Chief Marketing Officer

Colliers Engineering & Design•Phoenix, AZ

15h

About The Position

The Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) is a member of Colliers Engineering & Design’s leadership team and leads a strategic, insight-driven, client-focused marketing function that connects business goals, brand strategy, and client engagement across markets and disciplines. The role partners closely with the CEO and executive leadership to align marketing strategy with firmwide business objectives and market intelligence, and to build the structure, systems, and talent that support continued expansion. The CMO leads a multidisciplinary organization spanning Public Relations, Communications, Brand and Design, Digital Strategy, Marketing Technology, Market Strategists, and regional marketing teams. The role integrates marketing and business development efforts to increase visibility, engagement, and growth across divisions. Candidates not based at the Holmdel, New Jersey headquarters must travel to the office as needed.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, or Business.
At least 15 years of senior marketing leadership experience in complex, multi-division organizations.
Proven success developing and executing integrated marketing strategies that drive measurable business growth.
Deep understanding of brand strategy, client engagement, and data-driven marketing, ideally within professional services or related industries.
Strong business acumen and expertise in financial management, performance metrics, and ROI analysis.
Exceptional leadership, communication, and change management skills, with the ability to inspire and align diverse teams.
Ability to balance strategic vision with disciplined execution across functions and markets.
Ability to read, write, and understand English to comprehend job-related written communications and verbal instructions and interactions.

Nice To Haves

MBA or another advanced degree.
Experience in growth or transformation environments.
Experience in the AEC industry, preferably in engineering and/or architecture organizations.
Experience in a large, complex firm with 1,000 or more employees, a multi-office national footprint, and multiple service lines, divisions, or market sectors.
Experience supporting or operating within a high-growth organization, including mergers and acquisitions, integration efforts, or rapid scaling initiatives.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute a firmwide marketing strategy aligned with CED’s mission and vision.
Advise and partner with the CEO and executive team, ensuring marketing informs business planning, growth, and integration.
Design and implement scalable systems, processes, and playbooks to promote consistency and efficiency across divisions.
Align marketing priorities and investments with high-value opportunities and measurable return on investment.
Incorporate CED’s purpose and values into marketing activities to reinforce a trusted, unified brand.
Build and sustain a high-performing marketing organization with clear roles, accountability, and capabilities aligned to business goals.
Lead with integrity and agility, positioning marketing as a strategic partner in firmwide growth.
Develop leadership depth and succession pipelines through mentorship and professional growth opportunities.
Foster curiosity, collaboration, accountability, and innovation within the marketing organization.
Lead the evolution of the CED brand to ensure consistency, relevance, and differentiation across markets.
Develop and champion a brand narrative that highlights technical excellence, innovation, and community impact.
Maintain the quality and consistency of brand assets, messaging, and storytelling across channels.
Connect CED’s work to its broader purpose through storytelling, thought leadership, and client engagement.
Encourage innovation and new ideas, tools, and approaches that improve performance.
Monitor marketing, communications, and client engagement trends to maintain CED’s competitive position.
Champion marketing technologies, automation, and analytics to improve scalability and data-driven decision-making.
Use research, benchmarking, and client insights to anticipate opportunities and inform strategy.
Define and track KPIs to measure marketing effectiveness and impact.
Use analytics and insights to optimize strategies, resources, and client engagement outcomes.
Promote budget discipline and ROI accountability for marketing investments.
Encourage transparency and continuous improvement across marketing operations.
Connect marketing across the firm and ensure it contributes to enterprise strategy and growth.
Build partnerships with executive, divisional, and functional leaders to align goals and deliver unified strategies.
Strengthen collaboration among marketing, business development, and operations to improve client experience and market reach.
Support integration, change, and growth initiatives through clear communication and strategic alignment.

Benefits

Company-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage.
Paid pregnancy disability leave.
Short- and long-term disability insurance.
Life insurance.
Company-matched 401(k)/Roth.
Paid time off, including parental and military leave.
Employee referral and professional license bonuses.
Straight-time compensation for exempt employees’ billable hours exceeding 40 in a work week.
Education reimbursement.
Access to hundreds of in-house educational and self-enrichment courses.
Mentorship program.
Wellness program.
Women’s Organization.
Philanthropic opportunities.
Safe and comfortable work environment.
Potential for career advancement and opportunities to impact society through projects and company-sponsored activities.