Company: HDR

Location: Toronto, ON – Richmond Hill, ON

Expected salary:

Job date: Sat, 06 Sep 2025 23:03:03 GMT

Job description: At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?Watch Our Story:Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.This position is not a digital marketing role. The Intermediate Marketing Specialist will focus on proposal strategy, pursuit development, and marketing communications in support of HDR’s Resources, Water, and Building Engineering Services groups. Candidates whose experience is primarily in digital marketing (SEO, SEM, social media advertising, online campaign management) will not be consideredDo you enjoy strategy, creativity, and the pursuit in generating winning proposals? If the answer is yes, then HDR is the place for you. HDR is seeking a highly motivated Intermediate Marketing Specialist to join our Resources, Water, and Building Engineering Services Business Groups. An important responsibility will be to support the marketing team and Market Sector Leads in producing winning, professional, and competitive pursuits. A high level of attention to detail and an ability to meet deadlines are both important keys to success in this role. Key responsibilities are outlined below:In the role of Intermediate Marketing Specialist, we’ll count on you to:

• Coordinate and lead proposal submissions from start to finish
• Write and edit marketing proposal documents, as well as develop and coordinate graphics and layout
• Coordinate with business development leaders, project managers, and other technical staff to prepare proposals, statements of qualifications, brochures, presentations, and other materials relating to business development.
• Conceptualize, research and produce marketing materials, proposals, promotions and presentations
• Provide storyboarding, as well as message and theme development for pursuits
• Lead proposal team meetings, review sessions, and interview preparation to develop strategic messaging
• Provide information to populate company data systems: pursuit and contract information (CRM), photography, resume, projects, contact management and skill-sets tracking
• Work cooperatively with diverse teams

Perform other duties as neededPreferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or associate degree in a closely related field or combination of education and relevant experience
• A minimum of 5 years document layout and production experience
• A minimum of 5 years of A/E industry experience
• Experience in proposal planning and coordination a must
• Writing ability, strong organizational skills and ability to handle multiple tasks
• Ability to handle tight deadlines and make independent decisions critical to job success
• Quick self-starter, team-oriented and able to work with different personalities and professional styles
• Previous experience in the A/E industry strongly desired
• Works cooperatively with diverse teams, regional, department, national, technical managers, and project staff
• Committed to quality, improvement and HDR values
• Requires little or no direction in the area of specialization
• Must exhibit proficient technical computer skills, advanced knowledge of communication theory and basic layout and design principals
• Excellent organizational and customer service skills
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

Please note: The successful candidate will have a business title of Marketing Specialist.QualificationsRequired Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Proficient in Adobe Creative Cloud applications, including InDesign

What We Believe
HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other’s life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.Our Commitment
As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

HDR emphasizes a welcoming and inclusive environment where employee-owners are valued and encouraged to bring their authentic selves and innovative ideas to work. The role of Intermediate Marketing Specialist focuses on proposal strategy, pursuit development, and marketing communications for HDR’s Resources, Water, and Building Engineering Services groups.

Key responsibilities include coordinating proposal submissions, writing and editing documents, collaborating with various teams, and developing marketing materials. Required qualifications include at least five years of relevant experience, strong writing and organizational skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Cloud applications.

HDR promotes a collaborative culture, valuing diverse perspectives through Employee Network Groups that foster inclusion and support. The company is committed to empowering employees and making a positive impact within communities.