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AECOM is seeking a highly talented Marketing Proposal Specialist III to join our West Specialist Team and work in collaboration with the West Region business development and operations team on pursuits, including partnering in the preparation of formal and informal client solicitations, including expressions of interest (EOI), requests for qualifications (RFQ), requests for proposals (RFP), and pre-qualification efforts.

This will be a hybrid position including a combination of both remote and in-office, that can be based in, but not limited to: Dallas, TX; Austin, TX; Denver, CO; Chicago, IL; Detroit, MI; Los Angeles, CA; and San Francisco, CA.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

• Leads medium to large proposals and presentations, and supports from capture through to interview stage, with support as required.

• Supports capture managers in development of the win strategy during capture through interview preparation.

• Creates annotated outlines and content plan and provides recommendations to technical teams on section structures.

• May serve as lead writer and editor for tailored resumes, past performance sections, executive summaries, and/or management approaches for proposals.

• Facilitates color reviews (Pink and Red team), quality reviews, and applies lessons learned to add value to proposals.

• Manages the implementation of proposal and presentation revisions based on direction from review teams.

• Participates by providing recommendations in go/no-go and greenlight analyses in compliance with delegation of authority guidelines, capture planning and positioning activities as they pertain to preparation for the proposal.

• Completes internal debriefs for proposals they lead, leverages past pursuit debrief information. Supports team during win/loss debriefs and gathering of client feedback on proposals to ensure and demonstrate continuous improvement.

• May support marketing or pursuits strategy and content development related to clients/markets, marketing communications, campaigns, account managers (CAMs) and business lines, as necessary.

• Coaches entry level proposal team members

• Performs a self-check of work prior to submitting to others for review/approval

Minimum Requirements

• BA/BS + 4 years of experience collaborating within a marketing team to lead and/or support proposal activity or a demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.

• A developed understanding of effective proposal and presentation writing and production.

Preferred Qualifications

• BA/BS in Journalism, English, Communications, Marketing or a related field

• Working knowledge of and interest in the A/E industry, including AECOM’s projects, people, credentials, and competitors is highly preferred

• A detailed knowledge of marketing best practices and procedures, work processes, and tools.

• A strong working knowledge of InDesign as well as Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Adobe Acrobat.

• A working knowledge of collaborative tools such as Microsoft Teams, SharePoint, etc.

• An understanding of CRM Salesforce experience is a plus.

• Initiative, skill, and personal commitment to manage multiple projects and details concurrently, follow up, and bring tasks and projects to full completion.

• Ability to produce accurate, compliant, and compelling work independently and with others.

• Experience demonstrating leadership qualities.

• Ability to produce accurate, compliant, and compelling work independently and with others.

• Excellent writing skills, with an aptitude and attention to detail.

• Proven organizational and administrative skills, including the ability to complete varied work tasks on schedule, and lead deliverable efforts by others; and the proven ability to manage documents.

• This position does not include sponsorship for United States work authorization now or in the future

• Relocation assistance and/or per diem is not offered for this position

About AECOM 

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan. 

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2024. Learn more at aecom.com. 

What makes AECOM a great place to work 

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community—where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity. 

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