Senior Marketing & Business Development Coordinator
MacKay
| Company | MacKay |
| Category | Marketing |
| Location | Chicago |
| Remote | On-site (inferred) |
| Employment | Not stated |
| Level | Senior |
| Salary | Not stated by the employer |
| Posted | 24 Jun 2026 |
| Last verified | 9 Aug 2026 |
| Source | Employer ATS (greenhouse) |
Description
At MacKay, we believe great people are the foundation of our growth and success.
We are in an exciting phase of expansion, creating new opportunities for our employees to take on meaningful work, collaborate across disciplines, and build long-term careers. Whether your role is technical or part of our support services team, you play an important role in delivering high-quality work and helping our projects succeed. We are seeking a full-time Senior Marketing & Business Development Coordinator to join our dynamic Business Development team. This hybrid role can be based out of any of the following branch offices: Vancouver, WA; Federal Way, WA; Chicago, IL; or Fort Collins, CO.
The Senior Marketing & Business Development Coordinator serves as a strategic partner in advancing the firm's growth goals in key markets. They will lead proposal preparation, support high-value pursuit strategies, coordinate regional marketing efforts, and contribute market intelligence to inform decision-making. The Senior Marketing & BD Coordinator also supports client development initiatives and helps guide junior BD team members.
We offer a comfortable, collaborative work environment with flexible work arrangements. We’re serious about our work – but we’re serious about fun, too. If that sounds good to you, let’s talk.
Key Responsibilities:
Strategic Proposal Management
Lead the development of high-priority proposals and assist with interview preparation.
Collaborate with technical leads to craft win strategies and compelling messaging.
Coordinate proposal reviews, quality assurance, and compliance with RFQ/P requirements.
Regional Marketing & Client Development
Partner with the Director of Marketing and Business Development to implement strategic sector growth and marketing plans.
Support the identification of new and expanding business opportunities.
Participate in client assessment efforts and relationship mapping.
Represent the firm at regional conferences and tradeshows; assist with lead generation and follow-up.
Market Research & Intelligence
Stay up to date on regional market activity, competitor strategies, and client forecasts.
Develop client profiles and help assess positioning opportunities.
Reporting & CRM Management
Maintain and report on CRM data, proposal tracking, and market sector performance metrics.
Collaborate with digital marketing and communications staff to ensure cohesive market sector messaging across all internal and external platforms.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, or related field.
Minimum 5 years of experience in BD/marketing in the A/E/C industry preferred.
Proven experience leading complex proposals and contributing to marketing strategy.
Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop) and Google Office.
Preferred qualifications:
A/E/C industry experience preferred.
Certification as a Certified Professional Services Marketer (CPSM) or APMP is a plus.
Experience with CRM systems (Deltek VantagePoint preferred) is a plus.
Key Competencies:
Strategic thinker with a strong understanding of client and market positioning.
Effective communicator and confident collaborator with technical and leadership teams.
Skilled at juggling multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Self-directed, resourceful, and proactive in identifying opportunities.
A cover letter is required for a complete application. Applications will be reviewed as they are received.
Why Join MacKay?
A people-first culture At MacKay, we put people first. We are committed to creating an environment where employees can grow, contribute, and do their best work. We support well-being, encourage balance, and create space for people to succeed both professionally and personally.