Proposal Design Manager

KCI Technologies; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

KCI Technologies is seeking a Marketing Specialist with proven expertise in proposal development and graphic design. The role involves collaborating with teams to enhance the quality of proposals and marketing materials while providing guidance and training to staff. A bachelor's degree and significant relevant experience are required, along with proficiency in Adobe software and Microsoft Dynamics.

Benefits

Competitive compensation package

Family-friendly benefits

Training and mentoring opportunities

Qualifications

• 7-12 years of relevant experience required.
• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience required.
• Pre-employment drug screening and background checks may be required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage proposal layouts for marketing pursuits.
• Train and support marketing staff on template and library usage.
• Maintain content libraries and graphics for proposals.

Skills

Graphic Design

Proposal Development

Technical Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Adobe Software

Microsoft Dynamics

Job description

Overview

Join us as we Rise to the Challenge

At KCI, we’re building an enduring community that provides unparalleled value to our employee-owners. We make our mark designing and delivering our world-class solutions, so we invest deeply in supporting and developing our team. We reward integrity and commitment, and when we do well, you do well. Our employees have the freedom to innovate, unlimited growth, a voice that matters, a lifestyle that works, and skin in the game. Achievements are shared and celebrated. As a team, we are motivated to better ourselves, each other, and the world around us.

THE COMPANY

KCI Technologies, Inc. is a 100% employee-owned engineering, consulting, and construction firm serving clients throughout the United States. KCI is recognized as an industry leader, employing cutting-edge technologies, management practices, and strategic growth initiatives. Employee ownership fosters an entrepreneurial spirit, encourages technical expertise, and shapes strategic planning.

KCI is currently ranked #56 on Engineering News-Record’s list of the Top 500 design firms in the nation.

KCI BENEFITS INFORMATION

We offer a competitive compensation package, family-friendly benefits, a collaborative working environment, and the training, mentoring, and resources you need to advance in your career.

We understand that you have choices, and we know that together we will make a great team!

KCI is committed to building a diverse and inclusive staff, and we encourage women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, and individuals with disabilities to apply.

KCI Technologies, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Duties, Responsibilities & Other

OVERVIEW:

This job involves creating and managing proposal layouts and presentations, developing graphics, and ensuring adherence to branding standards. All candidates MUST have experience with developing proposals in the A/E/C industry.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop client-focused proposal layouts and client presentations for specific marketing pursuits, as requested
• Participate as part of the proposal or presentation team, as needed, to support large efforts
• Develop graphics to support proposal and presentation efforts
• Develop client-focused qualifications packages
• Fully understand and adhere to KCI’s branding standards

Provide technical and artistic guidance and support to marketing team to encourage innovation and a competitive edge in our work output

• Train and support marketing staff on KCI template and library usage as well as industry best practices for creating proposal documents
• Train junior marketing staff in creative software and basic proposal layout/graphics development
• Train and support graphic design staff in industry trends and best practices
• Review marketing staff’s designs to inform training needs

Develop and continually improve marketing’s standards for graphics processes, quality, delivery, and organization

• Maintain standardized InDesign and Word template(s) that offer flexibility for proposals
• Maintain resume templates for Microsoft Dynamics Customer Experience (CE) Document Generator (DocGen) – Knowledge of Liquid template language a plus, but not required

Maintain content libraries

• Maintain a graphics library for quick and easy proposal graphics
• Maintain CC libraries for easy access to graphics and icons
• Maintain a standardized graphics file storage system
• Provide quarterly updates to the graphics page on the intranet
• Manage the “ticketing system” for graphics support requests

Collaborate with marketing staff, Corporate Communications, and design teams to support technical graphics in proposals and presentations

Collaborate with technical staff to understand KCI’s services and clients, to serve our internal clients effectively.

Maintain expertise in software and technical skills in page layout and visual communication

• Participate in training sessions and industry organizations to stay current with trends
• Stay updated on Adobe software developments

Use Microsoft Dynamics Customer Experience (CE) to incorporate data into visual storytelling

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience required.
• Minimum of 7 - 12 years relevant experience.
• Pre-employment drug screening required. Background and motor vehicle checks may be required.