Senior Pursuit Specialist
Mckinney, TX, US, 75069
GARNEY CONSTRUCTION
We are seeking a Senior Pursuit Specialist to join our growing Marketing team in McKinney, TX. This newly created role will be instrumental in supporting our strategic work acquisition efforts by leading pursuit planning, proposals, statements of qualifications (SOQs), and interview preparation. The Senior Pursuit Specialist partners closely with Profit Center Officers, Operations, and Business Development teams to produce high-quality, client-focused deliverables that advance Garney’s position in the water and wastewater industry. The ideal candidate brings strong pursuit strategy experience, leadership in proposal development, and a passion for storytelling that connects client needs to Garney’s solutions.
WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING
- Lead and manage the full lifecycle of pursuit efforts, including capture planning, proposal development, and interview coordination.
- Develop, write, and edit persuasive content tailored to client goals and project requirements.
- Facilitate pursuit meetings (kick-offs, draft reviews, debriefs) to ensure alignment and quality.
- Leverage CRM data (Unanet by Cosential) to create project resumes, maintain pursuit records, and generate reports.
- Develop and update branded marketing materials including brochures, project sheets, and pursuit collateral.
- Mentor Marketing Coordinators and Specialists, sharing best practices and supporting professional development.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
Required:
- Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Journalism, or a related field.
- 8–10 years of experience in A/E/C marketing, with a focus on pursuit strategy and proposal development.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with proven ability to craft compelling narratives.
- Expertise in Adobe InDesign and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel).
- Exceptional organization, time management, and attention to detail.
- Ability to coordinate multiple pursuits under tight deadlines while maintaining quality and consistency.
Preferred:
- Experience with water/wastewater or infrastructure pursuits and collaborative delivery methods (CMAR, Design-Build, Progressive Design-Build).
- Familiarity with Unanet CRM and Canto Digital Asset Management systems.
- Experience mentoring team members and leading collaborative proposal efforts.
LET'S TALK THE PERKS!
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
- 401K Retirement plan
- Health, dental, vision and life insurance
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA) / Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Long-term disability
- Holidays and PTO
- Bonus program
CONTACT US
If you are interested in this Senior Pursuit Specialist position in McKinney, TXthen please APPLY NOW. For other opportunities available at Garney Construction go to careers.garney.com. If you have questions about the position or would like more information, please contact Mike Curran by michael.curran@garney.com.
Garney Construction and its subsidiaries are committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and it is our policy to provide equal opportunity to all people without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other legally protected category. Garney Construction is a background screening, drug-free workplace.
Agency Disclaimer: All vendors must have a signed Garney Construction Agreement, authorized by the Executive Team, to receive payment for any placement. Verbal or written commitments made by anyone other than a member of the Executive Team will not be considered binding. Any unsolicited resumes sent to Garney Construction or submitted to employees outside of the Recruiting Team will be deemed the property of Garney Construction. In such cases, Garney Construction will not be obligated to pay any placement fees.
Nearest Major Market: Dallas
Nearest Secondary Market: Fort Worth