Marketing Specialist - AEC Industry

DescriptionGAI seeks a skilled, highly motivated, results-driven Marketing Specialist to join our dynamic Transportation & Infrastructure team. This challenging and rewarding position will include coordinating the pursuit process and preparation of winning proposals, LOIs, qualifications, and presentations; producing marketing collateral; and supporting business-development goals in collaboration with GAI's business sector leaders and marketing, technical, and administrative staff. Our ideal candidate is passionate about the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) Industry pursuit success, process improvement, and committed to proposal excellence. If you also have excellent organizational and communication skills, perform well under deadlines, are a detail-oriented team player, and, most importantly, have a positive, client-first attitude, we want to hear from you!Join GAI and make your mark as part of a growing infrastructure firm where exceptional professionals can work, learn, lead, and achieve. Essential Duties and Responsibilities:Participate in kick-off meetings, proposal task scheduling, review, production, and delivery activitiesFollow through with assigned proposal tasks to meet critical deadlinesCoordinate with internal and external points of contact to gather requested information and materialsTrack proposal efforts and ensure scheduled milestones are metAssist in writing marketing and technical contentProofread to ensure continuity and compliance with legal, technical, and marketing specificationsSupport presentation efforts including presentation development, rehearsals, materials, and logisticsMaintain and populate detailed data in GAI's Deltek Vantagepoint databaseProvides assistance of marketing activities to support pursuit, client, and business plan objectives and contributes to the implementation of these activities including but not limited to conferences, events, sponsorships, design award submittals, speaker proposal/presentations, brochures, service briefs, project profiles, etc.Assist in carrying out other programs and projects as identifiedQualifications:5+ years of related experience as a proposal specialist/coordinator, prior AEC industry experience preferredAssociate or bachelor's degree with a focus in business, marketing, or related areaCompetencyProficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPointProficiency with Adobe Creative SuiteDeltek Vantagepoint (or similar database programs) experience is a plusCompetent proofreading and editing skillsExcellent communication and organizational skillsAble to document and process information quickly and accurately, with strong attention to detailFlexible and able to balance priorities and manage multiple tasks simultaneously within tight schedulesAble to work both independently and as part of a teamAble to work flexible hours, including nights and weekends, on a limited basis, to meet proposal deadlinesAble to travel to surrounding states (several times throughout the year)Must have a vehicle for local travel (required)**Proposal writing and layout samples are strongly encouraged - please include a URL on your resume or include PDF samples with your resume.Why GAI?At GAI, exceptional people have an exceptional place to work, grow, lead, and achieve. Explore an array of opportunities in locations across the U.S. and join accomplished colleagues in tackling challenging projects for a range of markets. Enjoy comprehensive benefits and feel good about being part of a collaborative team that's committed to supporting the communities we serve. Join GAI and distinguish yourself in a company poised for unlimited growth. Benefits To Working at GAI Include:Competitive salary -GAI is committed to paying market-based salariesComprehensive benefits package including medical, vision, dental, company paid Long Term Disability, and Short-Term Disability (benefits start within 30 days of hire) New paid Maternity/Paternity/Adoption program Generous Paid Time Off and 7 paid holidays401k company matchTuition Reimbursement QualificationsEducationBachelors of Marketing (required)Experience5 years: Related experience as a proposal specialist/coordinator. (required)Licenses & CertificationsDriver's License (required)Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.