Seattle office. The successful candidate will have experience in a lead role with all aspects of RFQ and RFP proposal development and in preparing interview teams for a variety of clients in both the public and private sector.

Responsibilities

• Independently kick-off and effectively lead the coordination and preparation of prime proposals of all sizes, working directly with technical and other staff as needed
• Ensure compliance with agency requirements
• Coordinate with and collect materials from subconsultants
• Collaborate with our graphics team and provide oversight and guidance on graphics development
• Responsible for writing non-technical portions of the proposal (cover letters, executive summaries, project descriptions, resumes, team qualifications, etc.)
• Review all proposal drafts and final documents to ensure responsiveness, thoroughness, accuracy, and quality
• Support the preparation of presentations and interviews as needed

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• 5+ years related experience
• Bachelor's degree in English, Journalism, Communications, Marketing, or Equivalent
• Working proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe InDesign
• Excellent verbal communication, writing, proofreading, and organization skills
• Motivated self-starter with the ability to effectively handle multiple deadlines under pressure
• Collaborative team player with a positive attitude
• Detail-oriented
• Working knowledge of the Architectural/Engineering/Construction community in Seattle a plus

Additional Information

This position follows a four-day-per-week in-office schedule, with one remote workday each week. The specific schedule will be determined based on business and team needs.

Physical Demands

• Duties are primarily conducted in a standard office setting, requiring prolonged periods of sitting at a desk or computer table.
• Occasionally may be required to lift objects weighing up to 15 lbs.

Compensation

The base salary for this role is competitive and will be determined based on the candidate's experience, education, and skills. The expected range for a qualified candidate is $80,000.00 - $100,000.00.

Additionally, we offer performance-based bonuses to recognize and reward outstanding contributions in each Reporting Center. During the interview process, we'll provide detailed information and address any questions you may have about the overall compensation package and benefits.

Benefits provided by KPFF include

• An excellent 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer contributions
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance with a no-premium option
• Vision insurance with a no-premium option
• Health Savings Account (HSA) option with employer contribution
• Medical Flexible Spending Account (FSA) option
• Dependent Care FSA option
• Employee Assistance Program
• Group life insurance
• Short-term disability insurance
• Long-term disability insurance
• Seven paid holidays and two floating holidays
• 10 vacation days annually, which increases with years of service.
• 10 days of personal and sick time to care for yourself and family members.
• Up to one week (five business days) of paid jury duty per year.
• Six weeks of supplemental paid family leave
• Travel accident insurance
• Subsidized ORCA bus/rail pass

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

KPFF Consulting Engineers participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

KPFF Consulting Engineers is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, ethnicity, national origin, religion, marital status, sex/gender (including sexual orientation or gender identity), pregnancy, veteran status, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, or any other protected basis.