Marketing Specialist

Requisition ID: 64321

Kiewit is one of North America’s largest and most respected construction and engineering organizations. With its roots dating back to 1884, the employee-owned company operates through a network of offices and projects in the United States, Canada, Mexico and Australia. Kiewit offers construction and engineering services in a variety of markets including transportation, water/wastewater, power, oil, gas and chemical, building and mining. Kiewit had 2016 revenues of $8.6 billion and employs more than 20,000 staff and craft employees.

How We’re Different

• Consistently ranked within the top five of the “Top 400 Contractors” according to Engineering News-Record
• Consistently recognized as one of the best places to work in North America and in 2015, named one of Fortune’s Most Admired Companies
• Top-tier health, dental and vision insurance available from day one of employment
• 401K savings plan that includes company dollar-for-dollar match on contributions up to 6 percent
• Our employees are entitled to accrue at least 20 days paid time off each year
• We spend an average of $8,500 per employee each year on training and career development, and reimburse up to $5,250 per year in outside tuition costs

Marketing/Proposal Specialist

The position will support the business development efforts of a joint venture team, working with personnel from Kiewit and its partner companies in Lenexa and throughout North America. The proposal/marketing specialist will report to the proposal and marketing manager.

Responsibilities: Proposals and Interviews (75%)

• Lead the development of compliant and compelling proposals
• Develop and communicate proposal milestone schedule, division of responsibilities, templates, and other coordination documents for each proposal
• Facilitate/participate in key issues analysis, strategy, and capture planning sessions
• Coordinate communication between proposal/estimate team and client
• Lead and participate in proposal kick-off, update, and review meetings
• Write proposal content and develop graphics that help convey content
• Edit proposal content for grammar, voice, clarity, etc.
• Produce, package, and submit final proposals
• Archive proposal information for future reference
• Support team in development of shortlist presentations and materials

Marketing (25%)

• Assist with writing, editing, and design of client presentations and marketing collateral
• Update team SharePoint site as needed
• Support BD team with weekly CRM updates
• Assist with experience tracking and project profile development
• Develop and maintain library of boilerplate information and resumes

Requirements:

• 0-2 years of experience in marketing or related field
• Has obtained or will obtain a bachelor’s degree in marketing, communication, journalism, or related field
• Eagerness to learn
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment with simultaneous projects
• Excellent writing, editing, time management, organizational and interpersonal skills
• Energetic and outgoing personality with the ability and desire to work in a team environment
• Strong proficiency with MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Power Point) is required; database experience is a plus
• Experience with Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop & InDesign); graphic design skills a plus
• Must demonstrate a commitment to quality, meticulous attention to detail and consistency in work product
• Ability to engage with senior technical and upper management on a daily basis
• Some travel may be required to support proposal or presentation teams

Kiewit is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.