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Marketing Assistant

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The Whiting-Turner Contracting Company

2mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry, Junior & Mid Level
  • Marketing
    Design
  • San Diego

AI generated summary

  • You must have a bachelor's in Marketing or Communications, be proficient in relevant software, and be willing to travel 1-3 days sporadically.
  • You will collaborate with teams on RFQs/RFPs, create proposal materials, edit content, develop visual responses, prepare presentations, and conduct market research in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements

  • The successful candidate must have a bachelor’s degree in Marketing or Communications and should be proficient in the software mentioned above. Sporadic travel is required, generally occurring 1-3 days at a time.

Responsibilities

  • The marketing assistant is responsible for working with the operations groups, project managers through senior vice presidents, in their pursuits to get work. The marketing assistant participates in all stages of the pursuit, from strategy to proposal preparation to presentations, in a deadline-driven environment.
  • Collaborating with operations to determine best strategy in responding to an RFQ / RFP.
  • Developing relevant proposal materials (firm profile, resumes, project sheets, etc.).
  • Editing content to ensure quality, accuracy, readability, etc.
  • Transforming text-heavy narratives into visual/graphical responses.
  • Preparing teams for client presentations.
  • Performing market research.

FAQs

What is the primary responsibility of a Marketing Assistant at Whiting-Turner Contracting Company?

The primary responsibility of a Marketing Assistant is to collaborate with operations groups and project managers throughout all stages of project pursuits, from strategy development to proposal preparation and client presentations.

What types of software should I be proficient in for this role?

You should be proficient in Adobe InDesign, Microsoft Office 365 (including PowerPoint, Word, and Excel), and ideally have knowledge of Adobe Photoshop. Familiarity with company opportunity management software is also important.

Is a specific degree required for this position?

Yes, a bachelor’s degree in Marketing or Communications is required for this position.

Will I need to travel for this job?

Yes, sporadic travel is required, usually consisting of 1-3 days at a time.

What kind of tasks will I be performing regarding proposal materials?

You will be responsible for developing relevant proposal materials such as firm profiles, resumes, project sheets, and editing content to ensure quality, accuracy, and readability.

What is a key aspect of collaborating with operations in this role?

A key aspect is determining the best strategy for responding to an RFQ/RFP and preparing teams for client presentations.

How does the company ensure diversity in the workplace?

The Whiting-Turner Contracting Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, actively including individuals with disabilities and veterans.

What types of market research will I be involved in?

You will perform market research as part of your duties to inform proposal strategies and improve the organization's competitive position in the marketplace.

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The Whiting-Turner Contracting Company

Working together is who we are and what we do.

Real Estate
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
1909
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

“How fortunate we all are to work in an industry that produces such a tangible work product that affects so many profoundly. All of us face difficult obstacles on all of our projects, but at the end of the day, we collectively turn around, look at what we’ve created, and it takes our breath away. It’s why we do it.” - Tim Regan, President and CEO Whiting-Turner provides construction management, general contracting, design-build and integrated project delivery services on projects small and large for a diverse group of customers. Since 1909, the firm has been guided by the principles of integrity, excellence and an unwavering dedication to customer delight. With offices nationwide, the firm’s over 4,000 salaried professionals provide depth of resources to service nationally and to build locally. The mission of Whiting-Turner is to build on our reputation for integrity, excellence, experience and leadership as the nation’s finest construction organization. Our demonstrated stability, industry standing and financial strength serves as a model for the construction industry. Our strategy to promote from within allows us to develop our talent and leadership internally and encourages employee retention. We perennially rank with the top domestic general building contractors by Engineering News-Record (ENR), and do so through internal growth, not acquisition. Whiting-Turner is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans, and is committed to diversity in our workplaces.