Marketing Specialist

Marketing Specialist I - AEC Industry

An engineering and architecture consulting firm in Woodinville, WA is seeking a Marketing Specialist I to support proposal development and marketing efforts for public sector clients in the AEC (Architecture, Engineering, and Construction) industry. This is a contract to hire opportunity offering a collaborative in-office environment with occasional remote flexibility. The ideal candidate will have strong writing skills, experience with RFPs/RFQs/RFIs, and a passion for creating compelling proposal content that showcases the firm's capabilities.

Location: Woodinville, WA (In-office with occasional remote flexibility)

Job Type: Contract to Hire

Schedule: Monday - Friday, 40 hours/week

Pay: 29-41/hr (Based on experience, tenure, software proficiency, and relevant job titles)

Responsibilities

Prepare and submit proposals including RFPs, RFQs, and RFIs for public sector clients in the AEC industry

Draft and edit non-technical content such as cover letters, firm overviews, and resume summaries

Collaborate with engineers, architects, and project managers to gather technical content

Monitor procurement sites for opportunities and track deadlines and submission requirements

Support proposal production including formatting, proofreading, printing, and electronic submissions

Maintain proposal templates, marketing collateral, and project documentation

Assist with external marketing events such as conferences and sponsorships

Incorporate client feedback to improve proposal quality

Qualification Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, English, or related field (preferred)

1-3 years of experience in marketing or administrative roles; AEC industry experience preferred

Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Familiarity with Adobe InDesign and CRM tools (Salesforce preferred)

Understanding of AEC industry terminology and proposal standards

Comfortable using AI tools to enhance proposal development

Valid Washington State driver's license required

Disqualifiers

No proposal experience in the AEC industry

Lack of Adobe proficiency

No experience with RFP/RFQ/RFI processes

No collaborative experience with technical teams

Employee Value Proposition

Exposure to high-impact public projects

Collaborative and supportive team culture

Growth potential within the AEC marketing field

Opportunity to work closely with sr. leadership and technical staff

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $29.00 - $41.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Woodinville, WA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 17, 2025.

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