Marketing Specialist (3-5 years)
Mid-level General Marketing role at Coffman Engineers, Inc.. Portland · full-time · $70,000–$78,000 base.
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What you'll do
- Coordinate proposals and produce presentations, marketing materials, and business development content
- Keep marketing data and resources accurate and organized for internal teams
- Support client relationship efforts, communications, and special events
- Handle multiple deadlines while working independently and responding to team needs
What you bring
- Three to five years of marketing or proposal coordination experience, preferably in the AEC industry
- Background coordinating proposals, presentations, marketing materials, and business development work
- Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills with excellent attention to detail
- Ability to manage competing deadlines in a fast-moving environment while staying organized and adaptable
- Proficiency with Microsoft 365 and Adobe Creative Cloud, including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneNote, InDesign, Photoshop, and Acrobat
Who this fits
You’ll suit this role if you are organized, detail-focused, collaborative, and comfortable balancing independent work with changing team needs. The position is hybrid in Portland and does not offer sponsorship. You’ll work across proposal, marketing, business development, client engagement, and event activities.
From the employer
At Coffman Engineers, we serve as both prime consultant and subconsultant on projects large and small. The markets we serve include commercial, institutional, government, industrial, healthcare, energy services, and more. Incorporated in 1979, we have employees in more than 23 locations serving clients across the United States and overseas.
Our broad range of markets, clients, and services, coupled with industry-leading talent, provides unique and exciting opportunities to grow as professionals, serve clients, and make a difference in our communities. To meet client objectives, we work in teams comprised of civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, fire protection, industrial, energy, acoustics, and a variety of other specialty services. Our collaborative approach fosters innovation, technical excellence, and value-based solutions for our clients. It also makes Coffman a great place to work.
Our mission is simple: To empower our team to deliver innovative engineering solutions focused on our clients’ success. As a Marketing Specialist at Coffman Engineers, you’ll be part of a collaborative, creative, and high-performing team that believes in making a difference for our clients and our communities. You’ll experience a culture where your growth and contributions truly matter.
The Marketing Specialist at Coffman Engineers plays a key role in supporting business development and marketing efforts through proposal coordination, content management, client engagement activities, and special event support. This position serves as a trusted resource for developing and producing high-quality proposals, managing marketing data and resources, supporting client relationship initiatives, and coordinating internal and external communications.
The ideal candidate has a strong background in marketing and business development, with knowledge of industry concepts, strategies, and best practices. They are organized, efficient, and collaborative, with experience managing proposals, maintaining data integrity, and balancing multiple priorities while contributing to the firm's growth and client success. Success in this role requires strong attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and a passion for learning and continuous improvement.
- Positive, collaborative attitude and strong commitment to teamwork.
- 3-5 years of marketing or proposal coordination experience, preferably in the AEC (Architecture, Engineering, and Construction) industry.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work.
- Ability to work independently while remaining organized, adaptable, and responsive to team needs.
- Experience coordinating proposals, presentations, marketing materials, and business development activities.
- Proficiency with Microsoft 365 applications, including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and OneNote.
- Proficiency with Adobe Creative Cloud, including InDesign, Photoshop, and Acrobat
This is a job that requires use of both the left and right sides of your brain. Few people can do it well. For the right person, it’s a great job. Your application is your best opportunity to demonstrate the skills we’re looking for.
When you apply, please provide:
- A single-page cover letter that briefly details your experience and describes what drives you personally.
- A resume that includes your professional experience, achievements, and organizational involvement.
- Work samples. Proposals…press releases…strategic plans…we’d love to see them!
Please combine all files into one document to upload with your online application. We look forward to learning more about you!
Salary range: $70,000-$78,000
This position is not eligible for sponsorship.
Why You Want to Work Here
You could choose to work anywhere, so why work at Coffman Engineers? Because we are different – our culture sets us apart. Simply stated, we are a group of creative, high-performing people who like working together and believe that what we do makes a difference. Employees say that it feels like working with a group of friends in a small office while enjoying the benefits and perks of working for a large firm. Our culture is not the only thing that makes us different, but it drives everything we do.
Coffman offers comprehensive benefits, including a flexible PTO program and a fun office environment. Coffman’s Portland office is located in the heart of downtown at Sixth & Main with bike parking, workout facilities, locker rooms with private showers, a tenant lounge and outdoor patio, and beautiful views of downtown from the 16th floor of our modern office space that has a kitchen, conference room and wellness room. Enjoy the vibrant food scene, coffee roasters, and breweries with easy access to public transportation and the waterfront. Join us!
Don’t take our word for it. Check out what others are saying:
Glassdoor Reviews: http://www.glassdoor.com/Reviews/Coffman-Engineers-Reviews-E409809.htm
Coffman at a Glance
- 47 years in business
- 850+ employees serving clients throughout the U.S. and overseas from more than 23 locations
- Multi-discipline engineering services plus corrosion control, commissioning, and project/construction management
- #34 Top 80 Engineering Firms, Building Design + Construction, 2022
- #29 Zweig Group Hot Firm List, Zweig Group, 2021
- #157 Top 500 Design Firms, Engineering News-Record, 2023, 2024
- Voted #2 Best Place to Work!
Applying
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Equal Opportunity Statement
This position is direct with Coffman Engineers; we are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of any status protected under federal, state, or local law.
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Website: www.coffman.com
Twitter: @CoffmanEngineer
Instagram: @CoffmanEngineers
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/coffman-engineers
Facebook: @CoffmanEngineers
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