Business Development Coordinator

Have you ever thought about who shapes the buildings that serve our communities—fire halls, police stations, and other civic facilities? At Johnston Davidson Architecture (JDa), we design essential public buildings that support and strengthen growing communities. We are looking for a Business Development Coordinator to join our team and help us win and communicate meaningful work. This role sits at the intersection of design, writing, and strategy. You will lead the creation of architectural proposals in response to RFPs—crafting clear, compelling narratives and producing visually refined submissions using Adobe InDesign and related tools. Beyond proposals, you will contribute to broader marketing and business development initiatives, helping position the firm for continued growth. What you will do: Lead proposal development from RFP review through to final submission Write, edit, and coordinate content with internal teams Design polished, professional layouts using Adobe InDesign Contribute to marketing initiatives, award submissions, and social media accounts Update the company website to reflect new projects, personnel and other achievements Support strategic business development initiatives aligned with the firm’s growth objectives We are looking for someone who: Has a background in business, marketing, or a related field Brings strong writing, editing, and organizational skills Is highly proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign is essential) Has a genuine appreciation for architecture and design Thrives in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment Ability to work independently Salary: $65,000 – $80,000 Location: Vancouver, BC If you are interested in shaping how meaningful architecture is communicated—and want to be part of a collaborative, design-focused studio—we would like to hear from you. Please submit your cover letter and resume to [email protected]

Lead the development of architectural proposals by crafting compelling narratives and designing polished layouts using Adobe InDesign. Contribute to broader marketing initiatives, including social media, award submissions, and website updates to support firm growth.

Candidates should have a background in business, marketing, or a related field with strong writing and organizational skills. Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, specifically InDesign, and an appreciation for architecture are essential.

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• Proposal Development
• Adobe InDesign
• Adobe Creative Suite
• Writing
• Editing
• Marketing
• Business Development
• Social Media Management
• Content Coordination
• RFP Response
• Layout Design
• Strategic Planning
• Website Management
• Organizational Skills

• Marketing
• Sales
• Art & Design
• Creative & Media
• Administrative

Minimum education

Bachelor’s degree

Minimum experience

0+ years

Apply by

Jan 17, 2027

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week

Seniority

Entry level

Application method

Direct apply is available