Marketing Specialist

Marketing Specialist

Are you a marketing professional ready to make a real impact? Colliers Engineering & Design is looking for an experienced Marketing Specialist to take the lead on high-stakes proposals, drive business development initiatives, and act as a strategic partner across the organization. In this role, you'll own high-value pursuits, mentor and inspire team members, and collaborate directly with firm leadership to win new projects and elevate our presence in the market. If you thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and want to play a key role in shaping the firm's success, this is the opportunity for you!

Responsibilities

• Lead development and execution of proposals, qualifications, SF330s, and presentations for standard and high-priority pursuits.
• Coordinate with technical teams to ensure accurate and persuasive proposal content.
• Lead creation and continuous improvement of marketing collateral and materials including resumes, project sheets, case studies, qualifications, pursuit graphics, and award submissions.
• Write and edit project narratives, staff bios/resumes, and cover letters tailored to client requirements and differentiated from competitors.
• Ensure consistency in branding across all materials.
• Serve as a strategic resource and asset to project teams, providing marketing expertise and guidance.
• Drive process improvements to enhance proposal quality, efficiency, and win rates.
• Conduct market intelligence research and competitive analysis to help inform go/no-go decisions and win strategies as required.
• Manage and update opportunity tracking in CRM/Unanet and maintain marketing databases as required.

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Journalism, or related field; equivalent experience considered.
• 4+ years of progressive marketing experience in the A/E/C or professional services industry.
• Excellent knowledge of Adobe InDesign and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and communication skills with ability to translate complex technical concepts into client-focused narratives.
• Demonstrated expertise as a solid contributor with ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Experience with CRM/database platforms (Unanet or similar).
• Portfolio demonstrating successful proposals or marketing campaigns.
• Professional involvement in industry organizations (SMPS, AIA, ACEC, AGC, ULI); CPSM designation a plus.
• Strategic thinking and problem-solving.
• Strong understanding of marketing and business development principles, proposal workflows, and compliance requirements.
• Continuous improvement mindset.
• Collaborative, proactive, and adaptable under shifting priorities.
• Proactive and resourceful approach.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent written communication and project management skills.
• Ability to read, write, and understand English for purposes of comprehending written job-related communications and verbal instructions and interactions.

What We Offer

At Colliers Engineering & Design, our people are our most important resource. That's why we are committed to providing all our employees with a safe, comfortable work environment, potential for career advancement, and the ability to impact society through their projects as well as Company sponsored activities. This dedication begins with supporting a work life balance through a generous compensation package that includes: company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage; paid pregnancy disability leave; short- and long-term disability insurance; life insurance; a company-matched 401(k)/Roth; paid time off that includes parental and military leave; employee referral and professional license bonuses and a straight time policy that compensates exempt employees for billable hours worked in excess of 40 billable hours within a work week. We have also created an internal culture that provides the resources and technology needed to encourage personal and professional growth opportunities through reimbursement for education; a free in-house resource for hundreds of educational and self-enrichment courses; mentorship program; wellness program; Women's Organization and ongoing philanthropic opportunities.

Colliers Engineering & Design is an equal opportunity employer (M/F/D/V). We are committed to ensuring that Inclusion & Belonging continues to be a strategic area of focus, not only as the right thing to do, but as one of the ways we will continue to lead our industry into the future. As part of this responsibility, we are on a progressive journey to foster an environment in which everyone at Colliers Engineering & Design feels respected and comfortable doing their best work while being their authentic selves regardless of background or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.