Regional Marketing Manager

FGM Architects•Reston, VA

4h•$90,000 - $115,000•Hybrid

About The Position

FGMA is seeking an experienced AEC marketing professional to lead proposal and pursuit efforts for our Mid-Atlantic region. This position partners closely with regional leaders, business development professionals, technical teams, and firmwide marketing staff to develop compelling pursuit strategies and high-quality proposals, presentations, and qualifications packages. The Regional Marketing Manager also leads and develops the Marketing Coordinators supporting the region and helps improve marketing processes, tools, and performance. This is an opportunity for an experienced AEC marketer to have a meaningful voice in regional strategy while helping FGMA continue to grow its presence in the Mid-Atlantic. This position is based in our Reston office. Employees work together in the office Tuesday through Thursday and have the flexibility to work remotely Monday and Friday. FGMA also offers Flexible Fridays, with a 36-hour schedule Monday through Thursday and a half-day on Friday. FGM Architects (FGMA) is an employee-owned architecture and interior design firm with a longstanding emphasis on service. Established in 1945, our work is guided by the goals of our clients, the context of each site, the environment that sustains it, and the communities it serves. We partner with clients across PK–12 Education, Higher Education, Municipal, Public Safety, Recreation, Federal, Faith-based, and Corporate sectors. Our teams work from offices in Illinois, Missouri, Wisconsin, Texas, and Virginia, collaborating across locations to deliver thoughtful, community-centered design solutions. Building communities is at the heart of what we do—and that includes our internal community. Joining FGMA is more than taking a job; it’s becoming part of a collaborative, supportive environment where we learn, grow, and succeed together. We teach, inspire, and serve one another every day. The Regional Marketing Manager (RMM) leads revenue-generating marketing efforts within an assigned region and serves as a key liaison between marketing, business development and practice teams. This position plays a critical role in supporting pursuit strategies, optimizing workflows and driving continuous improvement in regional marketing performance. The ideal candidate is an excellent communicator, highly organized and collaborative with the ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment. The primary focus of this position is leading the region’s proposal and pursuit efforts, while also managing and developing regional marketing staff and helping improve coordination among marketing, business development, and practice leadership. The RMM directly manages Marketing Coordinators assigned to the region and collaborates closely with technical staff and the broader marketing team to ensure marketing materials are compelling, strategically positioned, and aligned with FGMA’s brand standards.

Requirements

At least six years of marketing experience, including significant experience supporting proposals and pursuits within the architecture, engineering, construction, or related professional services industry
Experience leading complex pursuits and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams
Exceptional project management, organizational, written communication, and editing skills
Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and CRM systems, preferably Deltek Vision/Vantagepoint
Demonstrated ability to lead, mentor, and develop team members

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

Responsibilities

Partner with practice teams, business development, and firm leadership to align regional marketing strategies with business goals.
Lead and oversee the development of proposals, qualifications packages, presentations, and other pursuit-related materials.
Manage and mentor Marketing Coordinators, fostering collaboration, professional growth, and high-quality deliverables.
Collaborate with technical staff and subject matter experts to develop compelling, strategically positioned marketing content.
Maintain and enhance regional marketing materials, ensuring consistency with FGMA’s brand standards and messaging.
Support client development efforts through market research, pursuit strategy, and opportunity tracking.
Plan and coordinate regional conferences, industry events, and client engagement activities.
Oversee the accuracy and integrity of marketing data within Deltek Vision/Vantagepoint and support reporting needs.
Analyze pursuit and marketing performance metrics to identify trends, opportunities, and areas for improvement.
Champion continuous improvement of marketing processes, tools, and workflows within the region.

Benefits

Hybrid work schedule with the flexibility to work from home on Mondays and Fridays
Flexible Fridays, with a 36-hour workweek Monday through Thursday and a half-day on Friday
Eligibility for bonus programs tied to individual, team, or organizational goals
Generous paid time off, including bereavement leave
Eight weeks of paid parental leave for all parents
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
Employer-provided basic life and AD&D insurance
Short- and long-term disability coverage
401(k) retirement plan with opportunity for employer contributions
Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP), with eligibility after six months of employment
Ongoing learning and professional development opportunities
A supportive, collaborative work environment that values community and growth