Become a part of Otak’s marketing team and help us drive growth!

Do you thrive on deadlines? Do you enjoy leading teams to craft winning proposals? Do you see challenges as an opportunity for growth and collaboration? Would you like to work for a locally grown company with Northwest values?

Otak is hiring for a Pursuit Manager with outstanding writing skills to join our Marketing and Business Development Team in Portland, OR. If you are an energetic and positive professional with 5+ years of marketing experience, and you’re excited to help a company thrive, we want to talk to you!

What you’ll do:

Pursuit Strategy and Planning

• Lead and champion capture planning in partnership with the marketing leadership and technical teams to define the project, our approach, decision makers, competition, and Otak differentiators.
• Conduct market, client, and competitor research to inform pursuit strategies and proposal messaging.
• Lead and/or participate in the go/no-go process.

Pursuit and Proposal Management

• Manage the submittal phase in collaboration with technical and marketing staff to produce high-quality proposals, statements of qualification, and related materials.
• Oversee and support the preparation, writing, editing, and integration of all content.
• Coordinate internal reviews, quality control, and final production to ensure project focused, compliant submissions.
• Support client interviews and pursuit related meetings, including coaching presenters and developing presentation materials.
• Participate in post pursuit debriefs and improve pursuit tools, data management, templates and best practices.

Collaboration and Leadership

• Collaborate closely with Marketing, Business Development and Communications teams to strengthen the firm’s brand, align messaging, and achieve pursuit and growth objectives.
• Serve as a key team member of the larger Otak marketing and business development organization, supporting firmwide marketing projects and efforts.
• Mentor and train technical and marketing coordinators on pursuit best practices, proposal writing, and interview preparation.

What you bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in marketing or related field
• 5+ years of marketing experience, including a minimum of 3 years A/E/C proposal experience.
• Experience with MS Office, Adobe Creative Cloud applications such as InDesign and Photoshop, and CRM tools such as Deltek Vision/Vantagepoint.
• Demonstrated excellence in writing and editing.
• Strong management, interpersonal communication, and conflict resolution skills.
• Demonstrated ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative, and deadline-driven environment.

Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate experience, qualifications, and work location as well as market and business considerations.

Salary Range: $93,000 - $115,000 per year

Otak is different from other A/E/C firms. We imagine, plan, and create exceptional places that strengthen the communities where we live, work, and enjoy life. Our planning, design, engineering, architectural, and project management professionals are committed to sustainability, social equity, and community involvement.

Our people are connected, engaged, and supported both professionally and personally. We value collaboration (most projects are cross-disciplines), and we reward giving back to the community, including opportunities to earn extra PTO for volunteer days. If Otak were a car, it would be a Subaru: adventurous, dependable, fun, and backed by a loyal and spirited following.

Benefits

At our core, we believe that supporting our communities begins with supporting our employees. No matter what stage you’re at in your career, we have a comprehensive total rewards program to enhance your quality of life, help support your family, and assist you in achieving your personal and professional goals. Otak employees enjoy competitive salaries; discretionary performance bonuses; no-cost medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, HRA/HSA; a 401(k)-retirement match that is 100% vested immediately; a hybrid work schedule; Paid Time Off (PTO) accrual based on your industry experience rather than your seniority plus 9 paid holidays per year; a commuter allowance (based on your office location); support for your professional registration and/or certification fees; and much more! If you are out of the area and interested in relocating for this opportunity, relocation assistance may be provided.

Why work at Otak?

We’re not just looking for skills and experience, having shared values is just as important! When you work at Otak, you aren’t just joining a firm — you’re joining a community. We believe our best work happens in a culture of collaboration and inclusion, where the expertise of diverse individuals can thrive in a foundation of teamwork. The work environment we create is built on a simple concept: working on interesting projects with interesting people. However, we don’t just believe in cultivating our own community; we’re also committed to enriching the communities around us with smart, creative solutions. We know our employees make an investment in us, so we’re committed to making an investment in them. Seasoned experts and young professionals work together to encourage personal growth and skill development at all experience levels. Plus, we’re expanding — and we’re dedicated to developing an internal infrastructure with the strength and talent to support that growth.

Equal Opportunity

At Otak, we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to cultivating a workplace that is inclusive, equitable, and respectful for all. We believe that diverse perspectives enrich our work environment, fuel innovation, and are essential to our collective success.

We are dedicated to maintaining a workplace that is free from discrimination, harassment, and bias. Every individual at Otak is valued, included, and treated with dignity and respect. We do not tolerate discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

All employment decisions, including those related to recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, compensation, benefits, and termination are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications. We strive to ensure that our practices uphold fairness and equity at every stage of the employment lifecycle.

Our Vision for an Inclusive Workplace

We are committed to creating an environment where:

• Diverse identities are embraced, and differences are valued as a source of strength.
• Every employee feels safe to be their authentic self and contributes meaningfully.
• Unique perspectives are encouraged, and open dialogue is welcomed to foster innovation.
• Curiosity replaces judgment, and respectful engagement is prioritized in all interactions.
• Relationships are built on mutual trust, dignity, and respect, forming the foundation of our workplace culture.

We provide reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities, including pregnant employees, to ensure an accessible and supportive work environment. If you require assistance or accommodations during the application process or in the workplace, please contact Otak’s People Services Department at GRPHumanResources@Otak.com.

Join us in shaping a more inclusive future!