Proposal Marketing Associate, Remote, West Coast (Land Development & Public Works)
Who We AreAtwell, LLC is a bold leader in the consulting, engineering, and construction services industry, delivering a broad range of creative solutions to clients in the real estate & land development, and energy markets. We have a strong national presence and a diverse, award-winning project portfolio. Atwell is a privately owned company, with 2,000+ passionate team members across 70+ locations and growing!Atwell, LLC is a proud recipient of the following 2025 awards:Ten consecutive years in a row as a “Best Place to Work” by Zweig Group (#11)Recognized as #70 in the ENR Top 500 Design Firms, ranked in every regionRecognized in Crain's “Fast 50” as one of the fastest-growing companies (#14)Recognized as the 2025 ENR Design Firm of the year for the Southeastern US Job DescriptionAtwell is seeking a remote Proposal Marketing Associate to support our Land Development and Public Works practice on the west coast, including municipal infrastructure, transportation, water/wastewater, and community development projects.In this role, you will lead proposal strategy and execution for high-priority, complex pursuits and serve as a strategic partner to business line leadership. This position is well suited for a senior AEC marketing professional who understands public sector procurement and land development markets and is comfortable owning capture strategy from early positioning through final delivery.You will work directly with Land Development and Public Works leaders, project managers, and business development teams to position Atwell competitively with municipalities, counties, DOTs, and public agencies.Lead end-to-end development of strategic proposals, SOQs, and presentations for Land Development and Public Works pursuitsDrive capture planning efforts for complex pursuits, including competitive analysis, positioning, win themes, and value propositionsFacilitate go/no-go discussions, pursuit strategy meetings, kick-offs, and executive-level proposal reviewsPartner with Land Development and Public Works leadership to align proposals with growth strategies and target marketsAdvise business development and operations teams on messaging specific to municipalities, public agencies, developers, and infrastructure clientsDevelop and refine technical proposal narratives related to site development, civil engineering, transportation, water/wastewater, and public infrastructure projectsEnsure brand consistency, compliance, and quality across all client-facing materialsMentor and guide Proposal Marketing Associates, elevating proposal standards and best practicesOversee and maintain Land Development and Public Works content libraries, resumes, and project dataSupport interview preparation and presentation strategy for shortlisted pursuitsMonitor public sector and land development market trends to inform pursuit positioningContribute to industry conferences, sponsorships, award submissions, and marketing initiativesQualificationsBachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Journalism, Graphic Design, Business, or related field5+ years of AEC marketing experience with significant focus in Land Development, Public Works, municipal infrastructure, or civil engineeringProven experience leading complex SOQs, RFQs, and RFP responses for public agencies, municipalities, or land development clientsExperience supporting pursuits ranging from mid-sized contracts to large, multi-million-dollar infrastructure programsStrong understanding of public procurement processes, capture strategy, and competitive positioningAdvanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud (InDesign required; Illustrator and Photoshop preferred)Strong Microsoft Office skills (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)Excellent writing, editing, and strategic storytelling skillsAbility to manage multiple concurrent high-level pursuits with autonomyExperience partnering directly with senior leadership and business line directorsAEC industry experience required; Land Development/Public Works experience strongly preferredDisclaimer While AI tools may support your application process, this role is built on human talent. Your judgment, experience, and character matter most, so we encourage you to showcase what makes you uniquely you.Atwell does not accept unsolicited resumes from any 3rd party agencies. No fee will be paid to 3rd parties who submit unsolicited resumes to any Atwell employee. Resumes from approved vendors must be specifically requested by Atwell and approved by the Atwell Talent Acquisition Team. Pay Range : $1 USD - $1 USD Atwell Benefits: To attract and retain the best professionals in the industry, we aim to provide an excellent working environment and a progressive benefits program designed to support your personal and professional needs.Work/Life:Generous Paid Time OffPaid Parental LeaveFlexible work schedules are available for some positionsTenure Awards — Travel Vouchers to see the world based on your travel preferencesCompensation:Competitive Compensation packages Annual bonuses, spot bonuses and peer recognition awards401K match - 1:1 up to 4% of compensation Tuition AssistanceStudent Loan Repayment Paid Licensing / Certification Fees and RenewalsFinancial Rewards for Obtaining LicensureEmployee Referrals Annual Wellness Reimbursement for anything wellness related (Gym memberships, fitness tracker, home gym equipment, etc.)Dependent Care Match‘Atwell’ness:Medical (BC/BS), Dental (Delta), and Vision (VSP)Family Planning & IVF BenefitsPet InsuranceHealth Savings Account & Flex Spending Account optionsEmployer paid LTD, STD, and life insuranceMetlife Supplemental Benefits covering accident, hospitalization, and critical illnessMember Assistance Program (MAP) with complimentary counseling sessions, legal benefits, financial consultations, and work/life referral services