Marketing Manager

Employment Type: Full-Time Experience: 5–10 Years Preferred Department: Marketing & Business Development Overview Childers Architect is seeking a motivated, creative, and experienced Marketing Manager to join our growing team in Dallas and lead marketing initiatives across the firm. We are looking for an exceptional communicator, enthusiastic problem-solver, and collaborative leader who thrives in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. The ideal candidate possesses a strong graphic eye, excellent organizational skills, a passion for architecture and design, and the ability to translate complex project information into compelling marketing materials. This individual will play a key role in strengthening the Childers Architect brand, supporting business development efforts, and leading the development of proposals, presentations, and other marketing initiatives that contribute to winning work. The Marketing Manager will work closely with firm leadership, architects, healthcare planners, and business development professionals to communicate the firm's expertise, differentiate Childers in competitive markets, and support our continued growth. This is a hands-on leadership position offering opportunities to shape the firm's marketing processes, mentor team members, and contribute to the strategic direction of the organization. Key Responsibilities Marketing Leadership & Strategy Lead and coordinate marketing initiatives across all Childers Architect offices, ensuring consistent branding, messaging, and quality. Collaborate with firm leadership to develop and implement marketing strategies aligned with the firm's business development goals. Manage marketing priorities, resources, and schedules to support multiple concurrent pursuits and initiatives. Establish and continuously improve marketing standards, workflows, templates, and quality-control processes. Support the development and execution of annual marketing plans, budgets, and firmwide initiatives. Provide leadership, guidance, and mentorship to marketing and proposal coordination staff. Serve as the marketing lead for the coordination, development, production, and scheduling of RFQ/RFP responses, qualifications packages, and interview presentations. Partner with firm leadership and project teams to develop pursuit strategies, identify key differentiators, and communicate compelling project narratives. Lead pursuit kickoff meetings to establish responsibilities, schedules, messaging, and deliverable requirements. Oversee proposal development from initial planning through final production and submission, ensuring accuracy, quality, and compliance with submission requirements. Coordinate with internal team members, outside consultants, and other stakeholders to collect and organize information necessary for successful pursuits. Develop and refine written and visual content that communicates the firm's capabilities, experience, and approach to design. Lead the preparation of interview presentations, including presentation materials, graphics, messaging, and rehearsal coordination. Track pursuit activity, shortlist results, and project awards to support continuous improvement. Branding & Marketing Communications Maintain and strengthen the Childers Architect brand through consistent and effective visual and written communication. Develop compelling project descriptions, process narratives, staff qualifications, and other marketing content that communicates the firm's story. Oversee the development and maintenance of marketing collateral, including brochures, project sheets, presentations, and firm qualifications. Manage and coordinate website updates, social media content, project announcements, and other digital marketing initiatives. Coordinate professional photography, project documentation, award submissions, and publication opportunities. Apply strong graphic design and layout principles to ensure high-quality, visually engaging marketing materials. Ensure all marketing communications reflect the firm's commitment to design excellence, collaboration, and client service. Business Development Support Collaborate with firm leadership and business development professionals to support strategic pursuits, client engagement, and market growth initiatives. Assist in researching prospective clients, market opportunities, and industry trends. Prepare marketing materials for client meetings, conferences, speaking engagements, trade shows, and networking events. Support strategic marketing initiatives focused on the firm's core practice areas, including healthcare, tribal and Native American healthcare, and other institutional markets. Assist in maintaining client and pursuit information within the firm's CRM and marketing databases. Support the development of market-specific qualifications and targeted marketing campaigns. Marketing Operations & Resource Management Maintain and continuously improve the firm's marketing resources, including project descriptions, staff resumes, photography, proposal content, and qualifications. Develop standardized templates and processes to improve efficiency, consistency, and quality. Coordinate marketing assignments and deadlines across multiple offices and project teams. Identify opportunities to leverage technology, automation, and AI-assisted tools to enhance marketing productivity. Monitor marketing performance and provide regular updates to firm leadership regarding activities, priorities, and results. Qualifications Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Graphic Design, Business, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience. 5–10 years of marketing experience within the architecture, engineering, and construction (A/E/C) industry. Demonstrated experience leading and producing RFQ/RFP responses, qualifications packages, and interview presentations. Advanced proficiency in Adobe InDesign and Microsoft PowerPoint. Strong graphic design capabilities, with an excellent eye for visual communication, layout, and presentation quality. Exceptional organizational, time management, and project coordination skills. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to develop compelling narratives and edit technical content. Ability to manage multiple priorities and competing deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships and collaborate effectively with senior leadership, technical staff, and external consultants. Proactive, resourceful, detail-oriented, and self-motivated, with a strong sense of ownership and accountability. A positive, flexible attitude and commitment to teamwork, internal client service, and continuous improvement. Preferred Qualifications Previous marketing experience within an architecture firm. Experience in healthcare, institutional, civic, government, or tribal and Native American project markets. Experience managing or mentoring marketing staff. Familiarity with Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and other graphic design applications. Experience with Deltek Vantagepoint, OpenAsset, or comparable CRM and marketing database platforms. Familiarity with federal qualifications submissions, including SF 330 forms. Experience coordinating marketing campaigns, digital content, conferences, and professional events. Membership in the Society for Marketing Professional Services (SMPS) or Certified Professional Services Marketer (CPSM) designation. What We Value At Childers Architect, we believe successful marketing requires creativity, collaboration, initiative, and a commitment to excellence. We are looking for someone who: Takes Ownership: Demonstrates initiative, accountability, and the ability to independently lead marketing assignments. Thinks Strategically: Understands how marketing contributes to client relationships, competitive positioning, and firm growth. Communicates Effectively: Translates complex architectural and technical information into clear, engaging visual and written content. Collaborates: Builds strong working relationships and supports a team-oriented culture. Delivers Quality: Maintains exceptional attention to detail while meeting demanding deadlines. Embraces Improvement: Continuously seeks opportunities to improve processes, strengthen the brand, and enhance marketing effectiveness. Why Join Childers Architect? At Childers Architect, you will have the opportunity to contribute directly to the growth and success of an established and expanding architectural practice. As Marketing Manager, you will work closely with firm leadership, influence how we communicate our work and expertise, and help strengthen our position in the markets we serve. We offer a collaborative environment that values initiative, professional growth, creative thinking, and meaningful contributions to the firm's continued success. #J-18808-Ljbffr