Sr. Marketing and Proposal Coordinator

Overview Join us as we Rise to the Challenge. At KCI, we’re building an enduring community that provides unparalleled value to our employee‑owners. We make our mark designing and delivering our world‑class solutions, so we invest deeply in supporting and developing our team. We reward integrity and commitment, and when we do well, you do well. Our employees have the freedom to innovate, unlimited growth, a voice that matters, a lifestyle that works, and skin in the game. Achievements are shared and celebrated. As a team, we are motivated to better ourselves, each other, and the world around us. Company KCI Technologies, Inc. is a 100% employee‑owned engineering, consulting and construction firm serving clients throughout the United States. KCI is recognized as an industry leader, employing cutting‑edge technologies, management practices and strategic growth initiatives. Employee ownership fosters an entrepreneurial spirit, encourages technical expertise, and shapes strategic planning. KCI is currently ranked #50 on Engineering News‑Record’s list of the Top 500 design firms in the nation. Benefits We offer a competitive compensation package, family‑friendly benefits, a collaborative working environment, and the training, mentoring and resources you need to advance in your career. We understand that you have choices, and we know that together we will make a great team! Diversity & Inclusion KCI is committed to building a diverse and inclusive staff, and we encourage women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, and individuals with disabilities to apply. Equal Opportunity KCI Technologies, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. Duties, Responsibilities & Other Our West Region has an immediate need for an experienced Marketing and Proposal Coordinator to join our team in Houston! Experience submitting TxDOT proposals is strongly preferred. The senior marketing coordinator will demonstrate a full understanding of the proposal/procurement process from prior AEC industry experience. The senior marketing and proposal coordinator leads various pursuit teams in developing proposals and presentations that position KCI to win projects across our many service lines. This is an opportunity to join a dedicated marketing team that helps secure the sales revenue that enables KCI’s continuous growth. A suitable candidate will demonstrate the ability to learn our services, unique value propositions (UVPs), and corporate structure to effectively present the firm’s qualifications and win new projects. Qualified candidates will have experience working within architecture, engineering, construction, environmental, or similar industries. This individual has mastered time management and is expected to be involved in numerous pursuits at once. The Senior Marketing and Proposal Coordinator will: Read RFQ/P documents thoroughly and prepare proposal checklists that list client submission requirements and identify proposal team action items. Demonstrate experience with a CRM database; Microsoft Dynamics, Unanet (Cosential), or Deltek Vision (preferred). Demonstrate experience with Adobe InDesign. Experience with additional programs, including Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator, is preferred. Mentor junior marketing staff, providing them with recommendations and guidance. Lead Capture Planning (Pre‑RFP) efforts to develop the pursuit team’s response strategy and prepare required materials in advance. Take on various administrative tasks to assist the marketing managers. Understand the SF-330 / Architect‑Engineer Qualifications process (experience preferred). Be a strategic advisor to technical staff in the go/no‑go evaluation process and in determining the most effective proposal strategies. Lead pursuit teams on kickoff calls to develop winning strategies, assign team responsibilities, and establish deadlines. Work with technical project managers and marketing content/support team to develop comprehensive materials that highlight KCI’s staff and capabilities. Prepare presentations and coach technical teams in preparation for client interviews. Track future project leads and update information regularly in the CRM database. Enter and update personnel and project information in the CRM database to maintain accurate records. Conduct background research and gather/tailor supporting materials. Work with the marketing content team to develop high‑impact graphics for proposals and presentations. Provide quality control (QC) review of marketing peer proposals. Print, assemble, and ship proposals and prepare electronic submission files as needed. Coordinate with teaming partners and respond to external requests for proposal information. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, journalism, or related field preferred. Minimum of 5-9 years relevant experience. Pre‑employment drug screening and background check are conditions of employment. Background and motor vehicle checks may be required based upon position. #J-18808-Ljbffr KCI