Senior Business Development / Proposal Specialist
Job Title: Senior Business Development / Proposal Specialist
Location: Dallas, Austin, or Houston, Texas
Position Overview
A well-established firm in the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) industry is seeking a Senior Business Development / Proposal Specialist to join its dynamic team in Dallas, Austin, or Houston. This role offers the opportunity to lead strategic marketing initiatives, manage high-profile pursuits, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across the organization.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the development of qualifications packages, proposals, and interview presentations for major pursuits, particularly in civil transportation, aviation, and municipal sectors.
- Manage the full RFQ/RFP lifecycle, including tracking opportunities, coordinating strategy sessions, and ensuring timely, compliant submissions.
- Collaborate with technical staff, subconsultants, and leadership to gather content, refine messaging, and incorporate feedback.
- Oversee the creation and maintenance of marketing collateral, including resumes, project descriptions, and firm qualifications.
- Develop and design compelling visual content using Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop).
- Support business development efforts through the preparation of presentations, leave-behind materials, and coaching of interview teams.
- Contribute to digital marketing efforts, including social media content, newsletters, and event promotions.
- Represent the firm at industry events and client meetings as needed.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Journalism, Business, English, or a related field.
- Minimum of 5 years of marketing experience in the AEC industry, with a strong preference for experience in Texas markets and TxDOT pursuits.
- Proven ability to manage multiple deadlines and lead pursuit efforts independently.
- Strong understanding of the RFQ/RFP process and familiarity with public agency requirements (e.g., TxDOT, municipal, aviation, transit).
- Exceptional writing, editing, and communication skills.
- Advanced proficiency in Adobe InDesign and Microsoft Office Suite; experience with WordPress is a plus.
- Highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of working collaboratively with diverse teams.
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