Marketing Proposal Specialist

Company Description

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There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

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Job Description

AECOM is seeking a Marketing Proposal Specialist to collaborate with East Region business development and operations teams in support of pursuit efforts. This role partners in the preparation of formal and informal client solicitations across the full pursuit lifecycle. The position interfaces with business line growth teams and operations to support the process of winning work, leading and supporting responses to client solicitations while applying standard pursuit processes to ensure efficiency, schedule adherence, and bid compliance.

This role is responsible for coordinating and delivering high-quality print, electronic, and oral proposal submissions, and contributes to proposal strategy through market research, competitive intelligence, and the use of data systems and tools to inform business and pursuit planning efforts.

This position offers the flexibility of a remote work schedule and can be based from a variety of locations in the US.

The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to, those listed below:

• Leads small to medium proposals and supports or leads (based upon experience) large proposals and presentations, and supports from capture through to interview stage, with support as required. Supports capture managers in development of the win strategies from capture through interview preparation.
• Coordinates proposal content and logistics, including schedules, templates, compliance requirements, content plans, and production. Develops annotated outlines and provides recommendations to technical teams on section structure, messaging, and positioning. May serve as lead writer/editor for key sections including resumes, past performance, executive summaries, and management approaches.
• May provide conceptual input on document design and collaborates with technical, operations, and business development teams to develop compelling marketing materials (e.g., project sheets, case studies, capability statements).
• Facilitates or supports color reviews (Pink and Red Team) and quality reviews, incorporating lessons learned and managing revisions based on review team direction.
• Participates in go/no-go and greenlight analyses in compliance with delegation of authority guidelines and supports capture planning and positioning activities related to proposal preparation.
• Completes internal debriefs for proposals they lead, leverages past pursuit debrief information, and supports win/loss debriefs and client feedback efforts to drive continuous improvement.
• May support broader marketing and pursuit strategy efforts, including campaign development and client/market-focused content.
• Performs self-check of work prior to submitting to others for review/approval.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, English, Communications, Marketing, or related field and 4+ years of experience supporting or leading proposal development within a marketing or business development team, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Adobe InDesign.
• Experience responding to RFQs/RFPs and producing compliant, high-quality submittals.
• Ability to translate complex technical information into clear, compelling content
• Strong organizational, time management, and multitasking skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Understanding of proposal strategy, compliance, and production.
• Strong writing, editing, and communication skills with strong attention to detail.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in the A/E/C industry.
• Familiarity with CRM tools such as Salesforce.
• Experience supporting energy and/or environment related clients and services.

Additional Information

• This position does not include sponsorship for United States work authorization now or in the future.
• Relocation assistance and/or per diem is not offered for this position.
• THIS POSTING IS FOR A CURRENT VACANCY, AND AECOM INTENDS TO FILL THIS POSITION NO SOONER THAN SEPTEMBER 29, 2026.

At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options , well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com.

What makes AECOM a great place to work

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community—where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

State/Province: PennsylvaniaBusiness Group: DCSLegal Entity: AECOM Technical Services IncBusiness Line: Geography OHWork Location Model: RemoteOperating Group: AmericasPrimary Location: US - Conshohocken, PA - 625 West Rid Compensation: USD 80000 - USD 100000 - yearly