At SOM, we are a collective committed to shaping a better future for our clients, communities and planet. We aspire to create the most sustainable, impactful work through creative, interdisciplinary teams with all the resources and diversity of a global firm. We value those who are passionate about excellence, innovation, integrity, inclusivity, and collaboration. Together we can achieve great things.
Success at SOM Means
Ideas: We believe in a meritocracy of ideas. We look to everyone to actively contribute to the discourse in the firm.
Knowledge: We believe that expertise is the result of lifelong learning. We are not expected to know everything, but rather to passionately pursue answers, develop new skills and deepen our knowledge.
Product: We strive for excellence in the concept, quality, and delivery of our work.
Individual: We value individuals who bring the highest standards of professionalism and personal integrity in the way they work. Each person can develop and contribute their wealth of attributes, skills and knowledge to support the overall health of the firm.
Team: We value the power of interdisciplinary integration. A positive team culture in which everyone collaborates openly towards common goals is essential.
Firm: We have a history of making transformative contributions to the profession and our communities. We are constantly innovating and attempting to bring new approaches, solutions and processes to our work.
Position Responsibilities
(under the direction of Regional Marketing Manager and architectural studio leadership)
Preparing electronic and printed material for qualifications, proposals, and competitions.
Incorporating sub-consultant materials into SOM submissions.
Preparing electronic and printed brochures, and other textual and visual promotional material.
Creating Google Slide decks for interviews and other internal and external presentations.
Working Monday-Friday, 9-5:30 or some other duration depending on deadline needs.
Position Typical Tasks
Tracking early leads with the help of Research and creating accounts at various online procurement portals. Notify the team and distribute client documents once available.
Creating short summaries of current opportunities and help in the Go/No Go process.
Outlining a responsibility matrix for the SOM proposal team. Helping the team to adhere to deadline milestones.
Contacting the subconsultant team and requesting materials, including qualifications, scope of work, and fee schedules. Help identify and keep a list of DBE/MBE/WBE firms to meet agency requirements and participate in introductory meetings.
Updating and tracking project leads across the sales cycle in Salesforce CRM database (training provided).
Completing required forms with the help of the management team, Legal, Accounting, and HR. Making sure all content with legal implications is thoroughly vetted by the Managing Partner and Legal.
Working closely with the design team on competitions, creating the deliverable templates and being the keeper of the final files. Assure consistent formatting throughout.
For pursuits where SOM is not prime (D-B projects or those with specialized engineering as the lead discipline), putting together quals packages to send to the prime firm.
As the Transportation Practice is led out of the NY office, be on-call to help out other offices gather information and format content. Pursuits span the globe, so hours may shift according to the client’s location.
Regularly update project pages, brochures, and resumes.
Updating text and data for current and past projects in Salesforce.
Uploading new photography, renderings, and drawings to OpenAsset (training provided). Alert the full team during the bi-weekly firm-wide Transportation call when new assets are available.
Assisting NY marketing colleagues with tasks similar to those above, as needed, and as time permits.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree, especially in a relevant humanities field.
Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite applications, especially InDesign and Acrobat.
Ability to learn and use Google Docs, Sheets, and Slides.
A good eye for presentation is important.
Hard-working, punctual, thorough, capable of both independent and group work.
Demonstrates a general interest in and understanding of the built environment.
SOM offers opportunities to work on transformational projects, competitive salaries, health insurance, wellness, retirement and financial and work/life plans.
At SOM, we welcome and encourage diversity in the workplace. We believe an inclusive environment benefits our employees, our firm, and our community, while also enriching and challenging our own thinking about design. We are proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Visit this page to learn more about SOM's employment policy and how to apply offline: www.som.com/employment_opportunities_and_policy
For more about SOM: www.som.com (For external posts only if possible)
