Marketing Manager

Walsh is currently seeking a Marketing Manager for our Building Division in Chicago, IL.

As a member of The Walsh Group, you will need to be able to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment where clear and precise communication is critical to the continued growth of the business. You will work in a team environment coordinating construction proposals with a heavy emphasis on word processing, industry research, desktop publishing, formatting and minimal graphic functions. You will support the proposal process by preparing proposal outlines and proposal templates; formatting proposal volumes including resumes and past performance references; developing tables and graphics; formatting and producing presentations and various promotional materials. In addition, the successful candidate will prepare material for exhibits and conferences and assist in preparing marketing material as needed.

Walsh is a rapidly growing, highly diversified construction company, and we constantly seek builders and business people to join our industry-leading team. Walsh employees are "built to succeed" - competitive entrepreneurs with strong character who are energized by working on a team to meet challenges and are willing to take risks after careful planning. There are many compelling reasons why exceptional people should consider a career with our company:

• Challenging, complex projects 
• Creative and innovative problem solving environment 
• Supportive, communicative managers who reward your success 
• Opportunities for growth, training, and development 
• Flexibility to build what you want, where you want

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage and produce marketing deliverables ensuring highest quality and timeliness 
• Participate in local annual business/sales planning 
• Conduct weekly marketing meeting, track sales to ensure timely approvals 
• Ensure and enforce branding standards, including proper usage of logo 
• Oversee and manage local marketing budget 
• Hire and develop direct reports; conduct formal personnel reviews annually and assist in the development of individual career plans and goals 
• Develop internal and external presentations and facilitate interview preparation with strategic thought 
• Work with graphic designers to create project graphics and production materials and populate the graphics library 
• Cultivate talent 
• Strong leadership qualities 
• Motivate others, encouraging them to increase their abilities and work ethic 
• Delegate tasks to others 
• Speak at meetings and perform presentations 
• Compose memorandums and consult with individuals who hold leadership positions within the organization

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing, Graphic Design, Journalism, or English 
• 5-7 years of working experience, preferably in the construction/architecture industry 
• Ability to meet deadlines in a fast paced, changing environment while managing multiple projects and completion dates 
• Strong writing and editing skills (including grammar and punctuation) 
• Understanding of AEC industry would be preferred but not required 
• High proficiency in desktop publishing, presentation and other marketing related software, including Adobe Creative Suite 
• Experience managing staff preferred