Head of Marketing Management

Marketing Director

We are currently seeking a high caliber Marketing Director for a long-term basis within our client’s team of experienced professionals. Our client is seeking an experienced and strategic Marketing Director to lead the firm's marketing and proposal efforts throughout California. Based in our Santa Ana headquarters, this leadership position oversees all marketing operations supporting our Southern California and Northern California offices.

The Marketing Director is responsible for managing the firm's proposal process from pursuit strategy through final submission, leading the marketing team, collaborating with Partners and Principals on Go/No-Go decisions, and ensuring the firm's qualifications, brand, and messaging are consistently represented at the highest level. The ideal candidate is a collaborative leader with previous marketing management experience in a mid-sized to large architectural firm and a proven track record of winning public and private sector work.

Marketing Leadership

Lead and manage the firm's Marketing Department, including the Marketing Manager, Proposal Writer(s), and other marketing support staff.

Develop and implement annual marketing initiatives that align with strategic business goals.

Maintain quality control standards for all marketing materials and communications.

Proposal & Pursuit Management

Manage proposal schedules, deadlines, assignments, and production to ensure timely, high-quality submissions.

Collaborate with Partners, Principals, Project Managers, and technical staff to develop compelling proposal strategies.

Review proposal content for accuracy, consistency, and compliance with client requirements.

Support client relationship management initiatives.

Coordinate interview preparation, presentation materials, rehearsal sessions, and leave-behind materials.

Assist with market research and competitor analysis to support strategic planning.

Brand Management

Ensure consistency of the company brand across all offices and marketing platforms.

Oversee production of qualifications packages, brochures, project sheets, resumes, award submissions, and marketing collateral.

Coordinate website updates, digital marketing initiatives, and social media content in collaboration with internal and external resources.

Coordinate the firm's participation in industry conferences, trade shows, networking events, and client programs, including organizations such as CASH, AIA, CMAA, DBIA, and other industry associations.

Manage sponsorship opportunities, exhibit booth planning, promotional materials, and event logistics.

Cross-Office Collaboration

Provide centralized marketing leadership supporting all company offices throughout California.

Coordinate proposal resources and marketing efforts across multiple studios and market sectors.

Foster collaboration between technical staff and marketing professionals to maximize pursuit success.

Bachelor’s degree in marketing, Communications, Journalism, Business, Architecture, or a related field.

Minimum of 8–10 years of marketing experience within the Architecture, Engineering, or Construction (AEC) industry.

Minimum 3–5 years of marketing leadership or management experience.

Demonstrated experience managing RFQs, RFPs, RFIs, interviews, and proposal production.

Exceptional writing, editing, proofreading, and grammar skills.

Excellent organizational and project management skills.

Ability to manage multiple deadlines simultaneously.

Strong leadership, coaching, and interpersonal skills.

Experience with K-12 Education (DSA), Higher Education, Civic, Healthcare, Multifamily Housing, and Public Works pursuits.

Knowledge of CRM systems, proposal databases, and marketing analytics.

Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Acrobat)

Microsoft Office Suite

CRM platforms

Microsoft Teams and SharePoint

Presentation software and digital collaboration tools

***Background checks are carried out as part of any conditional offer made, including (but not limited to & role dependent) education, professional registration, employment, references, passport verifications and Global Watchlist screening .

Employment Type: Direct/Permanent

Location Type: Office, Project Site (on occasion)

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