Marketing Proposal Specialist at Aecom USA

Chicago, Illinois, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

25 May, 26

Salary

110000.0

Posted On

24 Feb, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Proposal Leadership, Capture Management, Win Strategy Development, Content Planning, Writing, Editing, Resume Tailoring, Executive Summaries, Color Reviews, Quality Reviews, Lessons Learned, Go/No-Go Analysis, Debriefing, Marketing Communications, Coaching, Attention To Detail

Industry

Civil Engineering

Description

Company Description Work with Us. Change the World. At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations. There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world. We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us. Job Description AECOM is seeking a highly talented Marketing Proposal Specialist III to join our West Specialist Team and work in collaboration with the West Region business development and operations team on pursuits, including partnering in the preparation of formal and informal client solicitations, including requests for qualifications (RFQ), requests for proposals (RFP), pre-qualification efforts, and client interviews. This will be a hybrid position including a combination of both remote and in-office that can be based in, but not limited to: Dallas, TX; Austin, TX; Denver, CO; Chicago, IL; Detroit, MI; Los Angeles/Orange, CA; and San Francisco/Oakland, CA. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following: Leads medium- to large-scale proposals and presentations, supporting all stages from capture through interview, with additional support as needed. Partners with capture managers to develop win strategies from early capture activities through interview preparation. Develops annotated outlines and content plans, advising technical teams on optimal section structures and messaging. May serve as lead writer and editor for tailored resumes, past performance sections, executive summaries, and/or management approaches for proposals. Facilitates color reviews (Pink and Red team), quality reviews, and applies lessons learned to add value to proposals. Manages revisions to proposals and presentations based on direction from review teams. Contributes recommendations during go/no‑go and greenlight analyses, ensuring compliance with delegation of authority, capture planning, and positioning requirements. Completes internal debriefs for proposals they lead, leveraging past pursuit debrief information. Supports team during win/loss debriefs and gathering of client feedback on proposals to ensure and demonstrate continuous improvement. May support marketing or pursuits strategy and content development related to clients/markets, marketing communications, campaigns, account managers (CAMs) and business lines. Provides coaching and guidance to entry-level proposal team members. Performs thorough self‑checks of all work prior to submitting for review or approval. Qualifications Minimum Requirements Bachelor's degree + 4 years of experience collaborating within a marketing team to lead and/or support proposal activity, or a demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education. Detailed knowledge of marketing best practices and procedures, work processes, and tools. Strong working knowledge of InDesign as well as Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Adobe Acrobat. Developed understanding of effective proposal and presentation writing and production. Demonstrates excellent writing and editing skills, consistently applying strong attention to detail and a drive for continuous quality improvement. Ability to produce accurate, compliant, and compelling work independently and with others. Experience demonstrating leadership qualities. Proven organizational and administrative skills, including the ability to complete varied work tasks on schedule, guide deliverable efforts by others, and manage documents and deadlines effectively. Initiative, skill, and personal commitment to manage multiple projects and details concurrently, follow up, and bring tasks and projects to completion. Preferred Qualifications Bachelor’s in Journalism, English, Communications, Marketing, or a related field. Working knowledge of and interest in the A/E industry. Knowledge of AECOM’s projects, people, credentials, and competitors is a plus. Working knowledge of collaborative tools such as Microsoft Teams, SharePoint, etc. An understanding of CRM Salesforce experience is a plus. Additional Information This position does not include sponsorship for United States work authorization now or in the future Relocation assistance and/or per diem is not offered for this position About AECOM AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan. AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com. What makes AECOM a great place to work You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community—where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. State/Province: Texas Business Group: DCS Legal Entity: AECOM Technical Services Inc Business Line: Geography OH Work Location Model: Hybrid Operating Group: Americas Primary Location: US - Dallas, TX - 13355 Noel Road Compensation: USD 70000 - USD 110000 - yearly

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Responsibilities

This role involves leading medium- to large-scale proposals and presentations through all stages, from capture through interview, while partnering with capture managers to develop win strategies. Responsibilities also include developing outlines, advising technical teams on messaging, serving as a lead writer/editor for proposal sections, and facilitating quality reviews.