The Opportunity:Tetra Tech is seeking a collaborative, innovative, and hands-on
Graphics Manager in Denver, CO. Position SummaryTetra Tech is seeking a collaborative, innovative, and hands-on
Graphics Manager to provide creative leadership and direction as part of the integrated marketing team. This individual will lead, manage, and develop a team of graphic designers, oversee creative strategy and design quality, and foster a collaborative environment where marketers and designers work together to develop compelling, high-quality deliverables. As a key member of the marketing leadership team, the Creative Services Manager will partner with marketing management and leadership to help shape the team's vision, advance strategic initiatives, strengthen processes, and drive continuous improvement. The ideal candidate is a creative professional and effective people leader who balances hands-on design expertise with a passion for mentorship, collaboration, innovation, and team success.
Essential FunctionsCreative Leadership & Design Excellence§ Lead creative strategy and provide hands-on design support for major pursuits, proposals, presentations, marketing campaigns, and internal initiatives
§ Oversee development of visually compelling templates, infographics, custom graphics, presentations, and marketing collateral that effectively communicate complex technical information
§ Provide creative direction and visual storytelling expertise to strengthen marketing strategies, messaging, and overall deliverable quality
§ Drive the development and evolution of design templates, visual elements, and creative resources while maintaining brand consistency across the organization
§ Review creative deliverables to ensure design quality, accuracy, consistency, and alignment with brand standards
§ Serve as a creative advisor on cross-functional, regional, and organization-wide marketing initiatives
Team Leadership & Professional Development§ Manage, mentor, and develop graphic designers across multiple regions, fostering a positive, collaborative, and high-performing team environment
§ Establish clear performance expectations, provide constructive feedback, conduct performance evaluations, and support individual career development
§ Lead graphics onboarding, training, and professional development initiatives to strengthen technical capabilities and creative excellence
§ Encourage knowledge-sharing, cross-training, and mentorship to promote continuous learning and professional growth
§ Lead graphics recruiting, hiring, succession planning, and long-term talent development
§ Foster a culture of accountability, adaptability, creativity, and shared ownership of marketing team success
Strategic Leadership & Continuous Improvement§ Partner with marketing leadership to help shape and execute the team's strategic vision, goals, and long-term priorities
§ Lead and support marketing team initiatives focused on innovation, operational efficiency, creative excellence, and process improvement
§ Identify opportunities to enhance design workflows, creative resources, and production processes to improve quality, consistency, and efficiency
§ Champion emerging technologies, advanced design tools, and automation to strengthen creative capabilities and streamline workflows
§ Guide the development and documentation of design standards, best practices, and quality assurance processes
§ Contribute creative expertise and leadership to organization-wide initiatives, marketing planning, and evolving team needs
Workload Management & Operational Excellence§ Oversee graphic design workload allocation, resource planning, scheduling, and team capacity in coordination with marketing management
§ Proactively manage competing priorities and deadlines to ensure timely delivery of high-quality materials
§ Balance hands-on creative production with leadership, mentoring, and operational responsibilities
§ Evaluate resource needs, identify workflow challenges, and implement solutions to improve team efficiency and responsiveness
§ Maintain a service-oriented, solutions-focused approach that supports marketing objectives and business development priorities
Required Qualifications- Experience: Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in graphic design, creative services, or visual communications, preferably within the architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) industry
- Education: Bachelor's degree in graphic design, visual communications, marketing, or a related field; equivalent professional experience may be considered
- Adobe Creative Cloud: Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud applications, including InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, and Acrobat Pro; Experience with Premiere Pro and After Effects preferred
- Microsoft PowerPoint: Advanced proficiency in PowerPoint, including custom presentation design, visual storytelling, animations, and development of professional, executive-level presentations
- Business Management: Strong business acumen with experience in resource planning, project management, prioritization, and aligning creative services with broader organizational objectives
- Collaboration & Communication: Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and relationship-building skills, with demonstrated ability to collaborate across multidisciplinary teams and organizational leadership
- Creative Strategy: Proven ability to provide creative direction, maintain brand consistency, and deliver innovative, high-quality visual solutions across multiple projects and competing deadlines
- Strategic Thinking & Innovation: Demonstrated ability to lead process improvements, embrace emerging technologies, and contribute to organizational initiatives that enhance team performance and operational efficiency
Work Environment / Environmental FactorsWork may be performed in-office, remotely, or at project sites.
Physical Requirements- Regularly required to sit and work at a computer for extended periods, with occasional standing and walking in the office environment.
- Occasionally required to lift or move up to 10 pounds, with infrequent lifting of up to 25 pounds.
- Requires use of hands for typing, handling materials, and operating office equipment.
- Vision abilities include close vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Salary: 105k to 140k dependent on experience.
This posting will expire 12/12/2026.
Life at Tetra Tech:The perks of working at Tetra Tech include:
- Comprehensive and market-competitive benefits.
- Merit-based financial rewards.
- Flexibility and company-wide commitment to work/life balance.
- Collaborative team atmosphere that values the contributions of all employees.
- Learning and development opportunities for ongoing professional growth.
