Communications Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Company Description

Job Location:  Maple Grove, MN or Eden Prairie, MN

Marketing in civil engineering is a unique challenge—it’s where creativity meets technical know-how.

OUR CULTURE.  YOUR CAREER.

Houston Engineering Inc. (HEI) is a full-service civil engineering, surveying, environmental and technology solutions consulting firm with multiple locations throughout the Midwest. Marketing in the world of civil engineering requires a unique blend of skills. You need a creative and open mind, with the ability to conceive of and employ new methods that grab the attention of clients and the public through writing, graphics, presentations, and more. You also need an investigative mind, able to delve into and comprehend technical language as well as the nuances of the industry. The challenge and opportunity you seek can be found at HEI!

At HEI, we foster innovation, personal growth, and meaningful collaboration, emphasizing an inclusive work environment, where ideas and contributions are valued and supported. We are seeking team members who are ready to directly help improve the infrastructure of their communities and who aren’t afraid to dig in and hit the ground running.

• Review request for proposals (RFPs) and meet with department and company leadership to determine and develop marketing and communication plans regarding RFPs and other initiatives.
• Responsible for document development including writing, editing, and creating customized graphics to illustrate technical concepts, layout, and production for a variety of client deliverables such as proposals, project reports, presentations, etc.
• Research, write, edit, and format technical content to create compelling stories that effectively communicate our company’s value proposition as well as proposal/marketing materials in a unified voice and consistent style.
• Proactively and persistently solicit input from technical staff members across multiple office locations to meet deadlines for various marketing materials.
• Facilitate proposal meetings and manage proposal assignments and deadlines.

• Bachelor's degree in English, Writing, Marketing, Mass Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum 3-5+ years of full-time, applied experience in a similar role.
• Marketing/sales writing, proposal writing, report writing, and/or technical writing. Experience in the architecture, engineering, and/or construction (ACECE) industry is a plus.
• Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Creative Suite. Canva experience a plus. Audio/video/photography experience preferred.
• Must have excellent attention to detail and the ability to quickly solicit information from technical staff to produce organized, thorough, consistent, and accurate content. This includes proficiency with grammar, punctuation, spelling, and style guides.
• Strong team player, responsible, dedicated, and self-motivated with the ability to manage time, multi-task, and excel with multiple priorities in a deadline-oriented, fast-paced, and highly collaborative environment.
• Must be able to occasionally work extended hours as needed to meet deadlines.
• Valid Driver’s License and in good standing. Occasional travel necessary.

As part of our talented staff, you will enjoy competitive pay and significate annual bonuses. The estimated rate of pay is $58,097 - $65,359 depending on experience. Other benefits include employee paid health, dental, vision, life insurance, short and long-term disability, PTO, paid holidays, parental leave, generous 401(k) match, access to HSA, FSAs, flexible schedules, annual HEI logo wear, plus more.

Additionally, view our careers page to read about HEI being selected as one of the ENR top 500 design firms and as one of the Prairie Businesses 50 best places to work for several years in a row!

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