Architectural Business Development Leader

CRSA Employment Services, LLC; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 95,000 - 117,000; Full time

Job summary

CRSA Employment Services, LLC in Salt Lake City, UT is seeking a Business Development Manager to lead pursuit of new project opportunities, cultivate client relationships, and align growth with the firm’s design vision.

You will work with principals, marketing, and project teams to drive pipeline, prepare proposals, and maintain CRM systems while tracking market trends and regional opportunities to advance revenue targets.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• 5–8+ years of business development experience in professional services.
• Strong understanding of architectural services and procurement processes.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; ability to engage decision-makers.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Proficiency in CRM platforms (Deltek/Vantagepoint, Salesforce) and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute business development strategies to generate new leads, nurture client relationships, and secure new project opportunities.
• Conduct market research to identify potential clients, partners, and project pursuits aligned with the firm’s growth goals.
• Coordinate and participate in client meetings, networking events, conferences, and industry functions to foster connections and visibility.
• Collaborate with principals and marketing teams to prepare proposals, RFQs/RFPs, presentations, and interview materials.
• Maintain CRM systems and lead tracking with accurate reporting on opportunities and relationship development actions.
• Stay informed about industry trends, project announcements, competitor activities, and regional market dynamics.
• Lead strategic outreach initiatives including targeted email campaigns and client appreciation efforts.
• Support cross-functional collaboration between business development, marketing, and project delivery teams.
• Monitor and report on business development metrics and provide insights to leadership on progress toward revenue and growth targets.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Relationship-building

Analytical thinking

Proposal coordination

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, Architecture, or related field

Tools

Deltek Vantagepoint

Salesforce

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

CRSA Employment Services, LLC in Salt Lake City, UT is seeking a Business Development Manager to lead pursuit of new project opportunities, cultivate client relationships, and align growth with the firm’s design vision.

You will work with principals, marketing, and project teams to drive pipeline, prepare proposals, and maintain CRM systems while tracking market trends and regional opportunities to advance revenue targets.