Marketing Proposal Manager

Job Description: 

AZTEC is seeking a Marketing Proposal Manager in our Irvine, CA office to support our growing team! The Marketing Proposal Manager position is an integral part of AZTEC’s Business Development/Marketing practice and reports directly to the Marketing Director. This position will partner with our technical staff to plan and lead a variety of strategic marketing assignments. These assignments can range from qualifications statements to complex proposals and presentations. Ideal candidates will be motivated, energetic self-starters who possess excellent oral and written communication skills and effective listening skills; proven professionals who can develop creative and original solutions to tackle challenges; team players ready to support a dynamic, deadline-driven environment; have a vested interest in the success of AZTEC and a drive for professional advancement of the A/E/C industry.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Utilize discretion and independent judgment to direct the development, creation, and completion of marketing projects for AZTEC, which primarily includes leading proposal pursuits. Key elements include conceptualizing, researching, and producing winning marketing materials and proposals to further AZTEC’s business. In this role, the Marketing Proposal Manager will develop the strategy and lead the development of a resource plan to ensure a timely and compliant response; coordinate with members of the proposal pursuit team for required proposal elements; plan, schedule, and lead color review meetings; represent AZTEC in client presentations and related negotiations where necessary; and create compelling graphics and original layouts. 
• Develop, implement, and manage written and visual content by providing professional writing, technical editing, and proofreading on marketing materials and communications. 
• Lead storyboarding and message development for strategic pursuits and company presentations. 
• Assign work tasks to marketing support staff, such as the Assistant Marketing Coordinator or Graphic Designer. 
• Participate in business development functions, as needed, such as representing AZTEC at industry functions outside of the office.
• Ensure AZTEC’s brand (i.e. logo use, company boilerplate information, etc.) on all marketing materials and communications. 
• Maintain marketing library updates, such as the upkeep of resumes, project descriptions, company photos, and other proprietary information. 
• Lead special projects and tasks, as needed.

Job Qualifications (Education, Experience, and Skills): 

• A minimum of a Bachelor's degree in related fields such as Journalism, Communications, English, Business, a technical/scientific discipline, or related field from an accredited university with 10 years of experience managing, creating, and developing original complex proposals, presentations, and related sales or business development deliverables; OR
  • 20 years of eqivalent experience managing, creating, and developing original complex proposals, presentations, and related sales or business development deliverables;
• Proven talent and intelligence in the architectural/engineering industry is a plus
• Advanced application and knowledge of creative and administrative software including Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, etc.) and O365 programs (Sharepoint, Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
• Excellent organizational, written, and verbal communication skills
• Analytic and decision-making skills related to marketing presentations and judgment regarding underlying business objectives
• Advanced English writing and editing skills, with an eye toward messaging, themes, proposal aesthetics, and content development
• Self-starter and independent thinker who thrives in a deadline-driven requirement and can exercise creative judgment regarding marketing projects
• Valid Driver's License, with the ability to maintain insurability under the company's insurance carrier

Working Conditions and Environment:

This position will require general supervision and will have to use independent judgment within established guidelines. Generally, uses advanced knowledge to analyze, interpret, or make deductions from varying facts or circumstances. Will need the ability to establish rapport quickly with others working on the same project, and be able to promote a positive team environment.  Working knowledge of dealing with a diverse population while using tact, diplomacy, and respect.

Company Benefits:

AZTEC offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, life insurance, short and long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, Paid-time-Off, and a 401(k) plan.

Company Overview:

AZTEC Engineering Group, Inc. (AZTEC) is headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona, and provides diversified technical and consulting services to clients in the United States. AZTEC is part of the TYPSA Group, an international consulting engineering firm with over 3,100 employees and more than 50 offices worldwide providing multidisciplinary consulting services in the fields of civil engineering, architecture, and environment. AZTEC has a diverse culture that focuses on providing rich opportunities for its employees. 

AZTEC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to affirmative action planning and encourages diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other non-job-related characteristic.

Please apply online at www.aztec.us/career.