Continuous Improvement Manager Jobs in Rochester, NY

Bring Colliers Engineering and Design’s mission to life locally.

At Colliers Engineering & Design (CED), our purpose is rooted in shaping strong communities, solving complex challenges, and delivering excellence in everything we do. We are looking for a Marketing Manager who shares that passion and who’s ready to lead dynamic local marketing efforts that reflect the heart of our firm’s mission, vision, and values.

This role offers the opportunity to inspire and guide a local marketing team, drive visibility for our diverse disciplines across the region, and strengthen Colliers Engineering & Design’s presence in New York. You’ll collaborate with technical leaders, business developers, and corporate marketing partners to ensure our message is clear, our materials are compelling, and our marketing strategy reflects the innovation, collaboration, and client focus that define Colliers Engineering & Design.

We believe in purpose-driven work that delivers real impact to our clients and communities. With a people-first culture and empowered teams, we value growth, innovation, and balance. We're always improving and looking ahead. If you're passionate about marketing and ready to shape what’s next for New York, apply now!

• Oversee and manage a team of Marketing Senior, Specialists and Coordinators, providing clear direction, coaching, and performance feedback to ensure quality, accountability, and professional growth.
• Lead recruitment, onboarding, and professional development efforts to attract, grow, and retain a high-performing marketing team aligned with firm goals and evolving market needs.
• Partner in business development strategies to engage prospective clients, differentiated value propositions, and client relationship initiatives.
• Manage quality control and QA/QC for all marketing deliverables for clarity, quality, and compliance.
• Ensure consistent branding, messaging, and visual identity across all materials.
• Analyze research data related to clients, competitors, and prospective markets - share findings with business development and local leaders.
• Participate in strategic planning in collaboration with firm leadership and business development team.
• Develop and implement regional/market marketing strategies in alignment with firm-wide and national market objectives.
• Monitor legislative and/or regulatory activities that could affect the need for services.
• Collaborate with other Marketing Leaders to share best practices and maintain consistency across offices.
• Track marketing metrics and pursuit outcomes to inform strategy and continuous improvement.
• Manage workloads and deadlines to balance priorities across multiple pursuits and initiatives.
• Foster a collaborative, creative, and positive team culture that supports professional growth.
• Collaborate with leadership on workload planning, training, marketing standards, and department goals.

• 7+ years proposal writing experience in A/E/C or professional services industry including staff management and knowledge of business development.
  In lieu of degree 8+ years of related experience.
• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Journalism, Graphic Design, or related field; equivalent experience considered.
• Certified Professional Services Marketer (CPSM) certification is an advantage, though not required.
• Demonstrates leadership, accountability, and a collaborative mindset.
• Invests in team development through mentorship, coaching, and constructive feedback, empowering staff to perform at their best and grow in their careers.
• Builds strong relationships with internal teams and external partners.
• Thrives in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines and shifting priorities.
• Inspires creativity and continuous improvement within the marketing team.
• Proven experience leading marketing or proposal efforts and supervising staff.
• Strong strategic thinking and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication, writing, editing, and presentation skills.
• High attention to quality of work while overseeing team workload and QA/QC.
• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office, and CRM/proposal tracking tools.
• Participation in industry events and professional organizations to develop a network of contacts and stay current with industry, client, and competitor activity.
• Strong understanding of firm's business practices including financials, goals, policies, and procedures.
• Embrace technology and ever-advancing communications and organizational tools to support marketing's function.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Ability to read, write and understand English for purposes of comprehending written job-related communications and verbal instructions and interactions.

Compensation: $81,000 to $131,500 per year (depending on qualifications) 

At Colliers Engineering & Design, our people are our most important resource. That’s why we are committed to providing all our employees with a safe, comfortable work environment, potential for career advancement, and the ability to impact society through their projects as well as Company sponsored activities.

This dedication begins with supporting a work life balance through a generous compensation package that includes: company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage; paid pregnancy disability leave; short- and long-term disability insurance; life insurance; a company-matched 401(k)/Roth; paid time off that includes parental and military leave; employee referral and professional license bonuses and a straight time policy that compensates exempt employees for billable hours worked in excess of 40 billable hours within a work week.

We have also created an internal culture that provides the resources and technology needed to encourage personal and professional growth opportunities through reimbursement for education; a free in-house resource for hundreds of educational and self-enrichment courses; mentorship program; wellness program; Women’s Organization and ongoing philanthropic opportunities.

Apply today to learn how you can join our team of professionals, so we can help you Accelerate Your Success!

• 7+ years proposal writing experience in A/E/C or professional services industry including staff management and knowledge of business development.
  In lieu of degree 8+ years of related experience.
• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Journalism, Graphic Design, or related field; equivalent experience considered.
• Certified Professional Services Marketer (CPSM) certification is an advantage, though not required.
• Demonstrates leadership, accountability, and a collaborative mindset.
• Invests in team development through mentorship, coaching, and constructive feedback, empowering staff to perform at their best and grow in their careers.
• Builds strong relationships with internal teams and external partners.
• Thrives in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines and shifting priorities.
• Inspires creativity and continuous improvement within the marketing team.
• Proven experience leading marketing or proposal efforts and supervising staff.
• Strong strategic thinking and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication, writing, editing, and presentation skills.
• High attention to quality of work while overseeing team workload and QA/QC.
• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office, and CRM/proposal tracking tools.
• Participation in industry events and professional organizations to develop a network of contacts and stay current with industry, client, and competitor activity.
• Strong understanding of firm's business practices including financials, goals, policies, and procedures.
• Embrace technology and ever-advancing communications and organizational tools to support marketing's function.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Ability to read, write and understand English for purposes of comprehending written job-related communications and verbal instructions and interactions.

Compensation: $81,000 to $131,500 per year (depending on qualifications)