Marketing Manager, Pursuit Marketing

As a national leader in the construction industry, Suffolk is redefining what it means to build. We challenge the status quo every day by gathering the people, innovations, and partnerships that can explore and go after new ways to do our jobs. Our focus on high-performing teams and technology translates to groundbreaking solutions for all industry sectors and phases of building. We provide value throughout the entire project lifecycle by leveraging our core construction management services alongside vertical service lines, an approach that is revolutionizing the industry and making a permanent mark on the world of business. Join us for a thrilling experience that will energize you, challenge you, and propel your career.

About Suffolk

Suffolk is a national enterprise that invests, innovates, and builds. We provide value throughout the entire project lifecycle by leveraging our core construction management services with vertical service lines that include real estate capital investment, design, self-perform construction services, technology start-up investment and innovation research and development. We have $4.5 billion in annual revenue, 2,400 employees, and main offices in Boston (headquarters), New York, Miami, West Palm Beach, Tampa, Estero, Dallas, Los Angeles, San Francisco, and San Diego. We serve clients in every major industry sector, including health care, science and technology, education, gaming, transportation and aviation, and commercial. Suffolk is privately held and is led by founder, chairman and CEO John Fish. We’re ranked #23 on the Engineering News Record list of “Top 400 Contractors.” And we’re proud to be a certified 2021 “Great Place to Work.” For more information, visit www.suffolk.com and follow Suffolk on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, YouTube, and Instagram. 

The Role

The Marketing Manager is responsible for leading the development of RFQ/RFP and client interview materials to position Suffolk as the builder of choice. This role will work closely with other pursuit marketing team members, as well as regional leadership, operations, preconstruction, and business development to develop best-in-class materials that effectively communicate a strong value proposition while supporting the company’s vision. 

• Lead the development of best-in-class RFQ/P responses and interview materials
• Collaborate with stakeholders including leadership, operations, preconstruction, and business development to clearly define and articulate pursuit value propositions
• Create compelling pursuit content including layouts, narratives, and graphics that emphasize the value proposition and Suffolk differentiators in accordance with RFQ/P requirements
• Collect, enhance, and quality-check all aspects of pursuit materials from various internal and external stakeholders
• Manage the timeline and process for key pursuits from facilitation of the pursuit kickoff meeting, tracking and incorporating all deliverables, and ensuring timely delivery of best-in-class materials to the client
• Collaborate with pursuit marketing team members in other regions to leverage best practices and share lessons learned
• Manage concurrent assignments to deliver materials that adhere to quality, branding, and content standards
• Facilitate internal debrief sessions after key pursuits to identify opportunities for continued improvement
• Partner with corporate marketing team and outside vendors as necessary to identify and develop creative solutions to enhance RFQ/P responses and interview materials 
• Develop collateral and provide information to support business development efforts
• Manage or support regional marketing activities, events, and communications, as needed
• Stay abreast of industry trends and represent Suffolk within local A/E/C community, as needed
• Provide support and training for junior team members and/or seasonal interns, as needed

• 5+ years in marketing within the AEC industry required
• BS/BA with concentration in marketing, business, English, journalism, or communications preferred
• Proven ability to initiate work, make strategic decisions, and follow through to meet deadlines
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a focus on client service
• Ability to anticipate needs, problem solve, and proactively respond to challenges
• Strong attention to detail with an emphasis on quality
• Excellent writing skills and strong design sense with a high level of creativity
• Highly organized with the ability to multi-task and work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Strong technical proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (particularly InDesign) and Microsoft Office (particularly PowerPoint)
• Demonstrates Suffolk’s Core Values of Passion, Integrity, Hard Work, Professionalism, and Caring

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit for long periods of time; talk or hear; perform fine motor, hand and finger skills in the use of a keyboard, telephone, or writing. The employee is frequently required to stands; walk; and reach with arms and/or hands. Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. The employee will spend their time in an office environment with a quiet to moderate noise level. Job site walking.

Suffolk provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, national origin, citizenship, genetic information, disability, protected veteran, gender identity, age or any other status protected by law. This policy applies to recruiting, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, and all other terms and conditions of employment. Suffolk will not tolerate any unlawful discrimination toward, or harassment of, applicants or employees by anyone at Suffolk Ventures, or anyone working on behalf of Suffolk.