Houston Engineering

Communications Assistant

Houston Engineering · Maple Grove, MN, United States
Maple Grove, MN, United States $50K–$56K Posted 2026-07-02
Salary
$50K–$56K
Type
Full-time
Experience
0-2 yr
  • Responsible for document development including writing, editing, layout, and production for a variety of client deliverables. These may include proposals, project reports, specifications, and presentations depending on the need.
  • Create customized graphics, charts, and diagrams to illustrate technical concepts.
  • Research, write, edit, and format original proposal content, including project descriptions, staff summaries, resumes, and other sections as assigned.
  • Edit content from technical staff to create a clear voice and consistent style.
  • Proactively and persistently solicit input from technical staff members.
  • Responsible for document formatting, layout, production, packaging, and maintenance of proposal production supplies.
  • Knows and ensures style and brand guidelines are followed.
  • Assists with facilitating proposal meetings and manage proposal assignments and deadlines.
  • Assist with additional project and marketing duties as assigned.
  • Bachelor's degree in English, Writing, Mass Communications, Journalism, or related field preferred.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Creative Suite.
  • Marketing, sales, proposal, and/or technical writing experience is preferred.
  • Solid communication and critical thinking skills.
  • Proficiency with grammar, punctuation, spelling, and style guides.
  • Ability to listen well and quickly solicit information from technical staff.
  • Excellent attention to detail and ability to quickly produce content.
  • Positive attitude under pressure, strong team player, responsible, dedicated, and self-motivated.
  • Ability to manage time, multi-task, and excel with limited resources and multiple priorities in a deadline-oriented and highly collaborative environment.
  • Valid Driver’s License and in good standing. Occasional travel necessary.

Job Location : Maple Grove, MN

OUR CULTURE.  YOUR CAREER .

Marketing in the world of civil engineering requires a unique blend of skills. You need a creative and open mind, with the ability to conceive of and employ new methods that grab the attention of clients and the public through writing, graphics, presentations, and more. You need a strong persuasive voice to promote the firm’s strengths while remaining sensitive to a client’s needs. You also need an investigative mind, able to delve into and comprehend technical language as well as the nuances of the industry.

If you can balance these diverse skills and others, then consider joining the growing Marketing and Communications Department at Houston Engineering, Inc. (HEI). You will have the chance to challenge yourself in both expected and unexpected ways, growing as a professional along the way.

As part of our talented staff, you will enjoy competitive pay and significate annual bonuses. The estimated rate of pay is $50,495 - $56,807 depending on experience. Other benefits include employee paid health, dental, vision, life insurance, short and long-term disability, PTO, paid holidays, parental leave, generous 401(k) match, access to HSA, FSAs, flexible schedules, annual HEI logo wear, plus more.

Additionally, view our careers page to read about HEI being selected as one of the ENR top 500 design firms and as one of the Prairie Businesses 50 best places to work for several years in a row!

EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability

$65K — 10th pctl $230K — 90th pctl
This role’s midpoint $53K vs. market median $130K for Operations roles
-60%
below median
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