KPFF, a multi-office, multi-discipline engineering firm, is committed to Excellence, Trust, Relationships, Stability, and Passion. For over 65 years KPFF has been providing creative solutions and excellent client service for a diverse range of projects and industries. Our 1,500+ professionals in 36 offices nationwide thrive in a decentralized structure, offering abundant flexibility and numerous opportunities for professional growth. At KPFF, join a legacy of excellence where every team member has the opportunity to contribute to innovative solutions and meaningful projects. To learn more about us and the projects we work on, visit our website at www.kpff.com.
Job DescriptionKPFF Seattle is looking for an experienced Marketing Proposal Manager to join a fun, collaborative marketing team and support our proposal efforts in the downtown Seattle office. The successful candidate will have experience in a lead role with all aspects of RFQ and RFP proposal development and in preparing interview teams for a variety of clients in both the public and private sector.
Responsibilities:
- Independently kick-off and effectively lead the coordination and preparation of prime proposals of all sizes, working directly with technical and other staff as needed
- Ensure compliance with agency requirements
- Coordinate with and collect materials from subconsultants
- Collaborate with our graphics team and provide oversight and guidance on graphics development
- Responsible for writing non-technical portions of the proposal (cover letters, executive summaries, project descriptions, resumes, team qualifications, etc.)
- Review all proposal drafts and final documents to ensure responsiveness, thoroughness, accuracy, and quality
- Support the preparation of presentations and interviews as needed
Minimum Qualifications:
- 5+ years related experience
- Bachelor’s degree in English, Journalism, Communications, Marketing, or Equivalent
- Working proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe InDesign
- Excellent verbal communication, writing, proofreading, and organization skills
- Motivated self-starter with the ability to effectively handle multiple deadlines under pressure
- Collaborative team player with a positive attitude
- Detail-oriented
- Working knowledge of the Architectural/Engineering/Construction community in Seattle a plus
This position follows a four-day-per-week in-office schedule, with one remote workday each week. The specific schedule will be determined based on business and team needs.
Physical Demands:
- Duties are primarily conducted in a standard office setting, requiring prolonged periods of sitting at a desk or computer table.
- Occasionally may be required to lift objects weighing up to 15 lbs.
Compensation:
The base salary for this role is competitive and will be determined based on the candidate's experience, education, and skills. The expected range for a qualified candidate is $80,000.00 - $100,000.00
Additionally, we offer performance-based bonuses to recognize and reward outstanding contributions in each Reporting Center. During the interview process, we'll provide detailed information and address any questions you may have about the overall compensation package and benefits.
Benefits provided by KPFF include:
- An excellent 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer contributions
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance with a no-premium option
- Vision insurance with a no-premium option
- Health Savings Account (HSA) option with employer contribution
- Medical Flexible Spending Account (FSA) option
- Dependent Care FSA option
- Employee Assistance Program
- Group life insurance
- Short-term disability insurance
- Long-term disability insurance
- Seven paid holidays and two floating holidays
- 10 vacation days annually, which increases with years of service.
- 10 days of personal and sick time to care for yourself and family members.
- Up to one week (five business days) of paid jury duty per year.
- Six weeks of supplemental paid family leave
- Travel accident insurance
- Subsidized ORCA bus/rail pass
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
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KPFF Consulting Engineers participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.
KPFF Consulting Engineers is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, ethnicity, national origin, religion, marital status, sex/gender (including sexual orientation or gender identity), pregnancy, veteran status, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, or any other protected basis.
Skills Required
- 5+ years of related experience
- Bachelor’s degree in English, Journalism, Communications, Marketing, or equivalent
- Working proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
- Working proficiency in Adobe InDesign
- Excellent verbal communication, writing, proofreading, and organizational skills
- Ability to manage multiple deadlines under pressure
- Collaborative team player with a positive attitude
- Detail-oriented
- Working knowledge of the Architectural, Engineering, and Construction community in Seattle
KPFF Consulting Engineers Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Retirement Support — A guaranteed 3% employer 401(k) contribution is offered regardless of employee participation. This nonelective contribution provides predictable retirement savings support.
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Healthcare Strength — Choice of PPO or HDHP with HSA, plus dental, vision, company-paid short- and long-term disability, life/AD&D, and an EAP indicate robust health and income protection. These options form a comprehensive core benefits foundation.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — PTO for vacation, personal and sick time is paired with paid company holidays and two floating holidays. This structure underscores meaningful time-off provisions.
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What We Do
KPFF is a multi-office, multi-discipline engineering firm. We’re driven by a commitment to our core values of Excellence, Trust, Relationships, Stability, and Passion; defining our professional practice, how we are organized and our commitment to our clients and employees. For more than 60 years, KPFF has provided creative, practical solutions for projects of all kinds, scales and industries. We approach every design challenge to fulfill our passion for solving problems, delivering excellence and enabling the growth and creativity of our people, partners and profession.
