Marketing Manager

Lakeside HR Group has been engaged to recruit for a Marketing Manager to join our client's team! This is an onsite role that will be located in Minneapolis, MN. Our client is an award-winning commercial general contractor. They specialize in multi-family, hospitality, and commercial projects. They have established themselves as the go-to-firm when it comes to managing complex projects and delivering them to the highest standards. Their portfolio is filled with many success stories, but they are most proud of the strong relationships they have built and continue to grow. Their relationship-centered approach starts with their employees. They look for people who embody their values of hard work, safety, integrity, accountability, and collaboration. They want self-starters who take ownership in their work and value building and maintaining relationships every step along the way. They take pride in our desire to become better every day and to provide their employees with opportunities to develop both personally and professionally. This organization is committed to excellence and looking for people who will contribute to the company’s growth.

What you’ll do:

The Marketing Manager will be responsible for developing and executing the company's marketing plan. This person will have the opportunity to positively impact end-to-end marketing strategy, brand consistency, and social media presence. This role is perfect for a self-starting, creative, and motivated marketing professional who ideally brings a background in commercial construction and/or real estate. This role will have two core responsibilities: business marketing and project marketing.

Position responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Business Marketing:

• Create and manage company-wide Marketing Calendar, maintain client lists/contact information, and input into CRM software as needed.
• Develop social media strategy, create content, and execute across preferred social media and scheduling platforms.
• Oversee and enhance digital marketing, web presence, and company website, ensure content is up to date and aligned with marketing plan.
• Complete final review and approval of all marketing content prior to publishing.
• Manage inventory, ordering, and coordination of all marketing materials, clothing, gifts, swag, and branded promotional items.
• Organize and coordinate company and project photography resources and efforts.
• Collaborate with team on Monthly Company Update meetings, including gathering content and formulating comprehensive company presentations.
• Assist with all BD/Marketing and company events, including team building, community outreach, holiday, sponsorship, career fair, and groundbreaking events.

Project Marketing:

• Create, edit, and assemble RFPs for local and out-of-state commercial construction projects.
• Generate neighborhood and/or owner project updates in coordination with Project Coordinator.
• Oversee creation and content of all project publications, i.e. mailers, postcards, award submissions, etc.
• Assemble SOQ books, building and staff resumes for specific target markets.
• Maintain BD contacts and relationships and attend events as needed.

Want to get your resume to the top? Take a look at our requirements:

Position qualifications include, but are not limited to:

• Bachelor’s degree in marketing/communications, business, journalism, PR or a related field
• Minimum 2-4 years of years marketing or related experience
• Minimum 2-4 technical and creative writing experience, construction industry preferred
• Experience with the RFP process and creating high quality, branded RFP responses from start to finish.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Experience with Adobe InDesign, Canva or similar
• Experience with email marketing platforms (Mailchimp or similar)
• Strong editing and proofreading skills
• Excellent ability to multitask with strong attention to detail.
• Self-motivated, able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Creative and passionate about delivering high-quality work.
• Experience in commercial construction or real estate marketing preferred.

What You’ll Get:

Our client strives to provide a generous compensation and benefits package to help you stay healthy, feel secure, and maintain a great work/life blend. Our benefits include medical (two plan options), dental, vision, company paid life and disability insurance, 401(k) plus company match, holidays, and PTO. On top of all that, you’ll be surrounded by awesome people who care deeply about what they do and will do whatever it takes to help YOU succeed.

Due to our company size, all employees have the opportunity for immediate involvement and impact in every aspect of their position. You won’t find a better career in the commercial construction industry anywhere else. Let’s talk! We’ll prove it!