What are the responsibilities and job description for the Marketing Proposal Specialist position at Polk Mechanical?
Polk Mechanical is looking for the best and brightest people to join our high-performing team and take #PolkNation to the next level. Our entrepreneurial spirit has earned us a strong reputation for performance and customer service in the market. We elevate our people’s lives by promoting a safety-first mentality, learning and development programs, a fun company culture, and opportunities to grow careers.
Join our team and make a meaningful impact in your life and in the mechanical contracting industry! We offer a competitive salary, a comprehensive benefits package, and a fun and challenging environment where your ideas and expertise are valued.
What you’ll do : Pursuits
Be a marketing hero during the development and production of RFQ / RFP responses (qualifications packets, proposals, and interview materials) so that Polk wins.
Assemble submissions with masterful storytelling and compliance.
Partner with stakeholders and SMEs to craft narratives highlighting who we are, what we do, and how we do it.
Write content, create templates, and develop graphics for pursuits packages.
Coach internal stakeholders in interview preparation and presentation skills.
Data-Driven Strategic Marketer
Be a Polk curator by updating and maintaining a library of marketing collateral (print and electronic), personnel resumes, project case studies, experience lists, photos, graphics, and differentiators.
Explore the market for construction and service through strategic research, opportunity tracking, and data analysis, finding new ways for Polk to engage customers and grow.
Prequalification’s
Showcase the Polk strength to clients through prequalification packets that are accurate, timely, and professionally packaged. Internally, you’ll engage SMEs to gather information and maintain confidentiality.
Industry Thought Leader
Channel your inner entrepreneur by supporting Polk’s sales team with innovative, thoughtful campaigns, events, and sponsorships.
Write and assemble industry awards submissions that highlight Polk, our projects, and our people.
What you bring :
Confidence, attention to detail, and demonstrated understanding of qualifications / proposal coordination, development, and production, preferably in the AEC Industry.
Intermediate to advanced skills in software common to an AEC marketer’s toolbox : InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Word, Excel) and Canva.
A journalistic proficiency with content writing, proofreading, editing, not only your own work but in collaboration with others.
Passion in fostering positive working relationships with the people of Polk Nation (internal and external customers).
A bachelor’s degree in marketing, business, or communications, or commensurate experience, preferably in our industry.
Certifications are a plus : CPSM or APMP
Grit and determination to get your tasks done and be self-motivated to dominate in your role.
2-5 years of professional experience.
Hubspot experience is a plus.
A high degree of confidentiality and integrity when working.
Experience in the AEC industry is a plus.
Familiarity with using AI tools and technology.
Familiarity with databases and CRMs.
