Marketing - Marketing Professional

Posted Thursday, August 20, 2026 at 5:00 AM HOK is a collective of future-forward thinkers and designers who are driven to face the critical challenges of our time. We are dedicated to improving people's lives, serving our clients and healing the planet. Together, we cultivate a culture of design excellence at the confluence of art and science, blending the power of creative expression with a clear sense of purpose. We are currently seeking to expand our collaborative and engaging Marketing team with the addition of a Marketing Professional in Texas. This position can be in our Houston or Dallas locations. We are looking for a creative storyteller who considers themselves a graphics guru or a copywriting whiz. Within the world of RFQ/P production, we strive to present a full story: a unique narrative illustrating HOK's expertise for each specific client. If you are ready to join a welcoming and relationship-oriented team and explore the bounds of your creativity, you may be the right fit! As a Marketing Professional, you will be responsible for developing RFIs, RFPs, and compelling graphic products and services that effectively showcase HOK's expertise and capabilities. RESPONSIBILITIES: Organizes, coordinates, and controls activities involved in the preparation of marketing proposals, presentations, and submittals. Ensures the delivery of top quality, on-time, and effective submittal proposals, qualifications packages, and presentations. Provides input and collaboration with marketing managers, the management committee, and practice leaders to help establish priorities and protocols for responding to RFPs and other marketing related inquires. Gathers information about prospects and participates in proposal strategy in support of firm's principals and other marketing professionals. Interacts with marketing staff in other HOK offices to obtain/exchange information as needed. Provides the initial mock-up of proposals and writes portions of the proposals as appropriate. Establishes and manages timelines and assignments as needed to complete effective submittals. Participates in the development of and is responsible for maintaining all marketing resource materials-brochures, data, slides, color copies, photographs, files, and client database. Completes and/or directs the completion of government forms, client questionnaires, and qualifying statements as required. Work often involves composing or editing answers to technical questions. Monitors all prospects and coordinates with and assists other marketing members. Oversees the maintenance of the marketing files, including up to date files of submittals. Coordinates, assembles, and prepares materials for client presentations and interviews, in accordance with Corporate Image Program and Desk Top Publishing Guidelines. Maintains back-up data on projects and office personnel; assures that resumes file information is current, accurate, and appropriate. Seeks and incorporates new references into marketing submittals. Responsible for all group mail-outs; maintains mailing lists. Supervises active upkeep and use of marketing databases, including projects, resumes, holiday card lists, consultant list, etc. Develops, writes, and manages production of specialty brochures, mailers, announcements, etc. Coordinates work with outside vendors (electronic transfer of data, reprographics, binding, etc.) and consultants. Prepares status reports on marketing efforts. Assists with conference/seminar presentations. Ensures supplies and equipment for marketing efforts are maintained and read to go at a moment's notice. Attends pre-proposal conferences, professional meetings, or other marketing-related events as appropriate. Fosters a commitment to external and internal client service. SKILLS & COMPETENCIES: Ability to communicate both verbally and in writing. Excellent ability to produce high quality work efficiently and in an organized manner while meeting deadlines. Demonstrated ability at technical writing. Ability to maintain a strong attention to detail, sense of focus, and confidence under tight deadlines and varying workloads. Excellent ability to multi-task, responding to constantly changing needs and schedules. Strong editing and proofreading abilities. Excellent organizational, communication, and leadership abilities. Strong proficiency in MS Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Adobe Creative Suite applications (InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator) preferred. EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE: Equivalent of bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, or technical related field. At least 5 years marketing experience in the architecture, interior design, engineering, construction, or real estate development industry. OTHER: Travel may be required. Overtime will be required. The job duties and requirements that this document describes may be altered or supplemented at any time at the sole discretion of HOK. HOK invests in its people and communities, supporting both personal and professional growth through every stage of life. At HOK you’ll have a hybrid work environment , 10 paid holidays (including 2 floating holidays ) and a minimum of 4 weeks of paid time off with a cash out option. HOK offers comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, free mental wellness resources, life and AD&D coverage and short and long-term disability benefits. HOK supports your growing family by offering 4 weeks of paid parental leave and fertility coverage. HOK helps to fund your future financial needs with matching contributions to our 401(K) plan which includes a well-rounded investment menu as well as free guidance on retirement planning. Wherever you are in your career, HOK provides opportunities to learn, develop and utilize your skills. Continued learning is promoted through financial support and study prep for licensure exams, CEU credit opportunities, mentorship programs, and paid professional memberships. To learn more about designing your career with HOK, explore our current job openings. HOK is an EOE, including disability/vets. #J-18808-Ljbffr HOK