Marketing Specialist / Proposal Writer - M0008

As a Marketing Specialist / Proposal Writer at Felsburg Holt and Ullevig, your main responsibilities will include guiding message development for competitive proposals, managing document layout and production schedules, generating engaging local content for FHU’s digital channels, and updating the CRM and DAM systems. You will also play a crucial role in planning marketing events and outreach activities that elevate our brand and connect us with the community.

To excel as a Marketing Specialist / Proposal Writer at Felsburg Holt and Ullevig, a Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, English, or journalism is preferred. Additionally, candidates should have at least three years of proposal writing experience, particularly in the A/E/C industry. We are looking for someone with strong communication skills, an eye for document design, and a creative mindset who can adapt to changing deadlines while managing time effectively.

For the Marketing Specialist / Proposal Writer position at Felsburg Holt and Ullevig, proficiency in Adobe InDesign, Acrobat, and the Microsoft Office Suite is required. Familiarity with desired software tools such as the Adobe Creative Suite, Vantagepoint, WordPress, and Open Asset would be a plus, making you an even stronger candidate for this exciting opportunity.

Felsburg Holt and Ullevig places a premium on maintaining a healthy work-life balance for all employees. We offer flexible schedules, the possibility of remote work where feasible, generous vacation and sick leave programs, and a range of health-related benefits. FHU actively encourages employee well-being and provides professional development opportunities to support career growth.

The pay for the Marketing Specialist / Proposal Writer position at Felsburg Holt and Ullevig ranges from $28 to $39 per hour. The actual offer will depend on factors such as your skills, qualifications, and experience, ensuring that we recognize the value you bring to our team.

When answering this question, highlight specific projects where you successfully contributed to proposals. Discuss what strategies you used, the challenges faced, and the outcomes. Remember to emphasize how your proposal writing has positively impacted the company's success and how it aligns with FHU’s mission.

For this question, outline a clear process on how you approach message development. Discuss brainstorming sessions, researching target audiences, and aligning messages with the company's goals. Share examples where this strategy led to engaging proposals or marketing materials.

Here, provide insights into your time management skills. Share specific tools or techniques you use to prioritize tasks. Highlight any experiences where you successfully met tight deadlines and maintained high-quality work standards, showcasing adaptability and efficiency.

Discuss your ability to work in teams effectively and how collaboration enhances creativity and productivity. Provide examples of successful projects where teamwork led to innovative ideas or solutions that benefitted the overall marketing objectives.

Provide a concise example that illustrates your creative process. Talk about the target audience, content type, and how you measured engagement or success. Highlight the importance of visual aspects—like graphics or layouts—to improve engagement.

Mention specific resources, such as blogs, webinars, or industry publications, you follow to stay informed. Highlight any professional development activities you’ve pursued, such as attending conferences or participating in relevant training, showing your commitment to growth in the marketing field.

Discuss tools like Trello, Asana, or similar applications that help you manage marketing projects. Explain how these tools have improved communication and coordination among teams in past experiences, leading to successful marketing initiatives.

Emphasize the importance of setting measurable goals and using analytics tools to track performance. Discuss specific metrics you've used in previous campaigns, e.g., conversion rates, engagement, or client feedback, and how these insights inform future strategies.

Describe your process for maintaining accurate and up-to-date records in a CRM. Mention any experience you have using specific CRM software, how you ensure data integrity, and how this knowledge contributes to effective marketing strategies at FHU.

Reflect on FHU’s mission and values that resonate with you. Discuss how your skills and career goals align with the company's objectives in transportation engineering and community impact. Make your passion for fostering joy and connections within your work environment evident.