Diamond Schmitt Architects has built an international reputation for design excellence across a range of building types. The company is a leading proponent of sustainable design innovation with a growing list of LEED certified buildings and zero-net energy projects. Design thinking that presents a strong sense of context and integration with the community distinguishes the studio’s work. 

The firm’s design sensibility is matched with a successful business model that positions it among Canada’s Top 100 Employers, GTA’s Top Employers and Canada’s Best Managed Companies™. More than 250 people work in our Toronto, Vancouver, Calgary and New York studios.

We are looking for an engaged and organized Business Development Coordinator who is a self-starter with strong writing abilities to join our fast-paced Business Development team.

This position is based in Toronto and will begin immediately.

Responsibilities:

• Review and analyze RFPs to ensure compliance with proposal submission requirements;
• Work with the Business Development team and Principals to develop proposal content and graphic layout;
• Plan and coordinate proposal responses e.g., initial strategy and outline, meetings, submission and debriefs;
• Write, edit and proofread proposals, ensuring Diamond Schmitt’s brand and messaging is consistent;
• Connect with engineering and consultant team members to create collaborative team documents;
• Adapt existing company information, resumes, project descriptions etc. to suit each RFP’s requirements;
• Tackle all administrative tasks, including proposal production: printing, binding, and delivery of documents;
• Responsibly source and circulate bids and related addenda;
• Effectively communicate with proposal teams and colleagues, as well as other stakeholders;
• Assist Principals and design teams in the creation of powerpoints for interviews and presentations;
• Contribute to database maintenance e.g. Filemaker, Open Asset, and the generation, collection, and sharing of related information.

Qualifications:

• 2 - 5 years’ experience in a proposal coordination role, within the Architectural Industry is considered an asset;
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in English, marketing, or communications;
• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite InDesign;
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Power Point)
• Are highly organized, self-motivated and resourceful;
• Demonstrate excellent communication, writing, grammar, and spelling abilities;
• Excellent proofreading skills and high attention to detail;
• Demonstrate strong graphic design skills;
• Possess strong organizational and time management skills to ensure proposal schedules are maintained and deadlines are met;
• Able to manage multiple assignments concurrently and be accountable for work performed;
• Able to identify and prioritize problems, develop solutions and deliver results;
• Have the ability to work independently and as part of a team, under pressure and within strict timelines;
• Thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Salary Range $65,000.00 to $70,000.00

Please send your resume and writing samples to hr@dsai.ca

We thank all applicants who have applied however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Diamond Schmitt Architects encourages and welcomes applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates in all aspects of the selection process.

Last Updated Date: 2024/Jul/24