Joining Arup  

At Arup we’re dedicated to sustainable development and to do socially useful work that has meaning.  Our purpose, shared values and collaborative approach has set us apart for over 75 years, guiding how we shape a better world.

We solve the world's most complex problems and deliver what seems impossible, with curiosity and creativity. We’re a thriving and growing organization which offers you many possibilities to shape a better world, and your future.

We’re looking for a Marketing Proposals Manager to join our Toronto office. This role supports the development of our business by bringing to life the stories that display the value and impact of Arup’s people and projects, positioning the firm as the consultant of choice in the built environment. This role enables the firm to articulate how Arup delivers its unique value proposition, deep technical expertise, and focus on sustainable development. As a senior member of our North (Canada) Geography marketing team, this role will oversee Arup’s Property, Science & Industry (PS&I - including Property, Healthcare, Education, and Technology) marketing activities. This includes proposal delivery and interview prep, capture planning and prepositioning, client engagement, knowledge management, conference support, collateral development, communication, data analysis, and business planning. This position will work directly with Arup’s North Geography Marketing Leaders and various Geography Business Leaders to ensure seamless and efficient delivery of marketing and bidding activities in alignment with the goals of our business plans. They will also support our regional PS&I Business Leaders and Marketing Leaders to deliver on the regional strategy

The opportunity  

• Proactively connect and coordinate with leaders in Arup’s PS&I Portfolio to create a cohesive and consistent approach to our marketing activities and setting short-term and long-term goals.
• Oversee and/or lead the preparation of competitive proposals, qualification packages, and interview presentations.
• Work with our technical leaders, guide the development of client-focused win strategies for proposals and statements of qualification to successfully capture work.
• Guide the development and execution of go/no-go decision-making.
• Build a network of clients and collaborators through participation in local industry organizations and events.
• Oversee and/or lead pre-interview planning and presentation rehearsal, and help develop and apply established win strategy, themes, and discriminators in presentation materials.
• Oversee and/or lead capture planning strategy sessions and assist in client and market focused research activities.
• Oversee the management and maintenance of PS&I marketing assets, provide feedback, and actively engage in improving our marketing content, including project sheets, resumes, and other collateral.
• Take ownership of new marketing content such as presentations, brochures, and project examples to support the PS&I Portfolio and subsequent businesses.
• Work with our regional PS&I marketing teams to bring the best of our global experience to our local clients.
• Management of marketing activities and management and mentoring staff team on work winning activities specific to the PS&I Portfolio.
• Maintain consistent quality, corporate identity, and graphic standards.

You will have the opportunity to do socially useful work that has meaning – to Arup, to your career, to our members and to the clients and communities we serve.  

Is this role right for you? 

• Must have strong communication, writing, and organizational skills
• Experience and knowledge of a related PS&I industry in Canada
• 7 or more years of experience in the A/E/C industry
• Experience with large-scale prime proposals (including alternative project procurement delivery)
• Experience developing market-facing capabilities brochures and pitch decks
• Bachelor’s degree, preferably with an emphasis in Business, Marketing, Communications, or Design
• Confident, self-motivated, independent, and proactive
• Energetic, positive demeanor, with proven track record of juggling/responding to multiple tasks
• Experienced in the following computer applications: Adobe Creative Suite and Microsoft Office, MS Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
• Involvement with local industry organizations and an understanding of the local market is a plus
• Bilingual in English/French would be considered an asset

Please note that all applicants must apply directly via the job portal. If this role is not quite what you are looking for, but you are interested in other opportunities for a future with purpose, please sign up to our Talent Community where you will be kept up to date with roles suitable for you to shape a better world.

What we offer you 

At Arup, we care about each member’s success, so we can grow together. 

Guided by our values, we provide an attractive total reward package that recognizes the contribution of each of our members to our shared success. As well as competitive, fair and equitable pay, we offer a career in which all of our members can belong, grow and thrive – through benefits that support health and wellbeing, a wide range of learning opportunities and many possibilities to have an impact through the work they do.  

We are owned in trust on behalf of our members, giving us the freedom, with personal responsibility, to set our own direction and choose work that aligns with our purpose and adds to Arup’s legacy. Our members collaborate on ambitious projects to deliver remarkable outcomes for our clients and communities. Profit Share is a key part of our reward, enabling members to share in the results of our collective efforts.  

Benefits at Work - At Arup, we have a comprehensive and valuable benefits program that works for our employees and their families. These are 100% paid for by Arup except for optional life insurance. These benefits provide health and welfare security for you as well as paid time off for rest and renewal. Our Global Profit Share Plan (paid bi-annually) provides an opportunity for you to share in the success of the Firm. As a valued employee of Arup, you can also choose to participate in our GRRSP 5% company match to help you save for your future. 

Flexible Working - We believe that flexible arrangements create a more inclusive way of working that supports our diversity and the wellbeing of our people. Options for alternative schedules and the ability to work outside of the office for a portion of your workweek are available.  

Toronto Hiring Range – The good faith base salary hiring range for this job if performed in Toronto is $120,000 to $140,000 per year. This range is commensurate with experience, educational background, and skill level. Benefits are not included in the base salary. Please note hiring ranges for candidates performing work outside of Toronto will differ.  

Different people, shared values 

Arup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age (within legal limits), gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, neurotype or mental health, race or ethnicity, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you’re pregnant or on family leave. We are an open environment that embraces diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas – this drives our excellence.  

Guided by our values and alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, we create and contribute to equitable spaces and systems, while cultivating a sense of belonging for all. Our internal employee networks support our inclusive culture: from race, ethnicity and cross-cultural working to gender equity and LGBTQ+ and disability inclusion – we aim to create a space for you to express yourself and make a positive difference. Discover more about life at Arup at www.arup.com/careers/your-life-at-arup.  

Our Toronto office is located on ceded and unceded lands of many nations including the Mississaugas of the Credit, the Anishinabewaki, and the Haudenosaunee (hoe-dee-no-SHOW-nee). We acknowledge this land and its people to build a shared understanding of how our collective past brings us to where we are today. Through our ever-developing commitments, we strive to strengthen our relationships with this land, its people, and its treaties to shape a better, more inclusive world.    

Our Application Process  

We will be reviewing our candidates for this position on a rolling basis. Once you have applied you will be evaluated and potentially moved on to the next round, at which point a member of the talent resourcing team will reach out to you directly. 

Arup is an equal opportunity employer and will consider applications from all qualified individuals. Every job applicant will be treated equally, fairly and with respect regarding race, color, ancestry, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, civil status, age (except as provided by law), creed/religion, political convictions, language, ethnic or national origin, disability/handicap, pardoned record of offences, social condition (marital or family status, receipt of social assistance), and any other ground protected by the applicable human rights legislation.

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