Proposal & Marketing Manager

Jamail & Smith stands as a beacon of excellence in construction, committed to unparalleled customer service and pioneering operational standards. Since our founding in 1982, we have proudly delivered over 9,710 projects with precision and efficiency, earning the trust of more than 80 public entities. Specializing in Job Order Contracting and CSP Construction Services, we continuously innovate to exceed expectations, ensuring every project is completed on time and within budget.

At the heart of our business model lies a vibrant focus on the K-12, government, higher education, medical and municipal construction sectors, driving our sustained leadership in the market. Join a legacy of success and innovation—become part of the Jamail & Smith team, where dedication to quality and client satisfaction defines who we are.

Ready to lead and shape the strategies that drive business growth?

Jamail & Smith is seeking an experienced and strategic Marketing & Proposal Manager to lead our Proposal Team and oversee the development of high-impact marketing and proposal initiatives. In this leadership role, you will be responsible for driving the firm’s pursuit strategy, managing proposal development efforts, and elevating our brand presence to help secure new business.

This position is ideal for a confident leader and strategic communicator who blends creativity with structure. You bring a strong command of storytelling, exceptional writing and editing skills, and the ability to guide teams in producing persuasive, client-focused proposals. You will set standards for quality, consistency, and strategy—ensuring every proposal and marketing deliverable aligns with client needs and reinforces Jamail & Smith’s competitive advantage.

The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment and excels at managing priorities, mentoring team members, and collaborating across departments. Your ability to translate complex technical information into compelling narratives—and to lead others in doing the same—will be critical to strengthening our market position and supporting long‑term growth.

Lead and manage the proposal development process from pursuit kickoff through final submission. Establish proposal strategies, assign responsibilities, manage schedules, and ensure deadlines and quality standards are consistently met.

Oversee the creation of engaging, on‑brand marketing content, including proposals, presentations, case studies, project profiles, website content, and marketing collateral. Ensure messaging is strategic, compelling, and aligned with business development goals.

Partner closely with business development, project executives, estimators, and operations leadership to develop winning proposal strategies. Facilitate collaboration with internal subject matter experts to gather technical content and translate it into clear, client-focused narratives that differentiate Jamail & Smith.

Establish and enforce proposal and marketing quality standards. Review, edit, and refine materials to ensure accuracy, consistency, and strategic alignment. Maintain and continuously improve proposal content libraries, templates, and marketing assets.

Oversee brand consistency across all touchpoints, including social media, website updates, company‑branded materials, jobsite signage, and promotional items. Ensure all marketing efforts reflect Jamail & Smith’s identity, values, and professional standards.

Represent Jamail & Smith at industry events, trade shows, and networking opportunities. Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, partners, and industry peers while promoting the firm’s capabilities and reputation.

Mentor, coach, and support marketing and proposal team members. Foster a collaborative, high‑performing team environment that encourages innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement.

You’ll see your work win real business.

Your ideas, messaging, and strategy directly influence which projects Jamail & Smith wins—this is marketing with measurable impact, not background support.

Fast‑paced, high‑visibility work.

If you thrive under deadlines and like seeing your work move quickly from concept to submission, this role will energize you.

401K Matching, Health, Vision & Dental Insurance, 3 Weeks PTO per year.