Business Development & Content Specialist

Dowbuilt is adding aBusiness Development & Content Specialistto our Seattle-based team. Please note that this is a 100% in-office role. Writing samples and/or a portfolio of work are required from all applicants.

As a member of the marketing team this position supports the development of marketing collateral including proposals presentations qualification packets and other client-facing materials shared with architects and client partners in pursuit of one-of-a-kind residential projects. This role contributes to the overall production/organization of branded documents and business development presentations and includes research writing design and strategy.

Success in this role requires strategic thinking strong writing and proofreading skills strong design and page layout software skills and the ability to collaborate with project teams and principals of the company. The specialist must be comfortable working through a multi-layered revision and feedback process while producing compelling accurate thoughtfully assembled materials under tight deadlines.

WHAT YOULL DO

Strategic Proposal Development
Outcome: Advance Dowbuilts ability to win architect-driven residential projects by demonstrating project expertise capabilities and differentiators with clear persuasive and strategic pursuit packages.
Accountabilities:

• Review potential business development opportunities with principals and project managers to determine the most effective positioning strategy.
• Analyze RFP requirements project scope and competitive context to craft responses that align with client priorities and evaluation criteria.
• Understand the intent behind each request and develop responses that advance the companys value proposition.
• Collaborate with internal subject matter experts to ensure presentation content accurately reflects project delivery expertise and operational capabilities.

Proposal Management & Production
Outcome: Deliver complete polished client presentation packages on a tight deadline by coordinating the proposal development process from initial request through final submission.
Accountabilities:

• Understand the full lifecycle of proposal development from reviewing and interpreting the original RFP/ client request through production and final delivery.
• Coordinate the proposal approach and organize/track contributions from principals project managers and marketing team members.
• Maintain proposal timelines and proactively manage deadlines to ensure all required information and materials are delivered on schedule.
• Produce deliverables including digital submissions and printed materials such as bound proposals and interview leave-behinds.
• Honor project NDAs and work with the utmost client discretion.

Content Development & Writing
Outcome: Produce compelling accurate and well-structured written content that clearly communicates the companys expertise process and value to prospective clients and design partners.
Accountabilities:

• Write and revise complex proposal content including answers to RFP questions cover letters project narratives case studies internal resume bios and other written responses.
• Compile and synthesize information from past proposals project documentation and internal subject matter experts.
• Translate technical project information into accessible and persuasive narratives.
• Design supporting charts graphics or visuals that help communicate processes project delivery approaches or team qualifications.

Content Management & Marketing Collateral
Outcome: Maintain a well-organized and up-to-date library of presentation content marketing materials and project information that supports efficient and consistent proposal development.
Accountabilities:

• Select project photography from in-house DAM to create presentation layouts brochures and other collateral using Adobe Creative Suite tools.
• Maintain digital presentation content database to ensure accurate information is available for future proposals.
• Gather and organize sample project documentation including estimates schedules and billing examples to support proposal development.
• Contribute to the development of evergreen marketing materials and printed collateral for interviews and client presentations.

Resume & Credential Management
Outcome: Maintain clear compelling and current professional credentials for Dowbuilt principals and project teams that effectively communicate expertise that support business development efforts.
Accountabilities:

• Interview principals and project leaders to capture relevant experience and professional background.
• Write edit and format resumes and bios for presentation submissions and other business development uses.
• Collaborate with marketing partners to ensure resume content remains consistent across business development materials website profiles and social media channels.
• Audit database of resumes to ensure information is accurate and up to date.

Coordination Communication & Quality Assurance
Outcome: Ensure proposal materials are accurate consistent and professionally presented through disciplined coordination editorial oversight and clear communication with project teams.
Accountabilities:

• Maintain a centralized calendar to track proposal opportunities and deadlines across multiple regions.
• Copyedit and proofread proposal materials to ensure accuracy clarity and consistency in style and formatting.
• Demonstrate clear concise concrete persuasive and self-aware communication in written and verbal interactions.
• Encourage proactive participation from project teams to prevent last-minute challenges during proposal development.
• Maintain composure and attention to detail in fast-paced deadline-driven environments.

WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED

WHAT WE OFFER

We are a fun easygoing bunch of professionals who take a lot of pride in the work we do. We acknowledge the contributions and talents of our team members by providing benefits that support you at work and in life:

• Competitive pay commensurate with skills and experience
• 100% paid Medical Dental Vision short-term disability and $50k in basic life insurance for full-time employees 1st of the month following DOH
• 35% Medical and 30% Dental Vision coverage for eligible dependents
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with 3% employer safe harbor contribution
• 8 paid holidays each year no waiting period
• Paid Time-Off (PTO) 2.31 hours per week to start (120 hours annually) with an increase to this accrual each January with years of service up to max 192 hours/24 days annually
• Mentorship and career development opportunities
• Annual discretionary bonus

Compensation Range:
The base pay range for this position is $40.00 - $50.00 per hour. Actual compensation within this range will be determined based on factors including but not limited to relevant experience skills education certifications geographic location and internal equity.

New hires typically start below the midpoint of the range with the opportunity for growth and advancement over time.

WHO WE ARE

Dowbuilt is a construction company founded in 1980 and today our talented teams can be found from coast to coast. We excel at cutting-edge innovative never-been-done-before residential projects and home serviceall of which require precision and impeccable attention to detail. We work with top architects and our builds are regularly featured in publications such asArchitectural DigestandArchitectural Record.

The Dowbuilt culture is one of carecare for our employees clients and the talented craftspeople we partner withresulting in care for the incredible designs we bring to life.

HOW YOULL GROW

Were committed to investing in our team members ongoing professional development. At Dowbuilt we want everyone to have equal opportunity to play to their strengths fill gaps in knowledge and grow professionally. We believe that effective career development requires two-way open communication between employee and manager. Expectation setting happens on both sides along with support mentorship and goal setting at regular intervals. Find out where your career will take you at Dowbuilt.

Dowbuilt is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race religion color national origin gender sexual orientation age marital status veteran status or disability status.