Bachelor's or Master's degree in Communications or related field
Flexibility to work outside normal hours
Willingness to travel occasionally
Basic knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite and Microsoft Office
Confident communicator
Detail-oriented and proactive
Team player with a client service mentality
Strong ability to interpret and convey technical information
Responsibilities
Catalyze growth of Kimley-Horn's MEP practice
Assist with client relationship building and proposal strategies
Engage in business development to capture profitable new projects
Research and assist in developing strategic business opportunities
Represent Kimley-Horn at networking events and activities
Collaborate with project managers on market forecasts and upcoming opportunities
Ensure marketing support for project managers
Position the firm favorably for market opportunities
Lead marketing efforts for proposals and presentations
Coordinate special projects and regional conferences
Manage multiple concurrent deadlines effectively
Benefits
Office-based role in a dynamic environment
Opportunity to influence brand building and strategic growth
Engagement in varied business development activities
Networking opportunities within the MEP industry
Supportive team environment with collaboration on multiple projects
Potential for involvement in significant marketing initiatives
Flexibility in work schedule to accommodate travel and events
Full Job Description
Overview
Kimley-Horn is looking for an MEP Business Development & Marketing Specialist to join our team in Irvine, California (CA). The primary focus of this role is to increase the firm’s visibility and presence in the MEP industry with emphasis on holistic brand-building and strategic growth for the market. This is an office-based role at 20 Pacifica, Suite 1000, Irvine, CA 92618.
Responsibilities
The primary purpose of this role is to be a catalyst for growth of Kimley-Horn's MEP practice
Assist with identification, relationship building, pursuit, and proposal strategy for various targeted clients and projects
Assist in business development activities to ensure adequate, profitable new business is captured
Research business opportunities and assist in strategy development.
Positively represent Kimley-Horn via active engagement in networking events, activities, and organizations.
Partner with project managers to strategize on their market forecast, upcoming opportunities, and other potential clients/projects.
Partner with the regional Marketing team to ensure proper support to project managers.
Favorably position the firm for existing and future market opportunities.
Support and lead (when appropriate) marketing efforts for proposals, presentations, and other direct work-winning activities.
Coordinate special projects/events, including regional conferences
Manage multiple concurrent time sensitive deadlines
Qualifications
10+ years of A/E/C industry experience
Bachelors or Masters Degree in Communications, Journalism, Marketing, Public Relations, English, or a similar field
Flexibility to work outside normal working hours
Willingness to occasionally travel (as required) for business needs
Basic knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite and Microsoft Office
Confident communicator
Detail-oriented and proactive
Team player with a positive attitude/client service mentality
Strong ability to gather, interpret, and convey technical information
Salary Range: $120,000 to $150,000
About Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc.
Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. is a multi-disciplinary engineering consulting firm that provides planning, engineering, and design services for a wide range of clients. The company offers services in the areas of aviation, environmental, landscape architecture, land planning, parking consulting, roadway design, structural engineering, transit and rail, transportation planning, and water resources. Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. serves clients in the United States.
