Job Description:

We are excited to share once again TranSystems has been recognized as a top 100 design firm by Engineering News-Record in 2023. For more than 50 years, TranSystems has committed to a mission of performing engineering and architectural planning, design, and construction solution services in a manner that is both safe and in compliance with all applicable regulatory and client requirements.  At TranSystems, we have established and continue to nurture a culture that is committed to providing quality services for our clients.  We’re looking for top talent to grow with our firm.

Responsibilities

What you'll be challenged to do:

TranSystems embraces an "All-In" client-focused approach recognizing that each person within the company plays a vital role in client service. At TranSystems, clients are assigned to Business Development professionals and Client Service Teams. This approach allows us to best support the needs and goals of our clients.

 

The Business Development Support Specialist (BDSS) plays a key role in supporting our continued growth in the Great Lakes East Area. The BDSS will assist with business development efforts for transportation infrastructure sectors: Federal, Government, Freight, Transit, and Aviation. Additionally, the BDSS supports Client Service Teams and Business Development teams with client and project pursuit activities, such as assisting in developing and producing qualifications, proposals, and presentations. As a Support Specialist, there will be many training opportunities to learn about the transportation market and the A/E/C industry.

 

This is an excellent opportunity for someone fascinated by the different modes of transportation and the infrastructure used to connect and enhance the movement of goods and people across today's integrated transportation system. Our ideal candidate will demonstrate a can-do attitude and strong organizational and interpersonal skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks concurrently under tight deadlines.

 

Business Development Support:

• Supports individual parts of proposal development and production: resumes, project sheets, data collection, coordination, printing, assembling, and electronic submissions.


• Assistance with individual parts of a proposal, presentation, or a qualifications package may include research, writing, editing, formatting, and quality checking of text and graphics.


• Assists with archiving proposal content and uploading to appropriate internal databases or servers as part of the proposal closeout procedures.


• Assists with pipeline maintenance and qualification activities such as opening and updating opportunities, updating staff resumes, and project descriptions using our Marketing Information System, Deltek Vision.


• Assists with creating brochures, cut sheets, presentations, and marketing collateral for client meetings, conferences, and interviews.


• Supports pursuit capture planning and Client Service Teams by documenting meeting notes and action items.


• Conduct research to support capture planning and Client Service Team activities.


• Assists with conference planning.

Qualifications

What you bring to our firm:

• Bachelor’s degree in marketing, journalism, English, communications, or related field is preferred.


• Excellent writing and verbal communication skills with a focus on attention to details.


• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.


• Understanding of Microsoft Office applications is required.


• Knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite is a plus.


• Graphic design is a plus.


• Actively engages multiple perspectives when solving problems, seeks to learn from peers, and encourages reciprocal learning among team members.

Featured Benefits: 

• Hybrid (in-person and remote) work environment.


• Comprehensive health benefits package including wellness, maternity/paternity leave, and employer paid AD&D, STD, and LTD.


• 401(k) company match


• Vacation accrual separate from sick time.


• Eleven (11) paid holidays for 2024 with the option to substitute 2 holidays for employees to celebrate other day(s) of significance.


• Six (6) day winter break in 2024 that is included in the paid holiday schedule.

TranSystems is proud to be an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer and ensures nondiscrimination and equal employment opportunity in all programs and activities in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, age, national origin, pregnancy status, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status, disability, protected Veteran status or any other status protected by law. In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, we will hire only U.S. citizens and aliens lawfully authorized to work in the United States (if the position is or will be one which is subject to U.S. law).

 

As the employer of choice, we are committed to action and strive for a company that reflects the vast diversity of our country and the communities we serve. TranSystems is committed to embracing diversity in all forms, including race, culture, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, thought and religious background. We acknowledge the impacts of prejudice and discrimination on historically underserved communities. We commit to establishing a more diverse, inclusive and positive work environment that drives innovation.

Recruiters or staffing agencies: TranSystems is not obligated to compensate any external recruiter or search firm who presents a candidate, their resume, or profile to a TranSystems employee without 1) a current, fully-executed agreement on file and 2) being assigned to the open position (as a search) via our applicant tracking solution.

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