Marketing Specialist

Dikita Enterprises, Inc. ( headquartered in the Dallas/Fort Worth area, is an actively growing architectural, civil engineering, and construction program management firm with over 45 years of experience. Dikita’s multi-disciplined team of architectural, engineering, and construction program management professionals delivers a wide range of projects, including new facilities, transit build-out, transit market research, infrastructure improvements and expansion, and capital construction services. Our diversity and commitment to quality are our strengths. SUMMARY The Marketing Specialist reports to the Strategic Growth Manager and will manage the firm’s marketing and proposal processes and support a winning business development culture in the architectural/engineering/construction (A/E/C) and transit market research industry. In addition to proposal preparation, the professional will be responsible for branding, social media, and the company website. RESPONSIBILITIES Proposal Production Under the direction of the Strategic Growth Manager, coordinate and manage the proposal (RFP & RFQ) processes. Support the firm’s marketing and communication initiatives, including preparation and coordination of engineering, construction program management, and transit market research proposals, resumes, qualifications, presentations, letters, reports, brochures, press releases, and other communications. Ensure quality results by following proposal writing standards including readability, consistency, and tone. Handle multiple revisions, edit/re-edit proposal sections as needed, and ensure proposals maintain a consistent message, tone, and voice. Facilitate, coordinate, and participate in kick-off meetings and proposal production activities. Collaborate with senior management, Subject Matter Experts, engineers, project managers, and technical staff to develop innovative technical approaches and sound technical solutions. Coordinate with consultant firms for teaming and gathering marketing materials. Produce PowerPoint presentations through collaboration and coordination with teams and oversee final production of presentation materials. Facilitate preparations for project interviews and client presentations. Branding and Marketing Material Create professional marketing materials including brochures, website content, company profile, company project descriptions, and employee resumes for proposals. Maintain marketing database of proposals and collateral material. Develop, manage, and maintain website content, including updates on project information, community involvement, and company highlights. Manage the firm’s employer brand profiles on LinkedIn and other appropriate social channels. Capture and analyze key social media metrics. Other duties as assigned. Business Development Assist in monitoring various electronic website sources to gather and disseminate information about upcoming opportunities. Assist in representing the company by attending meetings and events with potential and existing clients and partners. Maintain the CRM system. EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS, AND EXPERIENCE Bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing, or journalism preferred. Minimum five to seven years of experience managing the proposal process. APMP preferred Knowledge, understanding, and experience with the government proposal process is required. Knowledge and understanding of responding to RFP's and RFI's is required. Knowledge, understanding, and experience in the proposal process for architectural, engineering, construction (AEC) and transit planning projects is preferred. Excellent business writing and editing skills as well as attention to detail are required. Strong time management and organizational skills are essential. Exceptional graphic design and layout skills. Advanced/Expert computer skills – Windows, MS Office Suite, Adobe Creative Suite, WordPress, and InDesign are a must. Must be able to coordinate a diverse team of professionals and be a team player. Must be able to work effectively in a fast-paced team environment. Multi-tasking skills are essential. Must have exceptional interpersonal skills and act with tact and diplomacy. Must have a proven record of managing the proposal process to produce relevant and winning proposals. COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS Compensation, between $90,000 and $100,000, will be determined by experience and qualifications. Dikita offers a comprehensive health and welfare plan that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, Short and Long-Term Disability, 401(k) with a discretionary match, limited tuition reimbursement, company-paid licenses, certifications, and professional organization memberships.* At Dikita, we take pride in our diversity and inclusion. We offer a grounded family-oriented workplace in a progressive environment with a commitment to quality and integrity. Preference will be given to residents of the Dallas/Fort Worth area. No relocation expenses will be reimbursed. Dikita Enterprises, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against individuals based on race, national origin, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or any other classification protected by law. * Subject to repayment based on length of employment. #J-18808-Ljbffr