Pursuits Specialist

About the role

The Pursuits Specialist provides production and administrative support to the Business Development and Marketing staff in carrying out sales, marketing and business development activities.

Responsibilities

• Perform all necessary clerical duties as directed, including word-processing and use of other computer applications
• Maintain Business Development database information (Hot/Close/Lead lists)
• Maintain database of business development client contacts and references
• Maintain follow-up system for assignments and events
• Maintain and update employee qualification resumes
• Gather and compile data for pre-qualification packages
• Create interview materials including boards, PowerPoint presentations, leave-behinds
• Assist in drafting, editing, and preparing the final copy of business proposals and qualifications
• Assist in maintaining current lists
• Proof and edit proposal write-ups
• Keep schedule of Business Development activities
• Assist in creating project sheets
• Assist in hosting and coordinating marketing events (video tapings, exhibits, seminars, open houses, client parties, and community/charity events)
• Assist with materials and facilitation of “capture plan” meetings
• Accompany Business Development Managers as needed on job walks; pre-qualification meetings
• Assist in researching and qualifying leads
• Assist in development and production of mailers, promotional literature, brochures
• Write and distribute “Good News” memos as directed
• Complete other responsibilities as assigned

Requirements

• High school diploma and business school training or equivalent
• Minimum two years of administrative experience
• Proficiency in the use of various computer software applications; word-processing, spreadsheets, graphics and database
• Excellent attendance and punctuality
• Reliability, dependability and flexibility
• Proficient verbal and written English language skills
• Effective interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of construction industry desirable
• Ability to work overtime as required

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, English, Journalism, or related field; advanced degree or certification is a plus.
• 1–3 years of marketing/RFP/RFQ experience, ideally in the Architecture/Engineering/or Construction (AEC) industry.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (primarily InDesign) and Microsoft Office Suite (primarily PowerPoint) to create visually appealing marketing materials, presentations, and proposals utilizing branded templates.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401(k) with company matching
• Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP)
• Individual stock ownership
• Paid vacation
• Paid sick leave
• Paid holidays
• Bereavement leave
• Employee assistance program
• Pre-tax flexible spending accounts
• Basic term life insurance and AD&D
• Business travel accident insurance
• Short and long term disability
• Financial wellness coaching
• Educational assistance
• Care.com membership
• ClassPass fitness membership
• DashPass delivery membership
• Voluntary benefits: additional term life insurance, long term care insurance, critical illness and accidental injury insurance, pet insurance, legal plan, identity theft protection, and other voluntary benefit options

Pay

Compensation Range $38.00 - $45.00 Hourly Rate