Senior Pursuit/Marketing Coordinator

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson•Charlotte, NC

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson (JMT) is a dynamic, 100% employee-owned consulting firm with over 2,800 professionals providing a full range of multidisciplinary engineering, architecture, information technology, and related services to public agencies and private clients throughout the United States. JMT is ranked #45 on Engineering News-Record’s list of the Top 500 Design Firms and its staff is recognized as being among the best in the industry. The firm's mission is to turn visions into realities for the betterment of its clients, communities, environment, and employee owners. JMT offers a variety of competitive benefit programs, including an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) provided at no cost to the employee. The Senior Pursuit Coordinator is responsible for leading and supporting pursuit efforts, including complex, high-value pursuits, and driving proposal strategy for the assigned region. This role manages the full lifecycle of multi-disciplinary proposals, from kickoff through submission, while ensuring compliance, quality, and on-time delivery. The Senior Pursuit Coordinator shapes pursuit messaging, positioning, and win strategy, mentors staff, and collaborates with leadership to deliver high-quality, competitive submissions. The ideal candidate is highly organized, with experience in A/E/C proposal development, and can manage multiple pursuits in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. This position reports to the regional Marketing Manager. The role is hybrid, requiring a minimum of 3 days per week in the office. A portfolio showcasing writing skills and InDesign layout experience is required.

Requirements

Advanced expertise in Adobe InDesign, with strong visual storytelling and layout capabilities
Demonstrated ability to manage large, high-pressure pursuits
Strong strategic thinking and ability to develop compelling pursuit narratives
Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
Ability to influence teams, manage stakeholders, and drive deadlines
Strong organizational, time management, and attention to detail
Proactive, confident, and solution-oriented with a collaborative mindset
Experience in A/E/C proposal development
Ability to manage multiple pursuits in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment

Responsibilities

Lead and manage pursuits, including large, complex, high-profile, and strategic opportunities (e.g., major infrastructure, alternative delivery, and pursuits exceeding $100M)
Direct all phases of the pursuit lifecycle, from strategy development and kickoff through final submission and closeout
Develop and implement pursuit strategies, win themes, and messaging frameworks
Facilitate pursuit planning meetings, including capture, kickoff, and reviews (Pink/Red/Gold Team)
Collaborate with technical leadership to shape technical approaches and differentiate submissions
Oversee proposal development, ensuring compliance, quality, and strategic alignment
Lead proposal production efforts, including layout, graphics, and final delivery
Manage multiple concurrent pursuits with competing priorities and aggressive deadlines
Assist with presentation preparation, presentation materials, etc.
Provide guidance, mentorship, and training to junior marketing and pursuit staff
Contribute to continuous improvement of proposal processes, tools, and best practices
Support business development efforts, including market research and positioning strategies
Represent JMT at local, regional, and national conferences to promote initiatives, share knowledge, and network with industry professionals.