Contract Specialist

• Coordinate / Manage proposal and presentation development including administration, formatting, layout, non-technical writing, and proofreading
• Read and analyze RFQ / RFPs and develop outlines and / or responsibility matrices
• Coordinate with various team members (both internal and external) to prepare content
• Edit proposal content for readability, consistency, clarity and compliance with requirements
• Research, write, and update collateral materials including project descriptions, resumes, experience lists, AIA 305, etc.
• Provide CRM administration including data entry, reporting and knowledge management
• Create and monitor social media content on various platforms
• Create and maintain communications on corporate-wide, internal social media / intranet
• Maintain corporate website and all business unit websites including new content and ensuring that all project information is current
• Monitor and report on all media coverage and communication campaigns and maintain library of press clippings for the corporation and all business units
• Draft and edit copy for corporate periodicals and non-technical items such as employee bios, resumes and project sheets
• Maintain marketing information and photo databases
• Perform research to support Business Development
• Manage project award submittals
• Draft and edit copy for corporate periodicals and collateral materials
• Assist with the upkeep of corporate standards for communication, style, branding, and layout design
• Work with corporate and business unit leaders to support marketing and communication initiatives
• Provide support at local events such as trade shows, ground breakings, and charitable functions

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's Degree in Marketing, Communications, Journalism, English or similar
• 3 or more years of marketing experience.
• Proficiency in Adobe Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Acrobat)
• Experience with CRM database input and upkeep (Microsoft Dynamics a plus)
• Strong writing, editing and proofreading skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to utilize layout and graphic design skills in a business setting
• Ability to multi-task, be proactive, establish priorities and work independently or in teams
• Ability to work under pressure in a deadline-driven environment that may sometimes include nights and weekends
• Occasional travel to jobsites, events, and company meetings (less than 5%)
• Previous experience in the AEC industry preparing RFQ / RFP / Proposals is preferred
• Experience with Illustrator a plus
• Understanding of the construction industry and terminology a plus
• Must be willing to work 5 days a week onsite

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status.

We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance.

To the extent our customers require a background check for certain positions, the Company faces a significant risk to its business operations and business reputation unless a review of criminal history is conducted for those specific job positions.