Head of Marketing & Business Strategy

This position allows for a hybrid work schedule with a mix of work spent in office (3) and working remote from home (2).

At Sargent & Lundy, you’ll help tell the story of a global leader in power and energy projects while partnering directly with technical and business leaders.

This new role will be located in our brand‑new company headquarters in Chicago, Illinois with a hybrid work schedule, limited travel, and the opportunity to shape a firmwide marketing function with strong executive visibility.

As the Marketing Manager, you will lead an integrated marketing strategy that supports all business segments and promotes a cohesive Sargent & Lundy brand. You will standardize proposals, elevate our thought leadership, and lead a small team of marketing professionals in close partnership with Business Group Directors, business development, and Corporate Communications.

Lead the development and execution of an integrated marketing strategy across business segments that reinforces a unified Sargent & Lundy brand.

Serve as a strategic partner to Business Group Directors and business development leadership to translate business priorities into targeted marketing plans, campaigns, and pursuits.

Lead and manage internal events and employee engagement initiatives involving S&L employees, including community impact programs, sporting events, and company-sponsored activities.

Standardize proposal content, processes, and templates across business groups to ensure consistent quality, branding, and messaging.

Lead or support RFQ/RFP responses, and proposal development (content, messaging, visuals, and coaching).

Maintain and continuously improve firm resumes, project descriptions, and proposal templates.

Oversee development of compelling pursuit materials and reusable content (text, graphics, and visuals) that clearly communicate Sargent & Lundy’s differentiated value.

Collaborate closely with Corporate Communications, especially on external communications, to align website, digital channels, and PR efforts with business group needs and strategies.

Direct business group participation in trade shows, conferences, and client events, including pre‑ and post‑event marketing and follow‑up.

Lead and develop a small marketing team, setting clear priorities and continuously improving processes, tools, and standards.

Champion innovative, technology‑driven approaches to marketing and proposals, leveraging CRM, marketing automation, content management, AI, and analytics.

This position may require limited travel (under 5%) to client sites, trade shows, and industry events.

Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, business administration, or a related field.

10 or more years of progressive experience in marketing, business development, or communications, preferably within a professional services organization; Proven experience leading marketing strategy and complex proposals for relationship‑driven B2B services, including direct partnership with senior technical and business leaders.

Prior people leadership experience, including managing and developing marketing or proposal professionals.

Exceptional writing and communication skills, with the ability to translate technical, complex content into clear, client‑focused messaging.

Innovative and technology‑driven mindset, with experience using marketing technology (CRM, marketing automation, analytics, AI, and content management) to inform decisions and improve performance.

Strong time management, attention to detail, and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple initiatives and stakeholders across business groups.

APMP certification, or equivalent proposal/BD credential, preferred.

Experience designing or overseeing trade show and event strategies, including pre‑ and post‑event marketing.

You are expected to lead others in taking marketing problems from issue to solution by setting expectations for using data and modern tools such as automation and AI to improve workflows, reduce rework, and deliver cost‑effective designs.

Leaders in these roles often direct automation and process‑improvement work, for example, how teams summarize technical documents or generate design documentation and guiding when and how AI or agentic AI tools are used while ensuring results are checked.

We also value additional learning, such as a minor, certificate, or other experience in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Software Engineering, or related fields that enables effective oversight of automation and agentic AI‑enabled workflows.

Our commitment extends beyond the workplace, offering comprehensive healthcare plans and generous paid time off to support our team members in every aspect of their lives. Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision

Life & Accident Insurance

Disability Coverage

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Pre‑Tax Commuter Account

Merit Scholarship Program

First Professional Licensure Bonus

Employee Referral Bonus

Paid Annual Personal/Sick Time (PST)

Paid Holidays

Flexible Work Arrangements

Sargent & Lundy discloses compensation ranges that comply with all local and state regulations. The total compensation package for eligible positions will include a base salary or an hourly rate and a comprehensive benefits package, reflecting our commitment to rewarding performance and supporting the overall well‑being of our employees. Individuals may also be eligible to participate in our yearly discretionary bonus.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any protected status as defined by applicable law.

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