Marketing & Proposal Manager

Are you an experienced marketing professional looking to join a growing company? The Weitz Company is hiring a Marketing & Proposal Manager to join our team in West Palm Beach, FL. The Marketing & Proposal Manager will play a critical role as the subject matter expert (SME) for marketing process and systems while collaborating closely with others to create effective proposals, marketing materials, communications, and presentations.

This role will provide oversight and strategy to ensure alignment with the company’s strategic initiatives.

The Weitz Company has been Building a Better Way since 1855. We are a full-service construction company, general contractor, design-builder, and construction manager with office locations throughout the United States. We believe our employees to be our most valuable asset, and we are committed to growing a diverse and inclusive culture that inspires, motivates, and continuously improves.

• Lead marketing strategy for the Florida business unit while ensuring internal/external marketing design and messaging aligns with brand standards and strategic direction of the company
• Partner with Business Development team to manage proposal preparation and support project pursuit organization
• Write, design, and research proposals and presentations including providing narratives, materials, graphics, and charts for technical and price proposals for request for proposals (RFP) process
• Lead proposal development meetings to discuss status and opportunities for improvement
• Manage marketing campaigns and initiatives alongside Business Development and project team members
• Serve as a SME and share best practices regarding marketing and proposals
• Propose and manage marketing budget
• Identify improvements and lean initiatives
• Serve as a brand standards champion by providing support to jobsite branding/marketing materials and providing direction on brand effectiveness and growth areas
• Ensure CRM system is current, identify system or process improvements, and produce reports to enhance business development efforts
• Manage local public relations and communications activity (i.e. craft blog posts, press releases, media responses) while obtaining support from Business Development or Marketing management when needed
• Manage and support annual planning for internal and external events and industry conferences
• Lead, develop, and mentor team members

• Experience:
  • 5+ years of experience in marketing, public relations, communications, and/or proposal management required
  • Experience working for a construction company or similar industry is highly preferred
  • Degree in marketing or a related field – an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered
• Skills:
  • Excellent business acumen
  • Ability to build relationships and trust with others
  • Impressive business writing and proofreading skills
  • Strong leader and mentor focused on supporting and developing teams
  • Self-starter with a strong work ethic
    
    Creative and collaborative
  • Ability to prioritize and balance various tasks with competing deadlines
  • Organized and detail-oriented
  • Desire to produce high-quality work
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Comfortable leading meetings and presenting in front of groups
  • High level of confidentiality
• Technology:

• • Proficient in Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
  • Proficiency in Adobe In Design
  • Experience with Canva, Illustrator, Photoshop, and other design programs
  • Ability to learn specific job-related software upon hire

• What We Offer:
• Competitive Pay
• Rewarding Bonus Program
• Comprehensive Benefits Package with Tax-Advantaged HSA and FSA offerings
• Employer-Paid Short- and Long-Term Disability Programs
• Employer-Paid Life Insurance
• Generous Paid…