Manager, Innovation Marketing

Suffolk Construction•Boston, MA

18h•Onsite

About The Position

The Manager, Innovation Marketing is a dynamic marketing professional who serves as the primary marketing partner for Suffolk’s internal innovation clients and leads initiatives that bring Suffolk’s technology and AI-driven capabilities to life externally. This role sits at the forefront of Suffolk’s evolution as a tech-forward construction company, translating complex operational and innovation stories into compelling marketing strategies and campaigns. Reporting to the Director, Vertical and Innovation Marketing, this individual will manage day-to-day marketing execution for innovation-focused programs, build strong internal client relationships, and help define how Suffolk communicates its leadership in construction technology, AI, and operational excellence to the market. This role is ideal for a curious, tech-savvy marketer who thrives in a fast-moving environment, can bridge the gap between highly technical concepts and compelling storytelling, and is eager to shape how a major industry player communicates its innovation agenda.

Requirements

5 + years of B2B marketing experience, with demonstrated expertise in technology, innovation, or corporate marketing
A genuine curiosity about technology and AI – you don't need to be an engineer, but you must be able to learn quickly, ask smart questions, and translate technical concepts into compelling narratives
Strong internal client management skills – you are organized, proactive, and able to navigate relationships with senior stakeholders with confidence and credibility
Proven experience developing integrated marketing campaigns across multiple channels, from content and social to PR, events, and digital
Excellent written and verbal communications skills
Strong project management capabilities – you can juggle multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and manage cross-functional workflows
Familiarity with marketing technology tools including CRM, marketing automation, analytics platforms, and content management systems
A collaborative, solutions-oriented mindset – you are a team player who takes initiative and brings a positive, constructive energy to challenging problems
Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, or a related field

Responsibilities

Serve as the dedicated marketing partner for the Operational Excellence and AI teams and other internal innovation stakeholders, developing deep understanding of their goals, priorities, and initiatives
Translate complex operational, technology, and AI-related programs into clear marketing strategies with defined objectives, audiences, and success metrics
Build and maintain strong working relationships with internal clients, acting as a trusted advisor who proactively identifies marketing opportunities and solves communications challenges
Manage a regular cadence of stakeholder check-ins, briefings, and reporting to ensure alignment and visibility across active marketing initiatives
Collaborate closely with subject matter experts, project teams, and senior leaders to surface stories that demonstrate real-world impact of Suffolk's innovation work
Develop and execute integrated marketing campaigns that showcase Suffolk's capabilities in construction technology, artificial intelligence, data analytics, and process innovation
Own the positioning and messaging framework for Suffolk's innovation narrative — ensuring it is differentiated, credible, and resonant with both internal and external audiences
Partner with the Director to align innovation marketing strategy with the enterprise brand, vertical priorities, and business development objectives
Monitor the competitive landscape and emerging tech trends to keep Suffolk's innovation story timely, relevant, and forward-looking
Identify and develop content that demonstrates thought leadership – including case studies, white papers, executive bylines, event presentations, and video storytelling
Lead the end-to-end execution of innovation marketing campaigns across digital, social, events, and internal communications channels
Develop compelling content that translates technical concepts – including AI applications, digital tools, and operational workflows – into accessible, engaging narratives for diverse audiences
Contribute to and amplify Suffolk's thought leadership platforms by identifying the right spokespersons, stories, and forums to showcase innovation leadership
Support the development of event marketing strategy for innovation-related conferences, panels, demos, and internal showcases
Work closely with Corporate Marketing teammates – including brand, digital, PR, and regional marketing – to ensure seamless integration of innovation content across all channels
Coordinate with business development teams to align innovation marketing programs with pipeline priorities and pursuit opportunities
Partner with Suffolk Technologies, Suffolk Design, and other innovation-adjacent verticals to identify storytelling synergies and amplify the broader innovation narrative
Represent the Corporate Marketing team in cross-functional project meetings, innovation working groups, and internal stakeholder forums
Define and track KPIs for innovation marketing programs, providing regular reporting on campaign performance, content engagement, and stakeholder satisfaction
Use data and feedback to continuously refine messaging, content formats, and channel strategy
Report results and insights to the Director, Vertical and Innovation Marketing, with clear recommendations for optimization
Manage project budgets for assigned programs, tracking spend and ensuring efficient use of marketing resources