Senior Consultant, Marketing

This Opportunity

WSP USA Inc. has a unique opportunity for a Senior Marketing Coordinator to carve out specialty expertise leading and supporting pursuits as part of our Oregon Strategic Growth Team. This position will be based out of our downtown Portland, Oregon office. 

As an essential member of the team, the person in this role will work across multiple business lines with regional technical experts, as well as our national business leaders. 

We are looking for a marketer who: 

Is a Collaborative and Empathetic Communicator. Communication is at the heart of what we do. From the ability to lead efficient and detailed proposal kick-off meetings to turning technical copy into compelling narrative, we are looking for a stellar communicator. This role will interface with unique personalities and perspectives, and the right candidate will excel at communicating with empathy. 

Is a Proactive Problem Solver. While the process may remain consistent across project opportunities, we are looking for someone who is excited about the chance to sink their teeth into new pursuits, collaborating with the team to solve the challenge of developing tactical win strategies. The right candidate will be able to self-direct through the process.

Has a Meticulous Eye for Detail that Translates to Compliance, Time Management, and General Organization. To say compliance is critical would be an understatement. Being able to parse the RFQ/P for requirements, as well as read between the lines for messaging is key. Managing time, working efficiently to meet deadlines, all while keeping quality top of mind is crucial.

Is a Lifelong Learner with an Appetite for Professional Development. We like people with lofty aspirations, a thirst for knowledge, and friendly ambition. The best candidate will not only proactively seek professional development to up their own game but will be excited to share their knowledge and perspective to help their team grow.
Brings Design Understanding. You should bring an understanding of InDesign layout and how to collaborate with a designer to develop compelling graphics that support the value proposition.
 

Your Impact

• Leads complex proposals with general guidance, including scheduling and conducting project kick-off meetings and strategy sessions for a winning proposal.
• Researches, gathers, and edits proposal materials, including writing, verifying, and formatting proposal information. Ensures the various aspects of proposals and other marketing materials are compliant, accurate and delivered in a timely manner.
• Works with individual pursuit teams to develop pursuit strategies, including providing business intelligence on clients, competitors and WSP.
• Collaborates with technical staff to write original content and reviews/edits content for clarity, compliance, and key messages.
• Collaborates with graphic design staff to plan and produce materials ensuring all proposals are effectively communicating the strategic vision identified for a given pursuit.
• Organizes and coaches technical staff in the presentation phase of a pursuit.
• Actively contributes to the development and maintenance of essential marketing data, including CRM information, resumes, and project descriptions. 
   

Who You Are

WSP's Strategic Growth Team is a group of collaborative and innovative professionals who frequently work across geographies and business sectors to secure the win, leveraging the expertise of the broader organization. WSP fosters an inclusive partnership between our technical groups and Strategic Growth Team where all are valued, and we are truly better together. We offer ambitious, self-starters an incredible opportunity for career development and growth. Training is an essential component of our culture, making it an excellent environment for the lifelong learner.

We have a hybrid work environment, working in the office 2-3 days per week to build connections. We also provide a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career. 
 

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in advanced marketing skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications or related field, or commensurate experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Possesses a strategic mindset.
• Excellent organizational and editorial skills along with liaison capabilities and knowledge of business development procedures is required.
• Demonstrated ability to oversee multiple projects and details simultaneously.
• Demonstrated ability to lead large, diverse, and disparate teams.
• Demonstrated experience managing