Business Development & Content Specialist

Dowbuilt • Seattle, WA

2d • $40 - $50 • Onsite

About The Position

Dowbuilt is adding a Business Development & Content Specialist to our Seattle-based team. Please note that this is a 100% in-office role. Writing samples and/or a portfolio of work are required from all applicants. As a member of the marketing team, this position supports the development of marketing collateral including proposals, presentations, qualification packets and other client-facing materials shared with architects and client partners in pursuit of one-of-a-kind residential projects. This role contributes to the overall production/organization of branded documents and business development presentations, and includes research, writing, design, and strategy. Success in this role requires strategic thinking, strong writing, and proofreading skills, strong design and page layout software skills, and the ability to collaborate with project teams and principals of the company. The specialist must be comfortable working through a multi-layered revision and feedback process while producing compelling, accurate, thoughtfully assembled materials under tight deadlines.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in journalism, English, communications, writing, or related field, or equivalent work experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of professional experience creating written content, presentations, or marketing materials.
• Strong writing, editing, design and formatting skills with exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
• Highly organized and deadline-driven with strong time management capabilities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Acrobat Pro).
• Authorization to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with OpenAsset or similar asset management systems preferred.
• Experience writing and designing presentations for the construction, architecture, or engineering industries strongly preferred.
• Experience with collaborative web-based tools such as Zoom, Slack and Smartsheet preferred.
• Ability to adapt quickly to changing circumstances and shifting priorities.
• Demonstrated reliability, discretion, and professionalism in handling confidential company and client information.
• Self-directed, motivated, and dependable with the ability to manage stress and maintain composure under pressure
• Commitment to continuous learning and professional development

Responsibilities

• Strategic Proposal Development Outcome: Advance Dowbuilt’s ability to win architect-driven residential projects by demonstrating project expertise, capabilities, and differentiators with clear, persuasive, and strategic pursuit packages.
• Proposal Management & Production Outcome: Deliver complete, polished client presentation packages, on a tight deadline, by coordinating the proposal development process from initial request through final submission.
• Content Development & Writing Outcome: Produce compelling, accurate, and well-structured written content that clearly communicates the company’s expertise, process, and value to prospective clients and design partners.
• Content Management & Marketing Collateral Outcome: Maintain a well-organized and up-to-date library of presentation content, marketing materials, and project information that supports efficient and consistent proposal development.
• Resume & Credential Management Outcome: Maintain clear, compelling, and current professional credentials for Dowbuilt principals and project teams that effectively communicate expertise that support business development efforts.
• Coordination, Communication & Quality Assurance Outcome: Ensure proposal materials are accurate, consistent, and professionally presented through disciplined coordination, editorial oversight, and clear communication with project teams.

Benefits

• Competitive pay commensurate with skills and experience
• 100% paid Medical, Dental, Vision, short-term disability and $50k in basic life insurance for full-time employees – 1st of the month following DOH
• 35% Medical and 30% Dental + Vision coverage for eligible dependents
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with 3% employer safe harbor contribution
• 8 paid holidays each year, no waiting period
• Paid Time-Off (PTO) – 2.31 hours per week to start (120 hours annually) with an increase to this accrual each January with years of service up to max 192 hours/24 days annually
• Mentorship and career development opportunities
• Annual discretionary bonus

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees