Proposal Coordinator I - Marketing

LJA

Pearland (TX)

On-site

USD 48,000 - 64,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

PTO & holidays

Health & dental insurance

Maternity & parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Referral bonuses

Volunteer days

Industry memberships

Internal mobility

Fun culture

Job summary

LJA in Pearland, TX is seeking a Proposal Coordinator I to support the development, production, and submission of proposals and qualifications packages within the Marketing department.

This role focuses on building core proposal management skills, learning AEC procurement processes, and assisting pursuit teams in a deadline-driven environment under guidance from senior staff. A Bachelor’s degree and 1+ years of experience are required.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, English, Journalism, or related field.
1+ years of professional experience.
Strong writing, editing and organizational skills.
Basic to intermediate Adobe InDesign skills.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

Coordinating small to moderate-sized proposals under guidance from senior marketing staff.
Assisting with proposal scheduling, production, and submission activities.
Formatting and assembling proposal documents using Adobe InDesign.
Coordinating collection of resumes, project descriptions, and supporting materials.
Maintaining proposal content libraries, CRM and marketing databases.

Skills

Strong writing

Editing

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, English, Journalism, or related field

Tools

Adobe InDesign

Microsoft Office

Job description

What Lja Has To Offer

LJA is offering an exciting opportunity that will allow you to reach your full career potential. The structure of our organization is designed to amplify your capabilities while gaining the benefits of being an employee-owner. What truly sets this opportunity apart is the chance to collaborate every day with dedicated, skilled, and supportive leaders. Whether you are in the office, in the field, or behind the scenes, working at LJA gives you the chance to grow through hands-on experience and exposure to a broad range of clients and services.

What Lja Has To Offer

What Makes Lja Different

At LJA, our employee-owners take pride in their work and their workplace. We're guided by leaders who foster a culture of respect, collaboration and a shared vision of success. Our difference is evident in the experiences and opportunities we provide:

Employee-owned.
Client-focused.
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
Consistently ranked as a Top Workplace.
Internal recruitment team, in-house training, and a marketing department specific to our industry.
We celebrate flexibility, allowing every team and office to lead with their proven approach.
Our culture champions continuous learning and personal growth.
We believe success comes through constant evolution and communication.
We are passionate about having fun and making money, all while creating impact.

POSITION OVERVIEW

As a Proposal Coordinator I at LJA in our Marketing department, you will be responsible for supporting the development, production, and submission of proposals, qualifications packages and assisting with interview presentations. This role focuses on developing core proposal management skills, learning AEC procurement processes, and supporting pursuit teams in a deadline-driven environment. Working under regular guidance and direction while developing proposal management skills.

A TYPICAL DAY MIGHT INCLUDE

Coordinating small to moderate-sized proposals under the guidance of senior marketing staff.
Assisting with proposal scheduling, production, and submission activities.
Formatting and assembling proposal documents using Adobe InDesign.
Coordinating collection of resumes, project descriptions, and supporting materials.
Assisting with maintenance of proposal files, templates, content libraries, CRM and marketing databases.
Supporting subconsultant coordination and information collection.
Preparing compliance matrices and assisting with requirement reviews.
Performing quality control reviews for formatting, grammar, and consistency.
Supporting interview presentations and marketing collateral development.
Leading kickoff meetings for routine pursuits.
Maintaining and updating proposal content libraries, CRM records, resumes, project descriptions, and marketing assets.

REQUIRED EDUCATION/LICENSE/CERTIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, English, Journalism, or related field.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

1+ years of professional experience.
Strong writing, editing, and organizational skills.
Basic to intermediate Adobe InDesign skills.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
Ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate, high-quality deliverables.

LEVEL UP WITH LJA

Your future grows here.

Generous Time Off: PTO, paid holidays, and a full office closure between Christmas and New Year's.
Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple plan options for health, dental, and pets. Along with mental health support.
Family Support: Paid maternity and parental leave to help you focus on what matters most.
Education Support: Tuition reimbursement and in-house courses provided by our Learning and Development team.
Referral Bonuses: Know great talent? Get rewarded for helping us grow.
Community Impact: Company-sponsored volunteer days and philanthropic initiatives.
Professional Development: Memberships to industry organizations to keep you connected and growing.
Career Growth: Great internal mobility opportunities to advance your career.
Fun Culture: LJA social events, employee sports teams, bring your kid to work day, etc.