Jr. Business Development Coordinator - East/North East U.S.

About the role

We're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery, and cutting-edge manufacturing. This Junior Level Business Development Coordinator role supports our Northeast U.S. geography, focusing on data management in internal reporting tools and collaborating with Business Development and Technical staff to produce professional internal and external documents and marketing materials. The position offers the opportunity to learn and help implement sales strategy while gaining experience in critical sales functions.

The ideal candidate is organized, accountable, inquisitive, and demonstrates an ability to meet fast-paced deadlines while following through on commitments.

Responsibilities

• Searches for RFQs and RFPs on external digital eProcurement platforms, distributes them to internal stakeholders, manages and distributes subsequent addenda, and uploads electronic proposal documents back into the platform.
• Enters and manages data in multiple tools and systems critical to sales processes and reporting requirements.
• Provides marketing support to the geographic sales team by interviewing staff to draft project win or new hire announcements for publication on LinkedIn, the Jacobs external website, and other platforms.
• Coordinates and develops sales documents such as Task Order proposals, including creating content and interfacing with project managers, graphic designers, and desktop publishing staff across multiple time zones.
• Uses critical thinking to read complex documentation, synthesize data, and determine next steps and stakeholders for action.
• Proofreads and edits technical and non-technical documents for accuracy and consistency.
• Assists sales leadership with routine activities, including:
  • Gathering information and drafting internal reports (e.g., sales statistics, timelines, tables, graphs).
  • Preparing PowerPoint presentations, meeting agendas, and meeting minutes.
  • Setting up meetings in Microsoft Teams and entering information into Microsoft Excel files.
• Assists client account managers and sales leads with preparing internal documentation, such as:
  • Project descriptions for sales use.
  • Gathering and publishing client quotes.
  • Updating project team members’ master resumes.

Requirements

• 2 to 4 years of experience, preferably in the Architectural, Engineering, or Construction industry.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including proficiency in grammar, punctuation, spelling, and formatting.
• High level of attention to detail.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple, simultaneous projects under tight deadlines.
• Hybrid work model: two days per week in the Jacobs-assigned office nearest you.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communication, business, or technical fields (preferred).
• Proficiency in Salesforce for data management (preferred).
• Fluency in Microsoft Office and Adobe applications (preferred).

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance.
• 401(k) plan with company stock purchase options at a discount.
• Deferred compensation plan or Executive Deferral Plan (for eligible employees).
• Unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) for full-time salaried/exempt employees.
• Seven paid holidays and caregiver leave.
• Additional rewards for certain roles, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonuses, and stock.

Pay

The base salary range for this position is $70,000.00 to $80,000.00. Individual pay within this range is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.