Marketing Pursuits Coordinator

SMRT • Portland, ME

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About The Position

SMRT is a multi-disciplinary, full-service architecture and engineering firm specializing in high-performing, complex, and sustainable environments. We are a collaborative team united by a shared vision, seeking innovative professionals ready to design for what's next. We solve complex problems with smart, inventive solutions. Collaboration drives our success, allowing us to create exceptional spaces and tackle challenges head-on. We're committed to partnership with clients and colleagues. If you're curious, creative, and committed to marketing excellence, you’ll fit right in. Join SMRT's marketing team and collaborate with experts across marketing, business development, and architecture and engineering to craft high-quality marketing materials, digital campaigns, and pursuit strategies, directly impacting our business development and promotional influence.

Requirements

• Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills
• Self-confident with excellent verbal and interpersonal communication skills
• Critical thinker and problem solver
• Able to thrive under pressure and meet strict project deadlines
• Capable of multi-tasking and managing a variety of materials at various stages of development.
• Able to work well with various types of personalities and work styles.
• Able to work under pressure and continuously meet project deadlines.
• Able to work independently, take ownership and initiative, and demonstrate a spirit of helpfulness
• Self-starter and team player
• Advanced knowledge in Microsoft 365 Suite, including PowerPoint
• Familiar with Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop) and Wordpress
• Bachelor’s degree in marketing, business, communications, or related field
• Minimum 2-4 years of professional marketing experience, preferably in the Architecture/Engineering/Construction industry.
• Ability to travel to all offices and events as required.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with CRM, DAM, and other data management software such as Deltek and OpenAsset preferred
• Active membership in SMPS, preferred.

Responsibilities

• Write and edit a variety of marketing materials, including project descriptions, employee resumes, case studies, award submissions, social media posts, and other content, ensuring adherence to AP Stylebook and SMRT style guidelines.
• Develop proposals, qualifications, and presentations, ensuring they align with AP Stylebook and SMRT style guidelines.
• Serve as the resident DAM power-user and a key resource for portfolio and resume inquiries, as well as data entry and extraction.
• Attend project milestone events, conferences, local media events, civic and professional group meetings, industry trade associations, and community activities to represent SMRT.
• Support the marketing managers in planning, scheduling, and coordinating the proposal preparation process, working closely with market sector leaders (MSLs) and principals.
• Collaborate with marketing managers to maintain and update standard templates for department-wide use.
• Coordinate client presentation kick-off meetings and create supporting documents for presentation rehearsals, including PowerPoint slides and printed materials.
• Lead the development and delivery of materials for competitive pursuit activities throughout all stages of the sales lifecycle and coordinate follow-up activities.
• Support campaign efforts and assist in managing and updating web content.
• Help train and mentor entry-level marketing staff.

Benefits

• Flexible work environment
• Paid time off (vacation, sick, holiday, and community service)
• Healthcare, dental and life insurance benefits
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with automatic company contribution and quick plan entry
• Education and training assistance
• Reimbursement for licensure or certification

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level