ABOUT THE POSITION
Senior Marketing Specialist
Richmond, VA | Williamsburg, VA | Virginia Beach, VA | Charlotte, NC | Raleigh, NC | Atlanta, GA
Marketing at an engineering firm? Yes!
Are you looking for an opportunity to grow in an organization that provides opportunity for their marketers to be involved in more than just the proposal experience, but also helping to support visibility and client focus efforts? VHB has the position for you!
We are looking for a new addition to our Mid-Atlantic Regional Marketing Team! This position is hybrid out of our Virginia, Georgia or North Carolina offices with the expectations to work at least two days in the office.
The Senior Marketing Specialist leads, develops, writes, and produces complex proposals and other critical marketing deliverables with direct support from marketing leaders. The Senior Marketing Specialist helps to support and facilitate overall pursuit strategy discussion and formulation and content development.
Expect opportunity and active participation in marketing activities across the entire Client-Visibility-Pursuit (C-V-P) lifecycle, with primary focus on pursuits. You will be actively trained and mentored on VHB’s programs and marketing’s role across the CVP lifecycle. Specifically:
Clients
Actively participates in Client Focus Team and/or market meetingsParticipates in Client Mapping and Client SWOT analysis. May facilitate and lead annual Client Mapping processIn partnership with CRM Specialist and with the understanding of the Region’s pursuit Pipeline, may help to manage active updating of opportunities on the PipelineAssists with the development and creation of the value proposition and pre-sell piecesVisibility
Coordinates and supports the development of pre- and post-award visibility opportunities for assigned pursuits in collaboration with Regional Communications SpecialistAssists with the creation and communication of overall client and market visibility opportunities that help promote the organization’s thought leadershipProposals
Takes the lead role in the development of the region’s complex pursuits, with marketing leadership/management oversight, as neededParticipates in and/or facilitates pursuit SWOT analyses. Identifies differentiators and how clients perceive the organization and its competitorsCommunicates win themes and approaches to win. Independently weaves win themes into all proposal sections using writing and editing skills. Partners with graphic designer for visuals that align to messagesRecognizes the need for teaming partners or subconsultants and identifies potential suitable partnersServes as an active strategist and collaborative partner with technical staffWorks directly with senior-level technical staff to prepare proposal materials. Ensures all sections of the proposal include differentiating win themes and that sections are compliant, timely, and well writtenOrganizes and coaches technical staff on pursuit presentations. May facilitate story boarding sessions, as requestedWorks with graphic design staff to plan and produce materials. Ensures all materials are effectively communicating the strategic vision identified for a given pursuit and align with the organization’s BrandServes as a mentor to less experienced marketing staff. Serves as a peer QA/QC of proposalsLead capture planning discussions with technical team members in advance of an active procurementIndependently writes sections that require minor editingMinimum Qualifications
4-6 years of proposal, writing, or marketing experience in an AEC industryBA in Marketing, English, Communications, or related disciplineExcellent written and verbal communication skillsAdvanced computer skills using Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Suite programs (e.g., Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, InDesign, Photoshop) preferredHighly detail oriented. Demonstrated commitment to quality. Ability to identify and seek needed information/research skillsAbility to work concurrently on multiple projectsWe are VHB! We’re an inspired and innovative team of engineers, scientists, planners, and designers who partner with clients in the transportation, real estate, institutional, and energy industries, as well as federal, state, and local governments. Our work helps improve mobility, enhance communities, and contribute to economic vitality. We do this while balancing development and infrastructure needs with stewardship of our environment.
Our people make us great! VHB provides a differentiating employee experience, which includes:
Diverse and inclusive culture of collaboration and innovationOpportunity to work on complex, transformational projectsCommunity and social responsibility as sustainable stewards Focus on learning, development, and career growthBest-in-class benefits, including flexible, hybrid workplaceWe are consistently rated one of the top AEC firms to work for across our 30+ offices on the East Coast. We’re growing, and we hope you’ll join us!
VHB is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. Since our founding, we have intentionally fostered a culture of inclusion and belonging, supported by deep-rooted core values, one of which is diversity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.
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