Caliente Construction
Marketing Proposal Lead
Caliente Construction, Tempe, Arizona, us, 85285
Position: Marketing Proposal Lead / Technical Writer
Reports to: Director of Marketing
Status: Exempt
JOB SUMMARY:
The Marketing Proposal Lead is responsible for enhancing the Company's business development efforts by leading the RFQ proposal response, subsequent interview preparation, and other marketing functions. An ideal candidate is a proficient, creative writer that possesses a natural curiosity about the Company's pursuits and will translate that information into winning strategies.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITES:
Supports the creative development and production of marketing deliverables including RFQ/RFP responses, presentations, and other marketing deliverablesStays current with RFQ opportunities through vendor websites and other databases and assesses the RFP requirementsAbility to research and formulate value-added responses for construction approach based on research and input from project team members, focusing on the unique needs of each clientAssists with the development of the written and graphic strategy for public and private proposals; ability to tell stories about clients, employees, projects and Caliente as a wholeEnsures compliance with RFQ/RFP requirements and coordinates the physical and/or electronic production and submittal of proposals and prequalification documentsAttends proposal pre-submittal meetings and/or schedules attendance for other team membersProvides original written proposal content in coordination with other team members for resumes, organizational charts and other specialized sectionsCreates interview strategy; coaches and prepares the project team for interviewsOrganizes and maintains all proposal and marketing data, including information on prospects, clients, competitors, written and visual material reference files, proposal boilerplate materials, and other dynamic data in CRM softwareAttends customer debriefs, as necessaryAssists with event coordination for trade shows, conferences, open houses, and other Company eventsSupports the general office needs with collateral design and production of items such as report covers, banners, ads, and other design and printing needsCross-trains other Marketing team members, as necessaryOther duties, as assignedFUNCTIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Four-year degree in Marketing, Journalism or associated field of study and a minimum of three (3) years of experience in proposal and graphic design for the architectural/engineering/construction (AEC) industryProficient with Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, and MS Office. Knowledge of CRM software and construction programs highly desiredDemonstrated ability to reinforce Caliente's brand through high-quality text and graphic storytellingStrong marketing experience with willingness to take risks and push the envelope, trying innovative tactics to keep the Company 'Best in Class'Solid writing and editing capabilities with the ability to bring technical data to lifeVisionary thinking with the ability to provide guidance and leadership to junior team membersCreative, self-motivated with attention to detail and focus on quality of resultsOrganized and reliable with strong time management and planning skills to succeed in a deadline driven environmentTeam player with the ability to recognize how individual actions affect the team as a wholeAbility to work in a fast-paced environment, flexible and adaptable to changes to planned tasks or scheduleADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Ability to work 40 hours per week or more, if requiredAbility to lift and/or carry up to 20 lbs. unassistedMay require repetitive use of arms, hands and fingersMay require prolonged periods of sitting and/or standing throughout workdayValid driver license and proof of insurability required when job duties require use of motor vehicleRequires exercising discretion in decision making and maintaining strict confidentiality with respect to applicant, employee, and Company proprietary information
The preceding covers the primary duties and responsibilities of the position. It should not be construed as a complete listing of all miscellaneous, incidental, or similar duties that may be required from day-to-day.
Caliente Construction, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Reports to: Director of Marketing
Status: Exempt
JOB SUMMARY:
The Marketing Proposal Lead is responsible for enhancing the Company's business development efforts by leading the RFQ proposal response, subsequent interview preparation, and other marketing functions. An ideal candidate is a proficient, creative writer that possesses a natural curiosity about the Company's pursuits and will translate that information into winning strategies.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITES:
Supports the creative development and production of marketing deliverables including RFQ/RFP responses, presentations, and other marketing deliverablesStays current with RFQ opportunities through vendor websites and other databases and assesses the RFP requirementsAbility to research and formulate value-added responses for construction approach based on research and input from project team members, focusing on the unique needs of each clientAssists with the development of the written and graphic strategy for public and private proposals; ability to tell stories about clients, employees, projects and Caliente as a wholeEnsures compliance with RFQ/RFP requirements and coordinates the physical and/or electronic production and submittal of proposals and prequalification documentsAttends proposal pre-submittal meetings and/or schedules attendance for other team membersProvides original written proposal content in coordination with other team members for resumes, organizational charts and other specialized sectionsCreates interview strategy; coaches and prepares the project team for interviewsOrganizes and maintains all proposal and marketing data, including information on prospects, clients, competitors, written and visual material reference files, proposal boilerplate materials, and other dynamic data in CRM softwareAttends customer debriefs, as necessaryAssists with event coordination for trade shows, conferences, open houses, and other Company eventsSupports the general office needs with collateral design and production of items such as report covers, banners, ads, and other design and printing needsCross-trains other Marketing team members, as necessaryOther duties, as assignedFUNCTIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Four-year degree in Marketing, Journalism or associated field of study and a minimum of three (3) years of experience in proposal and graphic design for the architectural/engineering/construction (AEC) industryProficient with Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, and MS Office. Knowledge of CRM software and construction programs highly desiredDemonstrated ability to reinforce Caliente's brand through high-quality text and graphic storytellingStrong marketing experience with willingness to take risks and push the envelope, trying innovative tactics to keep the Company 'Best in Class'Solid writing and editing capabilities with the ability to bring technical data to lifeVisionary thinking with the ability to provide guidance and leadership to junior team membersCreative, self-motivated with attention to detail and focus on quality of resultsOrganized and reliable with strong time management and planning skills to succeed in a deadline driven environmentTeam player with the ability to recognize how individual actions affect the team as a wholeAbility to work in a fast-paced environment, flexible and adaptable to changes to planned tasks or scheduleADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Ability to work 40 hours per week or more, if requiredAbility to lift and/or carry up to 20 lbs. unassistedMay require repetitive use of arms, hands and fingersMay require prolonged periods of sitting and/or standing throughout workdayValid driver license and proof of insurability required when job duties require use of motor vehicleRequires exercising discretion in decision making and maintaining strict confidentiality with respect to applicant, employee, and Company proprietary information
The preceding covers the primary duties and responsibilities of the position. It should not be construed as a complete listing of all miscellaneous, incidental, or similar duties that may be required from day-to-day.
Caliente Construction, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.