Business Development Associate

Marmer Construction; Sebring (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus program

401k Retirement Plan

Paid Time off

Direct Deposit Paycheck

Work-Life Balance

Individual Recognition

Team Building

Open Communication

Job summary

Marmer Construction seeks a driven business development professional to identify construction opportunities and grow client relationships in our market. You will collaborate with owners, developers, architects, engineers, and project teams to pursue qualified opportunities and maintain CRM records.

You will monitor industry activity, support outreach and marketing efforts, and help coordinate client meetings and site visits.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of experience in business development, sales, marketing, or client relations; construction industry experience preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, construction management, or a related field preferred; equivalent relevant experience considered.
• Strong relationship-building, networking, and interpersonal skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, including professional correspondence, proposals, and presentations.
• Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office and customer relationship management software.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with consistent attention to follow-through.
• Detail-oriented mindset and commitment to quality and accuracy.
• Ability to research opportunities, assess client needs, and communicate the company's capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Identify and research prospective clients, construction opportunities, and target markets.
• Build and maintain relationships with owners, developers, architects, engineers, and industry contacts.
• Support the business development strategy through prospect outreach, relationship building, and follow-up.
• Monitor upcoming projects, public solicitations, and industry activity to identify opportunities.
• Maintain records of contacts, opportunities, and follow-up in the CRM.
• Coordinate with management and project teams to evaluate opportunities and support pursuits.
• Maintain current company information, project profiles, resumes, references, and materials.
• Represent Marmer Construction at industry events and networking functions.
• Coordinate client meetings, presentations, and site tours with the team.
• Support marketing initiatives, including website updates and social media content.
• Gather client feedback and share insights with management to improve service.
• Track business activity and provide updates on opportunities and results.

Skills

Relationship-building

Networking

Interpersonal skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

CRM software

Microsoft Office

Organizational skills

Time management

Research opportunities

Travel

Education

Bachelor's degree in business/marketing/construction management

Tools

CRM software

Microsoft Office

Job description

• Identify and research prospective clients, construction opportunities, and target markets that align with the company's goals and capabilities.
• Build and maintain relationships with owners, developers, architects, engineers, community partners, and other industry contacts.
• Support the company's business development strategy through prospect outreach, relationship building, and consistent follow-up.
• Monitor upcoming projects, public solicitations, and industry activity to identify potential opportunities.
• Maintain accurate records of contacts, communications, opportunities, and follow-up activities in the company's customer relationship management system.
• Coordinate with executive management, preconstruction, and project management teams to evaluate opportunities and support project pursuits.
• Maintain current company information, project profiles, team resumes, references, and other business development materials.
• Represent Marmer Construction at industry events, networking functions, trade shows, and community activities.
• Coordinate prospective client meetings, presentations, and project tours with the appropriate team members.
• Support marketing initiatives, including website updates, social media content, project announcements, and company recognition.
• Gather client feedback and share relevant information with management to strengthen relationships and improve service.
• Track business development activity and prepare regular updates on opportunities, pursuit status, and results.
• Support a smooth transition of client expectations and project information to preconstruction and operations teams.

Qualifications & Education Requirements

• 2-5 years of experience in business development, sales, marketing, or client relations; construction industry experience preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, construction management, or a related field preferred; equivalent relevant experience considered.
• Strong relationship-building, networking, and interpersonal skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, including professional correspondence, proposals, and presentations.
• Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office and customer relationship management software.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with consistent attention to follow-through.
• Detail-oriented mindset and commitment to quality and accuracy.
• Ability to research opportunities, assess client needs, and communicate the company's capabilities.
• Self-motivated, accountable, and able to manage multiple priorities.
• Strong team focus and ability to collaborate across departments.
• Strong personal integrity and the highest ethical standards.
• Ability to travel to client meetings, project sites, and industry events as needed.
• Competitive Compensation
  • Bonus program
  • 401k Retirement Plan
  • Paid Time off
  • Direct Deposit Paycheck
• Work-Life Balance
• Individual Recognition
• Team Building
• Open Communication

Marmer provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.

Marmer participates in the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program.