Marketing Manager

Job Title: Marketing Manager

Location: New Orleans, LA (In-Office Position)

ABOUT US:

For over 100 years, Woodward Design + Build has been a regional leader in the design and construction industry. Headquartered in New Orleans, Woodward's culture encourages innovation alongside accountability and offers challenging career opportunities. We are looking for energetic, talented candidates to help position Woodward to win business opportunities and Woodward's communications and Marketing Manager candidates who are passionate about crafting persuasive, effective messaging and images as well as leading and coordinating impressive responses to new business opportunities through Request for Proposals, Requests for Qualifications, and other collateral materials that support business development and sales.

In this role, the Marketing Manager will support the Marketing Director in developing digital and print communications, marketing materials, and graphics that advance Woodward''s strategic goals and strengthen the firm''s position as a leader in the construction, engineering, and design industry.

The ideal candidate is action-oriented and details-obsessed and can effectively manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Reporting to the Marketing Director, this position primarily supports the Business Development and Preconstruction teams, while also partnering with Human Resources on employee engagement and communications and supporting Operations with project branding, signage, and related marketing initiatives.

Woodward offers a supportive, rigorous, value-driven work environment and a wide range of exciting projects that will keep you challenged, motivated, and growing in your career.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Proposal Development and Business Development Support (~60%)

Lead the development of high-quality, deadline-driven proposals, qualifications packages, presentations, and other business development materials to support the firm''s pursuit of new work.

o Coordinate and produce proposals, qualifications packages, interview presentations, and other pursuit-related materials.

o Develop compelling layouts, graphics, and written content that align with Woodward''s brand standards.

o Collaborate with technical staff, business development leaders, and executive leadership to gather information and develop winning proposal strategies.

o Coordinate proposal schedules, delivery requirements, and submission deadlines.

o Publish, assemble, and deliver final proposal packages in compliance with client requirements.

o Maintain proposal resources, resumes, project sheets, and other marketing collateral to support future pursuits.

• Corporate Marketing and Brand Promotion (~20%)

Support the firm''s marketing initiatives by developing engaging content and maintaining a consistent brand presence across digital and print platforms.

o Develop graphics and content for the firm''s website, social media platforms, email campaigns, advertisements, and promotional materials.

o Coordinate with project teams and department leaders to identify company news, project milestones, and employee achievements for marketing campaigns.

o Assist with the development and distribution of email marketing campaigns.

o Design advertisements, sponsorship materials, brochures, presentations, and other branded collateral.

o Ensure consistency of the Woodward brand across all external marketing communications.

• Management/Administrative/Support (~20%)

Provide administrative and organizational support to ensure the marketing department operates efficiently and maintains accurate, up-to-date marketing resources.

o Maintain and update company websites, including project profiles, employee biographies, service descriptions, and news content.

o Coordinate professional photography and maintain the firm''s marketing image library.

o Assist with internal communications and employee engagement initiatives, including newsletters and company events.

o Coordinate promotional items, branded apparel, signage, and marketing materials.

o Organize and maintain marketing files, templates, databases, and other department resources.

o Perform other marketing and administrative duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:

• Five (5) or more years of marketing, communications, or related experience within a professional business environment; experience in professional services preferred, with Architecture, Engineering, Construction (AEC), Construction Management, or Commercial Real Estate industries highly desirable
• Bachelor's degree in marketing, Communications, Graphic Design, Public Relations, or a related field
• Demonstrated professional copywriting and business writing experience required
• Graphic design and publication/layout design experience preferred
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud, including InDesign, required; experience with Photoshop and Illustrator preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including PowerPoint, Word, and Excel, required
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Exceptional organizational skills with strong attention to detail
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities, balance competing deadlines, and work effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a team
• Demonstrated commitment to Woodward''s core values of Reliability, Determination, Teamwork, Humility, and Courage, with a mindset of assuming the best in others
• Valid driver''s license with the ability to travel locally for project photography, proposal deliveries, client meetings, industry events, and other business-related activities as needed; mileage reimbursed

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• This is a fully in-office position.
• Must be able to lift/pull a minimum of 20lbs.
• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to travel locally during work hours.

BENEFITS:

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid holidays
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid Family Medical Leave Act
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Career development and growth opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Salary is commensurate with experience, together with a competitive benefits package. Join us for a more collaborative approach to the built environment.

Qualified candidates should submit:

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• 2-3 representative work samples demonstrating their experience in proposal development, graphic design, marketing communications, or other relevant professional marketing materials. (Work samples may be redacted as necessary to protect confidential information.)