DescriptionGAI seeks a skilled, highly motivated, results-driven Marketing Specialist to join our dynamic team. Working out of our Indianapolis, IN, Canton, OH, or Charleston, WV offices, this challenging and rewarding position will include coordinating the pursuit process and preparation of winning proposals, LOIs, qualifications, and presentations; producing marketing collateral; and supporting business-development goals in collaboration with GAI's business sector leaders and marketing, technical, and administrative staff.Our ideal candidate is passionate about pursuit success, process improvement, and committed to proposal excellence. If you also have excellent organizational and communication skills, perform well under deadlines, are a detail-oriented team player, and, most importantly, have a positive, client-first attitude, we want to hear from you!Join GAI and make your mark as part of a growing infrastructure firm where exceptional professionals can work, learn, lead, and achieve.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:Participate in kick-off meetings, proposal task scheduling, review, production, and delivery activitiesFollow through with assigned proposal tasks to meet critical deadlinesCoordinate with internal and external points of contact to gather requested information and materialsTrack proposal efforts and ensure scheduled milestones are metAssist in writing marketing and technical contentProofread to ensure continuity and compliance with legal, technical, and marketing specificationsSupport presentation efforts including presentation development, rehearsals, materials, and logisticsMaintain and populate detailed data in GAI's Deltek Vantagepoint databaseProvides assistance of marketing activities to support pursuit, client, and business plan objectives and contributes to the implementation of these activities including but not limited to advertising, conferences, events, sponsorships, design award submittals, speaker proposal/presentations, website and social media content, articles, brochures, service briefs, project profiles, etc.Assist in carrying out other programs and projects as identifiedQualifications:5+ years of related experience as a proposal specialist/coordinator, prior A/E/C industry experience preferredAssociate or bachelor's degree with a focus in business, marketing, graphic design, journalism, or related areaCompetencyProficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPointProficiency with Adobe Creative SuiteDeltek Vantagepoint (or similar database programs) experience is a plusCompetent proofreading and editing skillsAbility to design new content/graphics, and use templatesExcellent communication and organizational skillsAble to document and process information quickly and accurately, with strong attention to detailFlexible and able to balance priorities and manage multiple tasks simultaneously within tight schedulesAble to work both independently and as part of a teamAble to work flexible hours, including nights and weekends, on a limited basis, to meet proposal deadlinesAble to travel to surrounding states (several times throughout the year)Must have a vehicle for local travel (required)**Proposal writing and layout samples are strongly encouraged - please include a URL on your resume or include PDF samples with your resume.Why GAI:At GAI, exceptional people have an exceptional place to work, grow, lead, and achieve. Explore an array of opportunities in locations across the U.S., and join accomplished colleagues in tackling challenging projects for a range of markets. Enjoy comprehensive benefits and feel good about being part of a collaborative team that's committed to support the communities we serve. Join GAI and distinguish yourself in a company poised for unlimited growth.Qualificatio