Marketing Senior Specialist - Federal

Company Description

We are Olsson, a team-based, purpose-driven engineering and design firm. Our solutions improve communities and our people make it possible.

Our most meaningful asset is our people, and we are dedicated to providing an environment where they can continue to learn, grow, and thrive. Our entrepreneurial spirit is what has allowed us — and will continue to allow us — to grow. The result? Inspired people, amazing designs, and projects with purpose.

Job Description

As a Federal Marketing Senior Specialist, you will work closely with technical staff to develop a strategy and coordinate the production of federal project marketing materials. You will facilitate the go/no go decision process, prepare proposal and interview materials, and lead project specific strategy and kick-off meetings for our federal program, and develop and manage our pursuit and proposal process for improvement. You will also plan, produce, and coordinate a range of other marketing support activities which could include market research, identifying leads, reviewing technical writing, assisting with conferences and client events, and maintaining the marketing database. You also must be able to work well under pressure, manage multiple tasks simultaneously, and meet strict deadlines.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Consults firm-wide on initiatives in a distinct area of expertise within the marketing service area.
• As part of client and project pursuit teams, utilizes a specialized depth of marketing expertise to collaboratively develop winning approaches and proactively recognize opportunities for strategic growth.
• Stays abreast of changes in the marketing environment and coordinates market research projects.
• Interprets best practices, internal, and external information to create effective solutions.
• Leads the development and implementation of new, firm-wide marketing programs to support the growth of the firm, ensuring programs and projects meet marketing objectives.
• Works collaboratively to drive and execute a robust marketing strategy that aligns with the firm’s strategic goals.
• Monitors effectiveness of marketing strategy, programs, and/or activities and develops plans to measure success and improve effectiveness.
• Collaborates with technical leaders on client and project pursuit strategies and goals that drive to firmwide targets.
• Develops data analytics approaches to monitor and improve the performance of the firm’s marketing activities.
• Brings in advanced and specialized expertise to create and communicate firmwide strategic goals and enhance marketing activities.

Qualifications

You are passionate about:

• Working collaboratively with others
• Having ownership in the work you do
• Using your talents to positively affect communities
• Growing professionally within a group of talented and supportive marketing professionals.

You bring to the team:

• Strong Communication Skills
• Ability to contribute and work well on a team
• A minimum of eight years of related A/E industry experience.
• A Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, Writing/Journalism, or a related major.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite products and Adobe InDesign.
• Previous experience with Deltek VantagePoint preferred, but not required
• SF330 experience preferred
• Experience with GovWin, Beta SAM, and FPDS
• Experience with Contractor Performance Assessment Reporting System (CPARS) and Past Performance Questionnaires (PPQs) helpful
• Strong communication skills.
• The ability to contribute and work well on a team.
• Strong time management skills and the ability to manage multiple high-priority tasks with strict deadlines.
• Self-motivation and the ability to work independently.
• Excellent interpersonal, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Has specialized depth and/or breadth of expertise in an area of marketing and leads the firm in this service.
• The ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams locally and in other offices within the Olsson footprint.
• The ability to develop and foster effective professional relationships both internally and externally.
• Has a proven track record in meeting and exceeding client expectations through excellent project management and technical expertise.
•  Has excellent client management, client service orientation, technical writing/editing, creativity, presentation skills, and a keen sense of design style.

Additional Information

Olsson is a nationally recognized, employee-owned firm specializing in planning and design, engineering, field services, environmental, and technology. Founded in 1956 on the very mindset that drives