Proposal Coordinator

About the Role

Ignite your career with Garver's Water Marketing Team as a Proposal Coordinator. Join the expanding Marketing Team at Garver and become a Proposal Coordinator! This role demands strong written communication skills, an eye for design, and the ability to compile and refine a range of data and marketing materials. You will use those skills in this unique role where you function as equal parts graphic designer, content writer, data guru, and project manager. The ideal candidate will embody team spirit, excel in both independent and collaborative work environments, and effortlessly juggle multiple tasks while prioritizing deadlines. You'll collaborate closely with engineers on Garver’s Water team to push the creative envelope and deliver industry-leading proposals that win new work.

Key Responsibilities

• Take the reins of the proposal process, overseeing everything from RFP release to final client delivery. This includes owning the document, effectively communicating proposal requirements to the team, setting up and keeping internal draft deadlines, crafting, editing, and meticulously proofreading complex proposals, government forms, and quality control checks to meet client specifications.
• Use Adobe InDesign and our custom graphic assets to craft proposals that vividly illustrate why Garver stands above the competition, seamlessly blending your unique graphic style with our brand.
• Craft custom-written content that speaks directly to the client's selection committee and sets us apart from the competition, weaving a narrative that showcases Garver's distinct strengths and compelling the client to choose Garver.
• Coordinate and organize a wealth of technical information, encompassing photography, external subconsultant data, and marketing materials such as brochures, posters, and project award entries.
• Contribute to the central information database of custom content for future projects as a vital cog in the Water Marketing Team.
• Gradually increase understanding of the water engineering industry to communicate effectively with Garver's project leaders and clients.
• Collaborate with the team to create compelling client presentations that secure project wins.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Adobe InDesign (with a drive to master the program)
• Basic graphic design and page layout principles

Qualifications

• Education or proven experience in Communications, Graphic Design, Public Relations, Business, Journalism, English, Marketing, Advertising, or a related field.
• Demonstrated writing and editing skills.
• Accuracy and efficiency in incorporating red-line edits.
• Outstanding communication skills.
• Demonstrated project management skills that can receive information from multiple channels while holding parties accountable to deadlines and drive progress.
• Enthusiasm and a strong work ethic.
• A passion for science and a creative streak.

While AEC experience is valuable, it is not required.

This is an entry-level position.