Business Development Director - Tulsa

GH2 Architects, LLC; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work hours

Job summary

GH2 Architects, LLC in Tulsa seeks an experienced Business Development Director to identify opportunities, drive growth, and build relationships with clients and partners. You will lead market research, pursue strategies, and collaborate with leadership and marketing to win projects across education, government, healthcare, and office sectors, maintaining a healthy pipeline and speaking at events.

We offer excellent compensation and benefits commensurate with experience, along with flexible work

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, business, or related field.
• 5+ years of business development experience in the AEC industry preferred.
• Strong planning, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Identify new project opportunities and drive growth.
• Develop and implement business growth strategies.
• Build and nurture client and industry partner relationships.
• Lead pursuits with leadership and marketing; develop proposals.
• Represent GH2 at conferences and events; collaborate on sponsorships and social media.
• Maintain a healthy opportunity pipeline and provide forecasting.

Skills

5+ years of business development

Strong communication skills

Networking ability

CRM proficiency

Proposal/pursuit tools

Independent & collaborative

Education

Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, business, or related field

Tools

CRM systems

Microsoft Office

Proposal/pursuit tools

Job description

Business Development Director – Tulsa

GH2 Architects, LLC (GH2) is seeking an experienced Business Development Director to join our award-winning team. GH2 maintains offices in Tulsa, Oklahoma City, Denver, and Phoenix. This position is available at our Tulsa location. In this role, you will: identify new project opportunities, develop and implement strategies to drive business growth, and build and nurture relationships with clients and industry partners.

Founded in 1973, GH2 is a highly collaborative team passionate about providing our clients with world-class design and services. Our national team of dedicated professionals provides fully integrated in-house architecture, interior design, and landscape architecture services. Our firm operates with a flat organizational structure and has a diverse portfolio of work, including education, government/public, healthcare, office, non-profit, and recreation. GH2 maintains dedicated specialty practices in hospitality, equine, and historic preservation architecture.

GH2 team members participate in a design-oriented practice with colleagues who celebrate exceptional work, client service, and engagement with our professions and communities. They receive supplemental technical and professional education tailored to their interests and professional goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Business Development Planning: Develop and own the Oklahoma City business development plan, including clear objectives, strategies, and budgets to drive growth.
• Market & Client Intelligence: Conduct market research and competitive analysis to identify targets aligned with GH2’s strengths and strategic objectives.
• Relationship Development: Build and sustain relationships with prospective and existing clients, industry partners, and influencers to expand GH2’s presence in the region.
• Pursuit Leadership: Partner with leadership and marketing on go/no-go recommendations, pursuit strategy, and development of qualifications, proposals, and interview materials.
• Brand Presence: Represent the firm at business development conferences and community events; collaborate with the marketing team on sponsorships, advertising, and social media to strengthen visibility and support pursuits.
• Pipeline Management: Maintain a healthy opportunity pipeline, track progress in the CRM, and provide regular forecasting and status updates to firm leadership.

Position Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, business, or a related field.
• 5+ years of business development experience (preferred in the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) industry) with a strong grasp of industry terminology and delivery methods.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple deadlines while maintaining strong attention to detail.
• Strong planning, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to tailor messages to client stakeholders.
• Demonstrated networking ability and comfort initiating and sustaining professional relationships.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
• Proficiency with CRM systems, Microsoft Office, and proposal/pursuit tools; able to maintain accurate, actionable records.
• Preferred: Existing relationships and a track record of wins within the Oklahoma City/region AEC market.
• Preferred: Experience with public procurement processes (RFQs/RFPs).

Why Join GH2?

We offer excellent compensation and benefits commensurate with experience, along with flexible work hours. You’ll join a fun, collaborative environment that supports design excellence, professional growth, dedication to quality, and mutual respect.

GH2 is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a workplace free from harassment and discrimination. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. We encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply and join our team.