Marketing Assistant

Company Description

KPFF, a multi-office, multi-discipline engineering firm, is committed to Excellence, Trust, Relationships, Stability, and Passion. For over 65 years KPFF has been providing creative solutions and excellent client service for a diverse range of projects and industries. Our 1,500 professionals in 35 offices nationwide thrive in a decentralized structure, offering abundant flexibility and numerous opportunities for professional growth. At KPFF, join a legacy of excellence where every team member has the opportunity to contribute to innovative solutions and meaningful projects. We are a collaborative and creative team of civil and structural engineers and surveyors that thrives on designing innovative solutions for projects of all scales. KPFF is a leader in sustainable design, providing our clients with visionary, environmentally sensitive and technically advanced services.

The local structural division in Oregon currently consists of over 100 employees working primarily out of our downtown Portland office. We work on a wide variety of project types, serving public and private clients in land development, transportation, and municipal projects. This includes architectural-led building projects for K-12 and higher ed campuses, sports facilities, medical campuses, and mixed-use housing. In addition, we work on parks, trails, pedestrian bridges, road and vehicle infrastructure, and master planning, with a focus on sustainability in everything we do. We believe in encouraging personal and professional growth, and we work hard at providing a solid structure with minimal organizational restrictions. We have a great group of collaborative and dedicated engineers in a business casual environment located in downtown Portland.

Job Description

KPFF Consulting Engineers is hiring a full-time Marketing Assistant to join our structural engineering division in Portland, Oregon. This role will be responsible for helping to keep track of project data and assisting in content to support the firm's ongoing qualification requests and internal marketing initiatives. You will thrive in this job if you find joy in working with a close-knit team, understand the need for ongoing prioritization, appreciate both autonomy and constructive feedback, and want to develop meaningful creative work that supports the built environment. This is NOT a good fit if you need a lot of defined processes, prefer siloed work environments, or have difficulty managing multiple concurrent deadlines. If you are interested in working alongside dedicated professionals in a team environment, this is the place for you. We take pride in our work and always strive for excellence in the services we provide.

This position provides marketing support and services to engineers whose clients are architects, developers, contractors, and public agencies. Our marketing staff are valued and empowered to be innovative in their approach and passionate about their work. How we treat one another is as important as the work we do. This is an in-person position that interacts with all levels of the firm, as well as clients and subconsultants.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in preparation of subconsultant qualifications and proposal submissions, through the development of materials such as resumes, biographies and profiles, project descriptions, and other collateral materials
• Help maintain the marketing database by inputting and updating client, project, and other supporting information; maintain content library, including previous proposals, boilerplates, and visuals
• Monitor and report industry-related information including online publications, magazines, and blogs

• Track publications and lead generation platforms; assist in the generation of internal newsletters
• Pull project reports and update staff and internal resource information
• Help create various internal communications and company announcements
• Edit/update marketing collateral such as presentations and brochures
• Assist with internal document processing including reviewing, editing, and formatting documents or other client deliverables
• Interact with and facilitate communications with staff and vendors

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods while working on a computer, reviewing plans, or conducting site visits.
• Capacity to move around project sites, climb ladders, and navigate uneven terrain.
• Occasionally lifting up to 15 pounds of equipment or materials.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in English, Marketing, Journalism, Communication, Education, Business or other relevant major OR a related combination of education and experience
• 1-3 years of professional or internship experience, preferably in marketing or related field
• Experience in data entry or database management
• Experience with Microsoft (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign and Illustrator) programs
• Strong organizational skills, with an ability to multitask and manage time effectively
• Strong writing, proofreading, copy-editing, formatting, and other document revision skills
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills and a desire to learn
• Ability to work under tight deadlines and handle multiple assignments concurrently

Additional Information

Culture and Benefits
At KPFF, we offer a rewarding career path that emphasizes autonomy, innovation, and professional development. Our culture prioritizes employee ownership, teamwork, and shared values, creating an environment where contributions are celebrated, and career growth is encouraged. We support local collaboration with A/E/C firms and are committed to creating lasting relationships with our clients. We aren’t just colleagues; we’re a community that has been dedicated to collaborative innovation over the last five decades, providing you the platform to make a lasting impact on meaningful projects. KPFF Consulting Engineers offers a competitive salary and benefits package.

Compensation

• Base pay range of $28.00 - $30.00/per hour, based on qualifications and prior experience
• Overtime paid at time-and-a-half with regular opportunity for overtime available
• Biannual profit-sharing (bonus) structure

Benefits

• Flexible schedule options (assessed after one year of employment)
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer contribution (regardless of employee contribution)
• Separate vacation and sick leave
• Transit subsidy
• On-site fitness center
• Professional development provisions
• Tuition reimbursement plan
• Health insurance (PPO or HSA)
• Additional HRA/FSA options
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid family leave
• Short- and long-term disability insurance
• Employee assistance programs
• Paid holidays (including two floating holidays)

Other Perks

• Free secure bike parking
• Transit pass stipend (50%)
• Technical educational sessions
• Monthly social events
• Corporate company culture events (winter parties, summer picnics, etc.)
• Office committee opportunities
• Community projects participation
• Offsite retreats

To apply, submit your application online, including a cover letter and resume.

KPFF Consulting Engineers participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

KPFF Consulting Engineers is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, ethnicity, national origin, religion, marital status, sex/gender (including sexual orientation or gender identity), pregnancy, veteran status, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, or any other protected basis.

Not sure you meet every qualification? Research shows that women and people of color often hesitate to apply for roles unless they meet every requirement. At KPFF, we’re committed to building a team that reflects the diverse communities where we live and work. If this role excites you but you don’t check every box, we still encourage you to apply—you might be the right fit for this or another opportunity.

KPFF Consulting Engineers participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

KPFF Consulting Engineers is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, ethnicity, national origin, religion, marital status, sex/gender (including sexual orientation or gender identity), pregnancy, veteran status, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, or any other protected basis.