Marketing and Proposal Specialist

Join a Team Making Waves in Water Resource Solutions

At NHC, we’re driven by a passion for solving complex challenges in inland and coastal water environments. From protecting communities from flood risks to restoring aquatic ecosystems, our team is committed to creating process-based, innovative solutions that leave a lasting impact.

We’re looking for a Marketing and Proposal Specialist to support our collaborative corporate marketing team. This is a dynamic, hands-on role supporting proposal development, marketing initiatives, and strategic communication across our offices in North America.

You’re a great fit if you are:

• Detail-oriented and organized with a creative mindset
• A proactive self-starter who thrives in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments
• A clear communicator with solid writing, editing, and problem-solving skills
• Team-oriented, reliable, and driven by integrity and respect
• Energized by variety, collaboration, and opportunities to grow

As a key member of our team, you’ll help lead the end-to-end development of winning proposals and contribute to internal and external marketing efforts. Your work will support NHC’s visibility, business development, and brand growth.

Key responsibilities include:

• Monitor bid opportunities and manage proposal planning and coordination (RFPs, RFQs, SOQs)
• Execute NHC’s 8-step proposal process and ensure timely, compliant submissions
• Design and produce high-quality proposal materials using Adobe Creative Suite and MS Office
• Maintain and update CRM opportunity records, resumes, and project descriptions
• Collaborate on interview presentations and debriefs to support continuous improvement
• Create marketing collateral, brochures, award submissions, and internal/external videos
• Contribute to NHC’s digital presence, including website and intranet content
• Support social media planning and content development
• Coordinate business development events and conference materials
• Facilitate and drive NHC’s key account management

• Diploma or degree in marketing, communications, journalism, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• 2–5 years of relevant proposal and marketing experience, preferably in engineering, environmental, architecture, or construction industries
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work collaboratively, manage time effectively, and follow structured processes across multiple stakeholders and deadlines
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Acrobat Pro) and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

We’re different and we like it that way. NHC is a 100% employee-owned company with minimal hierarchy and a strong culture of collaboration, innovation, and independence. In our corporate marketing department, you’ll have a clear path for career development whether you want to specialize in proposal strategy, pursue corporate communications, or explore technical marketing across our diverse service areas.

We offer:

• Competitive salary and potential for annual merit-based bonuses
• Core benefits with a generous flexible spending account
• Lifestyle spending account to support active lifestyle
• Employee Family Assistance Program
• Maternity and parental top-up pay
• Flexible, respectful, and engaging work environment
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth (e.g., memberships, training, certifications)
• Occasional travel and collaboration with offices across North America
• A chance to make a real impact on meaningful, water-focused projects

If you’re ready to bring your creativity, drive, and marketing expertise to a purpose-driven team, we want to hear from you.

Salary: $65,000 – $100,000 (starting salary will depend on knowledge, skills, and experience, full-time).

To apply, please send your resume and a cover letter. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. You must be legally eligible to work in the US.

• Full healthcare coverage including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
• Flexible spending account, Health Savings account, or Health Reimbursement account
• Employer-provided benefit allowance
• Wellness incentives
• Voluntary supplemental insurance
• Family-friendly benefits and work/life balance
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holiday time

NHC is an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.