Strategic Pursuit Specialist - Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson is a dynamic, 100% employee-owned consulting firm of more than 2,300 professionals that provides a full range of multi-disciplined engineering, architecture, information technology, and related services to public agencies and private clients throughout the United States. JMT is currently ranked #61 on Engineering News-Record’s list of the Top 500 Design Firms.

Position Summary: As the Strategic Pursuit Specialist for JMT's Alternative Project Delivery (APD) Practice, you will play a pivotal role in managing our most challenging transportation infrastructure projects. Your deep expertise in APD design and innovative construction procurement methods, like Design-Builds, will be vital as you lead a talented team of designers and contractors. Together, you will refine the proposal process, ensuring that our federal, state, and local transportation clients receive exceptional proposals that not only meet but surpass their project goals. Moreover, your proactive involvement in key business development initiatives—such as representing JMT at industry conferences and crafting compelling marketing materials—will be essential for driving the ongoing growth and success of the APD Practice.

Essential functions and responsibilities:

• Join forces with the local marketing coordinators to craft compelling submissions that not only meet project objectives but also highlight our team's unparalleled expertise in delivering effective solutions tailored to our clients' needs.
  • Participate in and provide feedback at pre-proposal meetings, kick-off meetings, color reviews, debriefings, etc. 
  • Facilitate storyboarding sessions and the development of content for pursuits and collateral materials
• Efficiently oversee multiple pursuit efforts across JMT's footprint, even when faced with accelerated timelines, ensuring we remain competitive and responsive.
• Uphold JMT's marketing quality management standards and style guide, ensuring all proposals not only comply but also stand out, while diligently following proposal close-out procedures. Adherence to JMT’s Quality Management System (QMS), ISO 9001:2015 Marketing procedures. 
• Collaborate closely with JMT's Creative Services team to produce striking visuals that elevate the final proposal, making a lasting impression.
• Exhibit strong management and leadership skills by clearly setting expectations, articulating goals, providing insightful feedback, and mentoring team members, fostering an environment of continuous growth and development.
• Deliver valuable performance feedback to regional marketing managers to enhance the effectiveness of the local marketing coordinators, ensuring a high standard of excellence across the board.
• Travel may be required to work with project teams in other JMT offices.   

Nonessential functions and responsibilities:

• Perform other related duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in marketing, business, communication, or a related field, or equivalent work experience. 
• Over 10 years of experience in the architecture, engineering, and construction (A/E/C) industry.
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365, Dynamics 365, and Adobe Creative Suite (particularly InDesign).
• Familiarity with the structure of Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and the proposal process.
• Experience in management or supervisory roles.

Working Conditions:

Experience the benefits of a flexible hybrid work schedule. While the office environment is mostly sedentary, you will also enjoy moments of movement with occasional standing and walking. Our office provides adequate lighting and temperature, and noise or dust does not cause hazardous or unpleasant conditions. Our offices are designed for your comfort, featuring optimal lighting and temperature control, ensuring a pleasant atmosphere.

Benefits:

JMT offers outstanding opportunities for career and professional growth. We are 100% employee-owned (ESOP) and offer outstanding health care coverage and other benefits, including: 

• Affordable Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance 
• Company paid Life and Disability Insurance 
• Paid Time Off  
• Paid Holidays  
• Paid Caregiver Leave Program  
• 401K Retirement Plan (Traditional and Roth options) 
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) 
• Career Development Programs  
• And more… 

JMT is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Vet/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity, and we are proud to be building an inclusive and diverse workforce.