Marketing Coordinator/Proposal Writer

We are a Vancouver-based architectural workshop focused on designing expressive, contemporary interventions which contribute to our communities in thoughtful and meaningful ways. As a firm, we strive to foster a culture of innovation and growth. Our practice’s diverse team works across a variety of sectors including residential, commercial, institutional, industrial, and mixed-use development. We are seeking a creative, hyper organized, and motivated marketing professional with experience in proposal writing and brand development to implement an assertive, data informed, and results-based series of initiatives to grow our workshop brand.

What you will do:

Coordinate and produce deliverables, including RFPs, RFQs, EOIs, roster applications, qualifications packages, etc.
Write and edit proposal content including executive summaries, project descriptions, qualification summaries, project methodology and resumes and other content required.
Coordinate and manage large pursuit teams of sub-consultants and ensure their submissions meet RFP requirements.
Search bid sites to identify, summarize and present opportunities to the principal for consideration.
Participate in interview planning and presentation rehearsal with design teams and help develop strategies, themes, and presentation materials.
Conduct research and compile information regarding existing and prospective clients, competitor activity, and industry or market trends to aid in the development of marketing plans, proposals, and presentations.
Develop and maintain a network of industry contacts, i.e., consultants, contractors, colleagues, clients, etc.
Attend community and industry events and conferences to cultivate leads and gather intelligence through networking.
Liaise with Architectural publications and manage publications in print and digital journals (Dezeen, Architectural Record, Domus, Detail, Dwell, ArchDaily, Arquine, etc.)
Contribute to other activities within the Business Development team as required, including marketing activities.
What you bring to this role:

Knowledge of the local architecture market.
Bachelor’s degree in marketing/communications or design-related field.
3-5 years of experience in relevant copywriting/marketing/communications within the Architecture/Construction industry is required.
Strong interest and knowledge of the architectural design culture and a willingness to immerse yourself in the building industry.
Demonstrated superior written and oral communication skills, with strong editing and proofreading skills.
Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite is required with strong graphic design sensibilities.
Proficiency with InDesign.
Personable and willing to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Strong organizational skills and an ability to prioritize and complete simultaneous projects with minimal supervision.
A thorough understanding of effective document and presentation production and an in-depth understanding of proposal and presentation psychology.
Legally entitled to work in Canada and currently living within commute distance to Vancouver, BC, V6J 1K7
If you have a passion for writing, attention to detail, and enjoy working in a collaborative environment, we would love to hear from you! As a Proposal Writer, you will have the opportunity to contribute to the success of our organization by creating compelling proposals that win new business. Join our team and be part of our growth!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $55,000.00-$60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company events
Extended health care
Paid time off
Flexible language requirement:

French not required
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:

Vancouver, BC: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Education:

Bachelor's Degree (required)
Experience:

Marketing: 3 years (required)
Work Location: In person