Pursuit Specialist

About the role

The Pursuit Specialist supports strategic business development efforts for the Water business operating unit, with a focus on the US West region. The role involves preparing high-impact proposals and qualifications that highlight Stantec's technical expertise, experience, and creative approach.

Responsibilities

• Support proposal writing, coordination, strategy, and development efforts for a wide range of water-focused services.
• Prepare thoughtful, engaging, and visually compelling proposals, qualifications, and interview materials.
• Collaborate closely with technical staff and leadership to translate complex technical information into clear, persuasive messaging.
• Carefully coordinate with business development leaders to support strategic pursuit planning and competitive positioning.
• Participate in client development and account management efforts, including positioning and pursuit planning.
• Support storytelling initiatives that elevate brand reputation, spotlight thought leaders, and align with key accounts and market trends.
• Maintain and update internal systems related to people, project experience, and pursuit information.
• Ensure all materials are consistent with brand standards, quality expectations, and deadlines.

Requirements

• Experience assisting with the preparation of RFPs and RFQs, including coordinating inputs, formatting, editing, and quality control.
• Exposure to collaborating with technical professionals to gather project information and translate technical content into clear, client-focused messaging.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Highly detail-oriented, organized, and able to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.
• Strong design sensibility with an eye for compelling digital and print layouts.
• Demonstrated proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite, particularly InDesign; Microsoft Office including PowerPoint; and experience with web-based platforms is an asset.
• Ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively with a regional, geographically dispersed team.
• Comfortable working with a wide range of personality styles and management levels.
• Confident communicating with individuals across all levels of the organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in business, marketing, communications, or a related field.
• Minimum of 2-3 years of progressively responsible experience in a pursuit, or business development role.
• AEC experience preferred.
• Knowledge of water engineering (water resources, wastewater treatment, water reuse, etc.) is a plus but not required.

Skills

• Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite, particularly InDesign; Microsoft Office including PowerPoint.
• Experience with web-based platforms is an asset.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Wellness program, health savings account, flexible spending account.
• 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program.
• Life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance.
• Short-term/long-term disability plans.
• Emergency travel benefits.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Professional membership fee coverage.
• Paid family leave.

Pay

Pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location.

Schedule

Full time

Primary Location

United States | OR | Portland

Other Locations

• United States | AZ | Phoenix

Organization

BC-2286 Water-US Strategic Pursuits Team

Employee Status

Regular

Travel

No

Job Posting

17/06/2026 09:06:56

Req ID

1006162

Additional

Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. At Stantec we are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to all. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process then please inform a member of our Talent Acquisition team.