Pursuit Content Writer

Pursuit Content Writer

Black & Veatch is seeking a Pursuit Content Writer to become part of a dynamic team in the Government & Communities (G&C) business sector supporting the Water Solutions Portfolio. This role will play a critical part in developing persuasive proposal content as well as liaise with internal stakeholders to lead, develop and contribute to persuasive, technically accurate sales and marketing content for business capture endeavors. This role requires exceptional writing skills, along with expertise in proposal writing, marketing and communications writing, and a sophisticated approach to working within complex teams. Responsibilities include developing proposal content, marketing content, and qualifications, all in close collaboration with internal stakeholders in complex teams. Ensuring alignment with pursuit strategies and maintaining compelling and accurate messaging are essential aspects of this role.

This is a hybrid position at our Overland Park office.

Our Governments & Communities business sector provides innovative solutions for integrated planning, design, engineering, and construction support of critical infrastructure and facilities as well as resiliency and environmental services for clients worldwide. The Governments & Communities Pursuits team collaborates with business leaders and client-facing professionals to plan and execute pursuit strategies and develop proposal materials with focused messaging and content. We help teams enhance Black & Veatch's position as an industry leader and deliver new business.

Key responsibilities include:

• Create high-quality, engaging, and persuasive sales content to support the Water Solutions Portfolio's pursuit of new business.
• Support pursuit teams in the development of clear, accessible content with the goal of distinctly communicating intended sales messages.
• Conduct thorough research on industry-related topics to develop well-informed and accurate sales and proposal content.
• Review, revise, and edit proposal and marketing material for content accuracy, brand standard compliance, style, grammar, spelling, and punctuation.
• Establish and maintain consistent corporate and solution messaging for all assignments and deliverables.
• Collaborate with and hold others accountable to complete/produce timely, uniform, compelling, visually appealing deliverables.
• Apply general business acumen/knowledge with ability to develop strong knowledge of company editorial standards and practices.

Preferred qualifications include:

• Strong preference for an individual with ten or more years of experience in all three fields: Marketing, Communications, and Pursuits/proposals, as this role will entail writing across these three disciplines.
• Previous experience developing pursuit content to meet the criteria of qualifications-based selections, with a strong preference for an individual with experience in the Water Solutions industry.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills with a proven ability to navigate complex team dynamics and build strong, collaborative relationships across diverse groups.
• Superior writing skills, including experience in proposal development and business communications.
• Strong proofing and editorial skills, including persuasive writing, content accuracy, style, grammar, and spelling.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities, remain organized and meet strict deadlines in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Minimum qualifications include:

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience
• 6+ years related experience
• All applicants must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements (if selected) which may include any/all of the following: criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations.

Hybrid or flexible work options may be offered after the first 90 days of employment based upon manager discretion, job performance and work assignments.