Marketing & Proposal Operations Manager

Pasadena, CA (On-site)

$120K/yr – $140K/yrSenior Level15+ years expOther

Posted 4 months ago

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Job Summary

Drive strategic marketing leadership for a senior-level role focused on proposals, branding, and internal comms at Citadel CPM.

  • Lead the marketing and proposal function to support expansion goals.
  • Must-have: 15+ years experience, incl. five years leading AEC proposals.
  • Standout: Track record winning RFQ/RFP responses for public agencies.

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Be a vital member of the company’s leadership team and will provide direct support and guidance to many levels of management and administration throughout the company.
  • Will have an exceptional opportunity to thrive in a company that really values its employees and clients.
  • Reporting directly to the President/CEO and will be strategically positioned to guide the company with its expansion goals and set forth the best practices possible regarding proposal initiatives and successful client matches.
  • Support business development functions like preparations for marketing and proposal presentations, industry events, and networking opportunities.
  • Lead the production of marketing materials that incorporate the company’s brand, services, and values.
  • Lead the effort to generate the Citadel CPM Newsletter. This effort requires a combination of project management, original content creation, design, and publishing skills and abilities.
  • Evaluate the Marketing Department’s ongoing needs regarding staffing, technology, automation, file maintenance, employment data, materials and equipment needed, office space and configuration, and other vital functions within the Department.

Requirements

  • 15 years’ professional experience, including at least five years as the lead manager of proposal creation and delivery in the AEC Industry with a preference for the construction management field.
  • High level of motivation to succeed in a highly competitive market by identifying growth opportunities for Citadel CPM and matching those opportunities with exceptionally prepared and marketed proposals.
  • Demonstrated experience in creating winning proposals in response to Requests for Qualifications and Proposals issued by Public Agencies (City, County, State and Federal level).
  • Critical thinking coupled with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Meticulous attention to meeting project deadlines and adhering to budget limitations is essential.
  • Effective collaboration skills to work harmoniously with project pursuit teams.
  • A passion to lead and mentor proposal managers and coordinators to assure the continuous growth and development of the marketing team.
  • Ability to oversee sensitive information and maintain discretion.
  • Software proficiencies : Adobe Creative Cloud (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, & Acrobat Pro), Canva, Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Power Point), Microsoft SharePoint, Deltek Vantagepoint, Website Builder: WordPress/Wix/SquareSpace/Etc.

Preferred

  • A track record collaborating with leadership to boost sales and broaden the range of services offered to clients.
  • Experience developing and executing marketing strategies and campaigns that have driven growth and expanded market share

Benefits

  • Medical Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • 401K
  • Life and Long-Term Disability Insurances
  • Paid Time Off (PTO) for personal time, sick days, and holidays