Strategic Marketing & Proposals Leader

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR in Phoenix, AZ is seeking a seasoned Marketing Services Manager to lead proposal and marketing teams, shaping win strategies and driving client engagement.

You will manage schedules, coordinate resources, develop marketing collateral, and mentor staff while fostering HDR's inclusive culture and professional growth.

This role requires 8+ years in the A/E/C industry, strong communication, and travel to meet clients and teams across sites.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 8 years relevant industry experience.
• Self-starter with a history of completing projects with limited oversight.
• Demonstrated ability to motivate and inspire others.
• Experience in sales and developing effective win strategies.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Proficient in Adobe Creative Cloud applications, including InDesign.
• Ability and desire to travel and engage with others in-person.
• Demonstrated experience in winning high-value contracts in the A/E/C industry.
• Demonstrated experience in writing compelling content based on information from technical staff.

Responsibilities

• Retain, develop and supervise proposal and marketing employees, as assigned.
• Lead pursuit teams in creating and implementing effective win strategies (capture planning).
• Develop and manage proposal schedules and confirm compliance.
• Coach interview teams to be effective at delivering key messages during interview presentations.
• Develop and publish engaging digital content that reflects HDR's brand and elevates our thought leadership.
• Coordinate large, internal meetings (in-person and virtual).
• Plan and fulfill conference sponsorship benefits, as needed.
• Manage area business development and marketing budgets.

Skills

Self-starter

Motivate and inspire others

Sales and win strategies

Excellent written and verbal communica

Ability to travel

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

MS Office

InDesign

Job description

HDR in Phoenix, AZ is seeking a seasoned Marketing Services Manager to lead proposal and marketing teams, shaping win strategies and driving client engagement.

You will manage schedules, coordinate resources, develop marketing collateral, and mentor staff while fostering HDR's inclusive culture and professional growth.

This role requires 8+ years in the A/E/C industry, strong communication, and travel to meet clients and teams across sites.