Pursuit Content Writer

Title: Pursuit Content Writer

Location: Overland Park, KS, US

Req Id : 111673 

Opportunity Type : Staff 

Relocation eligible : No 

Full time/Part time : Full-Time , Hybrid

Job Description:

Together, we own our company, our future, and our shared success.

As an employee-owned company, our people are Black & Veatch. We put them at the center of everything we do and empower them to grow, explore new possibilities and use their diverse talents and perspectives to solve humanity's biggest challenges in an ever-evolving world. With over 100 years of innovation in sustainable infrastructure and our expertise in engineering, procurement, consulting and construction, together we are building a world of difference.

Black & Veatch allows you to lend your talent and perspective to humanity's biggest challenges in a flexible environment where you are empowered to grow and explore new possibilities. We offer competitive compensation; 401K match and benefits that start day 1.

Our hybrid environment allows you to balance your work and personal life. At Black & Veatch, you own your career with purpose and meaning. You are empowered to grow and explore new possibilities at every step of your career journey. Bring your big ideas knowing you are safe to be who you are and speak up with concerns or questions and put your diverse talents and perspectives to use. #LI-KG1

The Opportunity

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.

The Team

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

• 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

• 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

• 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.

Work Environment/Physical Demands

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

Salary Plan

PUR: Pursuits

Job Grade

016

Our comprehensive benefits portfolio is a key component of this commitment and offers an array of health care benefits including but not limited to medical, dental and vision insurances along with disability and a robust wellness program.

To support a healthy work-life balance, we offer flexible work schedules, paid vacation and holiday time, sick time, and dependent sick time.

A variety of additional benefits are available to our professionals, including a company-matched 401k plan, adoption reimbursement, tuition reimbursement, vendor discounts, an employment referral program, AD&D insurance, pre-taxed accounts, voluntary legal plan and the B&V Credit Union. Professionals may also be eligible for a performance-based bonus program.

We are proud to be a 100 percent ESOP-owned company. As employee-owners, our professionals are empowered to drive not only their personal growth, but the company's long-term achievements - and they share in the financial rewards of the success through stock ownership.

By valuing diverse voices and perspectives, we cultivate an authentically inclusive environment for professionals and are able to provide innovative and effective solutions for clients.