Business Development Manager

Onni Group of Companies; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 151,703 - 186,181; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay & Comprehensive Benefits Package

Company-paid extended health care

Annual Education Allowance

Generous Referral Program

Free access to a fully equipped gym

Job summary

Onni Group of Companies is looking for a Business Development Manager to drive strategic growth across its entities. The role focuses on identifying and securing new business opportunities while building relationships with clients and partners.

The ideal candidate has over 5 years of external sales experience in the construction industry, possesses strong communication skills, and is familiar with First Nations in northwestern BC. The position supports projects in various sectors.

Offering a competitive salary range of $110,000-$135,000 per year with excellent benefits and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of external sales experience in the construction industry.
• Strong construction industry knowledge preferred.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities across all CapWest divisions.
• Build and maintain relationships with indigenous relations, developers, contractors, and consultants.
• Track and manage leads, bids, and proposals.

Skills

External sales experience in construction

Communication skills

Relationship building

Construction industry knowledge

Ability to generate and close business

Job description

Job Description

The Business Development Manager is responsible for driving strategic growth across all CapWest Group of Companies entities, including but not limited to Forming, Pumping, Framing, Exterior Panel Systems, Drywall, Civil, and new acquisitions. This role focuses on identifying, developing, and securing new business opportunities, while building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, partners, and industry stakeholders. The position will support projects across the government, institutional, and commercial sectors, in addition to industrial and residential markets.

Perks

• Competitive pay & a Comprehensive Benefits Package.
• Benefits include company-paid extended health care, dental care, vision care, life insurance, critical illness, and critical life insurance.
• Annual Education Allowance
• Generous Referral Program
• Fun & collaborative company culture with lots of team-building events
• Local discounts to restaurants, clothing stores, personal training, and more
• Free access to a fully equipped gym
• Friends and Family rates for hospitality brands

What You Will Do

Business Development & Strategy

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities across all CapWest divisions.
• Develop and execute growth strategies aligned with company objectives.
• Research market trends and upcoming opportunities.

Client & Relationship Management

• Build and maintain relationships with indigenous relations, developers, contractors, and consultants.
• Maintaining ongoing First Nations relationships.
• Act as primary contact for prospective clients.
• Attend industry events and networking functions and bring respective team members from each division.

Opportunity Pipeline Management

• Track and manage leads, bids, and proposals.
• Coordinate with internal teams to align opportunities with capacity.
• Provide reporting on pipeline and forecasts.

Proposal & Pursuit Support

• Work with the Director of Business Operations & Development to prepare proposals and presentations.
• Collaborate with estimating and operations teams to ensure processes are followed and timelines align.

Internal Coordination

• Ensure visibility of opportunities across all divisions.
• Align business development with operational priorities.

What You Will Bring

• 5+ years of external sales experience in the construction industry
• Strong construction industry knowledge preferred.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Proven ability to generate and close business.
• Familiarity working with First Nations in northwestern BC an asset

Salary Range: $110,000-135,000 Per Year

About The Company: For over half a century, Onni has been building communities for people to live, work, and play. Our success reflects our commitment to our employees and partners, and our dedication to quality construction, innovation, sustainability, and customer satisfaction. Our expertise expands across North America, with offices in Vancouver, Toronto, Los Angeles, Seattle, Phoenix, and Chicago.

AI Use: This role may involve the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support research, analysis, content development, design, reporting, or operational efficiency. Employees are expected to use AI responsibly and in compliance with company policies, data privacy requirements, confidentiality obligations, and applicable laws. All AI-generated or AI-assisted outputs must be reviewed for accuracy, quality, and appropriateness before use. Employees are also expected to disclose when AI tools have been used in the creation of work and must not present AI-generated content as solely their own original work.