Marketing Assistant

About the role

KPFF Consulting Engineers is hiring a full-time Marketing Assistant to join our structural engineering division in Portland, Oregon. This role will support the firm's ongoing qualification requests and internal marketing initiatives by managing project data and content. You will thrive in this job if you enjoy working with a close-knit team, prioritizing tasks, appreciating autonomy and feedback, and developing creative work that supports the built environment. This is an in-person position that interacts with all levels of the firm, as well as clients and subconsultants.

This position provides marketing support and services to engineers whose clients include architects, developers, contractors, and public agencies. Our marketing staff are valued and empowered to be innovative in their approach and passionate about their work. How we treat one another is as important as the work we do.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparation of subconsultant qualifications and proposal submissions, including resumes, biographies, profiles, project descriptions, and other collateral materials
• Maintain the marketing database by inputting and updating client, project, and supporting information; manage content library, including previous proposals, boilerplates, and visuals
• Monitor and report industry-related information from online publications, magazines, and blogs
• Track publications and lead generation platforms; assist in the generation of internal newsletters
• Pull project reports and update staff and internal resource information
• Create various internal communications and company announcements
• Edit and update marketing collateral such as presentations and brochures
• Assist with internal document processing, including reviewing, editing, and formatting documents or other client deliverables
• Interact with and facilitate communications with staff and vendors

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods while working on a computer, reviewing plans, or conducting site visits
• Capacity to move around project sites, climb ladders, and navigate uneven terrain
• Occasionally lift up to 15 pounds of equipment or materials

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in English, Marketing, Journalism, Communication, Education, Business, or other relevant major OR a related combination of education and experience
• 1-3 years of professional or internship experience, preferably in marketing or a related field
• Experience in data entry or database management
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign and Illustrator)
• Strong organizational skills, with an ability to multitask and manage time effectively
• Strong writing, proofreading, copy-editing, formatting, and document revision skills
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills and a desire to learn
• Ability to work under tight deadlines and handle multiple assignments concurrently

Benefits

• Base pay range of $28.00 - $30.00 per hour, based on qualifications and prior experience
• Overtime paid at time-and-a-half with regular opportunity for overtime available
• Biannual profit-sharing (bonus) structure
• Flexible schedule options (assessed after one year of employment)
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer contribution (regardless of employee contribution)
• Separate vacation and sick leave
• Transit subsidy
• On-site fitness center
• Professional development provisions and tuition reimbursement plan
• Health insurance (PPO or HSA) with additional HRA/FSA options
• Dental and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid family leave
• Short- and long-term disability insurance
• Employee assistance programs
• Paid holidays (including two floating holidays)

Other Perks

• Free secure bike parking
• Transit pass stipend (50%)
• Technical educational sessions
• Monthly social events and corporate culture events (winter parties, summer picnics, etc.)
• Office committee opportunities
• Community projects participation
• Offsite retreats

About KPFF

KPFF is a multi-office, multi-discipline engineering firm committed to Excellence, Trust, Relationships, Stability, and Passion. For over 65 years, KPFF has provided creative solutions and excellent client service for a diverse range of projects and industries. Our 1,500 professionals in 35 offices nationwide thrive in a decentralized structure, offering flexibility and opportunities for professional growth.

The local structural division in Oregon consists of over 100 employees working primarily out of our downtown Portland office. We work on a wide variety of project types, including architectural-led building projects for K-12 and higher education campuses, sports facilities, medical campuses, and mixed-use housing. We also work on parks, trails, pedestrian bridges, road and vehicle infrastructure, and master planning, with a focus on sustainability.

We believe in encouraging personal and professional growth and provide a solid structure with minimal organizational restrictions. Our collaborative and dedicated engineers work in a business casual environment located in downtown Portland.