Marketing Proposal Coordinator

Crawford, Murphy & Tilly is seeking a Marketing Proposal Coordinator to join the team in Springfield, IL office. This is not a remote position. 

We are a fast-growing firm with 500 employees across 25 offices in 10 states serving clients through our four primary business groups: 

• Aviation
• Surface Transportation
• Water Resources
• Building & Site Services 

As a Marketing Proposal Coordinator, you’ll play a key role in crafting compelling proposals and marketing materials that showcase our expertise and win new business. We're looking for a driven, energetic, team player who thrives in a fast-paced, creative environment. Join us and help shape the future of engineering and consulting. 

What you will do: 

With support, coaching, and direction from CMT’s Marketing Proposal Manager and technical leaders, you will serve the firm in the following capacities:

• Plan and coordinate the proposal development process, including scheduling, editing, writing, designing, and production of proposals and statements of qualifications.
• Work cross-functionally with firm leaders, technical staff leads, partner organizations, and marketing team colleagues to develop compelling proposal strategies and messaging.
• Apply creative thinking and visual storytelling to highlight key messaging.
• Ensure compliance with proposal requirements 
• Develop interview strategies, presentation, and materials
• Develop brand-approved marketing collateral and materials
• Contribute to proposal database management processes
• Utilize marketing, communications, and/or design software to develop content and follow processes (i.e. Adobe Creative Suite, Office 365, Monday.com)
• Build and maintain cooperative and trusting relationships with Marketing teammates and technical staff
• Submit quality work for review and approval in a timely manner
• Uphold marketing standards and brand usage guidelines 
• Participate in efforts towards continuous improvement and innovation 
• Align with and embrace CMT's mission and core values  

Here is what you’ll need:

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Graphic Design, or related field.
• 1-3 years’ experience in Marketing, Communications, Graphic Design, or related field. 
• Proficient knowledge of marketing and/or communications techniques, tools, and principles 
• Proficient with Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, and Acrobat Pro) 
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Passion for thinking creatively and developing new design concepts, graphics, and layouts
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal and active listening skills
• Strong attention to detail and thoroughness in completing tasks
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage deadlines and multiple concurrent tasks
• Strong copywriting, proofreading, and editing skills
• Strong problem solving and critical thinking skills to identify issues, evaluate options, and implement solutions 
• Demonstrated responsiveness, professionalism, and teamwork

Ideally, you will also have:

• Additional consideration will be given to candidates with demonstrated experience in the engineering, architecture, or consulting industry.

Physical Requirements: 

• Physical demands vary depending on the specific nature of assigned projects. 
• Office tasks: physical requirements are minimal and include prolonged periods sitting or standing at a desk and working on a computer

Elevating infrastructure, together.

Crawford, Murphy & Tilly (CMT) is a civil infrastructure professional services firm working with clients and their communities to shape the future, together. Our mission is to provide superior infrastructure solutions, responsive to clients’ needs and expectations, while fostering growth and development for employees. Our dedicated team of engineers, planners, scientists, and consultants work together with clients and their communities to plan, advance, deliver, and manage civil infrastructure.

At CMT, we are looking for individuals who come to us with varied perspectives, backgrounds and worldviews.   

Benefits at CMT

CMT offers a generous benefits program, focused on four pillars: Health & Wellness, Work Life Balance, Financial Heath & Retirement, and Career Development.  To learn more about the CMT benefit programs, review the information on our website, Careers - CMT Infrastructure Professionals. 

The expected compensation range for this position is $58,000 - $68,000 annually. The final agreed-upon compensation is based on numerous factors, including but not limited to individual education, qualifications, prior work experience, and geographic location.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYMENT (EEO) POLICY
 Crawford, Murphy & Tilly (CMT) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to minorities, females, veterans and disabled individuals, as well as other protected groups.

ACCOMMODATIONS FOR APPLICANTS
 Applicants wishing to apply for an open position with CMT who require a reasonable accommodation in order to complete the application process may contact CMT’s Human Resources Department at kallen@cmtengr.com to request assistance. CMT is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

UNSOLICITED APPLICATIONS
 CMT does not accept unsolicited resumes or applications. Staffing and recruiting agencies, and individuals being represented by an agency, are not authorized to use this site or to submit applications or resumes, and any such submissions will be considered unsolicited. CMT is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes/applications.