Marketing Proposal Specialist I

AVCON, INC.

Orlando, FL
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Overview The Marketing Specialist I will serve as a key member of the Marketing Team responsible for the preparation of proposals, presentations, and other marketing materials for each of the firm’s sectors of work (Aviation, Transportation, Development, Facilities). This individual will work with each of the firm’s offices throughout each of the firm’s geographic regions and will be expected to manage a variety of proposals and presentations throughout the entire life cycle of the proposal process. This position will be based in AVCON's Orlando, Florida office. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS(may include but are not limited to): + Respond to Private and Federal, State, and Local/Municipal Government proposal requirements for a wide range of consulting engineering services. + Assemble and prepare proposals and presentations for selected projects and contracts. + Collaborate and work closely with Principals, Project Managers, Graphic Designers, and Senior Marketing Staff on proposals, presentations, and other marketing materials. + Promote AVCON’s brand and mission through compelling content, storytelling, designated themes, and custom messaging. Finish (https://avconinc.icims.com/icims2/servlet/icims2?module=AppProfileEdit&action=switchEditTab&hashed=894035474&type=next#!) + Utilize and maintain/update Client Relationship Management (CRM) database. + Manage and maintain/update company marketing materials. + Participate in various community functions, pre-proposal meetings, trade shows, and special events as needed. + Provide support for special projects / marketing campaigns as needed and participate in marketing-related task forces and committees (internal and external) as available. + Provide public relations, special events management, and advertising to maintain firm brand awareness. + Nights and weekends are generally not required but may occasionally be necessary with little or no advanced notice. ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS + Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business Administration, Journalism, Communication, English or related field, preferred. + 0-4+ years of experience with writing/content creation; A/E/C industry experience is a plus. + Proficiency with MS Office, Adobe Creative Suite, and other relevant graphic applications. + Previous experience with CRM software (Deltek Vision and/or Vantagepoint, Cosential/Unanet), preferred. + Demonstrated written and oral communication, editing and proofreading skills. + Attention to detail and understanding of the conventions of standard English grammar and usage when writing or speaking. + Experience working independently as well as within cross-functional teams in a collaborative, professional environment. + Strong organization and effective time management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks efficiently and accurately, meeting deadlines and working in a fast-paced environment. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, ABILITY, AND SKILLS + Ability to produce accurate, compliant, and compelling work (independently or with others). + Ability to work on multiple assignments/deadlines while maintaining a high level of precision. + Ability to contribute creative/strategic insight while participating in brainstorming and strategy development. + Ability to utilize a theme-based approach when developing proposals, presentations, and other marketing materials. + Ability to maintain good working relations with AVCON employees at all organizational levels. LICENSURE/CERTIFICATIONS + Valid drivers’ license and maintenance of satisfactory driving record. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES There are no supervisory responsibilities associated with this position. ENVIRONMENT Work usually takes place in a clean, pleasant, and comfortable office setting. Site visits may occasionally take place in an outdoor environment. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to sit for long periods of time. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to ten (10) pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus. TOOL/PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS Not applicable. DISCLAIMER This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required for this job. Management reserves the right to make adjustments and/or assign or reassign any portion of this job description at any time with or without notice. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AVCON, INC. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, AVCON complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment at every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. AVCON expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of AVCON’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge. Please CLICK HERE (https://avconinc.com/careers/) and scroll down to our Benefits section to learn more about the potential Benefits you may be eligible to receive with this position. Founded in 1988, AVCON, INC. (AVCON)serves the aviation, facilities, transportation, and development industries and employs over 120 professionals with expertise in all aspects of aviation planning and design; civil, structural, electrical, mechanical, and plumbing engineering; fire protection design; utilities coordination and design; traffic planning and highway design; and a full array of design and construction support services. AVCON has built its reputation on delivering innovative and practical engineering solutions to clients, blending economic, sustainable, and technological elements into each project. Whether working on a building facility, roadway, or airfield, AVCON offers high-level technical expertise based on more than three decades of hands-on experience ensuring the job is done right the first time. AVCON prides itself on partnering with clients in Transforming Today’s Ideas into Tomorrow’s Reality. NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES: Please note that AVCON does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, AVCON will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, AVCON explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of AVCON. Job LocationsUS-FL-Orlando ID 1800 # of Openings 1 Category Marketing