Job Description

1688 Woodward Drive, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, K2C 3R8


full-time . May 20, 2025
Description

Are you intentional about developing your competencies and setting high standard for the quality of your work?

Do you strive to add value every day and communicate in ways that connect with the people around you?

Are you committed to your team and investing in your own growth?

If you answered YES

to these questions, then GWAL is the place for you!

GWAL's Vision is centered on 3 pillars:Be the industry leading design engineering firm. Be easy to work with. Be the choice employer.

Founded over 65 years ago, Goodkey, Weedmark & Associates Ltd.

is an award-winning mechanical and electrical engineering consulting firm serving a broad range of public and private sector clients. We know that without the right people, we could not be the Great Place to Work we are today. The diversity of expertise within our team is one of our greatest assets. Our competitive advantage allows us to consistently design and implement innovative mechanical and electrical systems for commercial, institutional, light industrial, and mixed-use residential and commercial buildings of all types and sizes, as well as engineering advocacy, expert testimony, sustainability and specialized studies.

In your new role with GWAL, you will work under the direct supervision of the Functional Managers and be accountable for:Supervising end-to-end proposal development, leveraging templates and content libraries to craft tailored, client-centric responses that exceed RFP requirements. Ensuring clarity and alignment with client needs by refining technical content drafted by SMEs into compelling narratives. Mentoring SMEs on effective communication techniques and lead interviews to extract critical insights, translating technical jargon into persuasive, audience-focused proposals. Supervising repository management, curating high-quality content and implementing systems for easy access to project write-ups, case studies, and reusable materials. Analyzing solicitation requirements to repurpose existing content, ensuring compliance and competitive differentiation. Developing and executing innovative marketing campaigns across LinkedIn, Google Business, and other platforms to amplify brand presence and engagement. Overseeing the design and implementation of the Annual Social Media Calendar, ensuring timely delivery of dynamic content that aligns with organizational objectives. Supporting the Functional Management Team in designing and developing internal emails, including newsletters, special event announcements, and IT updates. Analyzing performance metrics to refine strategies and maximize ROI on digital marketing efforts. Supervising the maintenance of GWAL Intranet, ensuring consistent branding, accuracy, and relevance of content. Partnering with cross-functional teams to curate and organize information, enhancing user experience and accessibility. Implementing governance policies to maintain up-to-date intranet resources that reflect organizational priorities. Planning and managing inventory of promotional materials (e.g., branded gear, event collateral), optimizing budget allocation and vendor relationships. Forecasting organizational needs and streamline ordering processes to ensure seamless support for onboarding, events, and daily operations.

What you'll need to succeed

Bachelor's Degree in English or in Communications or Marketing. Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience, creating customized written content for engineering or construction proposals, understanding of the proposal lifecycle, and content management. Familiarity with the engineering and construction sector and/or an ability to understand technical concepts and convey principles and concepts in a concise manner when working with a team of technical staff. Excellent written and verbal skills to convey complex technical information clearly and persuasively to readers who have varying levels of technical subject matter expertise. Must be able to create original compelling and compliant content in response to RFP questions, highlighting unique benefits that meet customer goals and objectives. Proven ability to apply principles of Standard English language usage, grammar, mechanics, etc. in written work. Creative mindset with the ability to generate engaging content. Knowledge of SEO principles and digital marketing best practices. Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining consistent branding. Proven strong written and verbal communication skills. Intermediate to advanced skills in all Microsoft Office products Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office 365 edition 2019 products, primarily in Word and Excel, and Proficient in SharePoint. Exceptional organizational skills and communication skills. Should be able to effectively interact with both technical and non-technical decision makers and engineers in the same situation while communicating in language(s) that each group understands. Proficiency in graphic design software and tools (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, Shutterstock and We Video).

What you'll get in return

Competitive salary, paid overtime after 40 hours, and benefits including a Health or Lifestyle Spending Account and access to virtual healthcare. But, more importantly, the opportunity to work for a leader in Engineering, project diversity, and a recently awarded Best Workplace in Canada! All our positions offer career development opportunities, job security and a great chance to learn with the best in your field.

Don't meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At GWAL, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.