AEC Pursuit Manager

Full Time – Park Ridge, IL, US Salary Range: $110,000.00 To $160,000.00 Annually About the Role We are looking for an AEC Pursuit Manager to join our Midwest team. This position will lead marketing and proposal efforts for the growing Midwest Region. You will be in the unique position of being able to help grow the Parametrix brand in a developing geography through intentional positioning, disciplined pursuit management, and successful project sales. This role is an entrepreneurial opportunity to create, grow, and lead a marketing team aligned with the needs of an expanding organization. The pursuits will range from small ( $15M+ fee). Assess market conditions to assist in the development of a regional growth strategy. Provide leadership with responding to RFQs/RFPs, including developing winning messaging that aligns with scoring and evaluation criteria. Experience in the Illinois market and broader Midwest is a plus. Translate technical input into compelling, client-focused pursuits, shaping win themes, differentiators, and persuasive narratives. Develop, maintain, and report on pursuit and client data, including tracking upcoming pursuits, client contacts, positioning efforts, and pursuit budgets, and success rates, procurement cycles, and manage information in the CRM system. You Have: The ideal candidate brings 15+ years of direct experience in proposal strategy, pursuit leadership, and sales within the transportation consulting industry. Proficiency in Adobe InDesign and Microsoft Word. Strong writing, editing, and organization skills. A collaborative and client-service focused approach. Compensation Information: Base salary for this position is in the range of $110,000-$160,000 depending on qualifications. Compensation is determined by factors such as education, experience, location, and role. As employee-owners, we are eligible for performance-based bonuses and our salaries are reviewed annually. We value transparency and look forward to discussing our compensation structure. Employee Ownership & Great Benefits: Healthcare Coverage (medical, dental, vision, short- & long-term disability insurance) Employee Stock Ownership Plan (financial profit sharing) Performance-based bonuses 401(k) Plan Paid Time Off (both vacation & sick/wellness time accruals) Paid Holidays Flexible Work Arrangements: We understand the importance of work-life balance and offer flexible work arrangements to support our employee-owners' diverse needs. Whether it is hybrid, remote, or in-office, we provide options that allow you to work in a way that best suits your lifestyle while staying connected and engaged with your team. Our Commitment to You Parametrix is committed to being an inclusive workplace, where team members of all backgrounds and experiences are welcome. As an equal opportunity employer, it is our policy and culture to provide opportunities to all persons based on merit and fitness to perform job duties. Employment decisions are based solely on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, religion, age (40 or older, as protected under the ADEA), disability (including physical, mental, or sensory), genetic information (including testing and characteristics), protected veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws or regulations. At Parametrix, we are dedicated to encouraging an inclusive and accessible workplace. If you need any accommodations during the application or interview process, please let us know, and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met. We welcome and encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr Parametrix, Inc