Business Development/Industry Relations - Water/Wastewater Construction

Crossland Heavy Contractors, Inc.; Prosper (TX); On-site; USD 95,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Crossland Heavy Contractors, Inc. in North Texas is seeking a relationship-focused leader to strengthen our presence in the Texas water and wastewater market.

You will spend significant time in the field visiting jobsites, industry partners, and community events to build lasting relationships with contractors, municipalities, and suppliers. You will connect experienced professionals with opportunities, mentor the next generation of industry talent, and partner with Talent and Operations to align

Qualifications

• Must have established relationships in Texas water & wastewater construction.
• Experience working with contractors and field professionals.
• Strong integrity, professionalism, and follow-through.
• Networks span utilities, municipalities, and industry partners.

Responsibilities

• Represent Crossland Heavy throughout the North Texas water and wastewater construction community.
• Build and maintain long-term relationships with construction professionals, contractors, suppliers, municipalities, and industry partners.
• Spend time in the field visiting jobsites, industry partners, association meetings, conferences, and community events.
• Increase awareness of Crossland Heavy and career opportunities within our organization.
• Connect experienced construction professionals with opportunities matching their skills and goals.
• Develop relationships with the next generation of water and wastewater professionals.
• Partner with Talent and Operations to understand current and future workforce needs.
• Support workforce development initiatives and partnerships across the North Texas market.
• Share insights on workforce trends and needs of construction professionals in the region.
• Help Crossland continue building an exceptional water and wastewater team in Texas.

Skills

Relationship building

Texas industry networks

Field presence

Contractors & suppliers network

Job description

What You'll Do

• Represent Crossland Heavy throughout the North Texas water and wastewater construction community.
• Build and maintain long-term relationships with construction professionals, contractors, suppliers, municipalities, and other industry partners.
• Spend time in the field visiting jobsites, industry partners, association meetings, conferences, and community events.
• Increase awareness of Crossland Heavy and the career opportunities available within our organization.
• Connect experienced construction professionals with opportunities that align with their skills, career goals, and values.
• Develop relationships with the next generation of water and wastewater construction professionals.
• Partner with Crossland's Talent and Operations teams to understand current and future workforce needs.
• Support workforce development initiatives and partnerships throughout the North Texas market.
• Share insights on workforce trends, industry activity, and the needs of construction professionals in the region.
• Help Crossland continue building an exceptional water and wastewater construction team in Texas.

We're Looking for Someone Who

• Has established relationships within the Texas water and wastewater construction industry.
• Understands the underground utility, municipal water, wastewater, or heavy civil construction market.
• Has spent significant time working directly with contractors and field professionals.
• Is a natural relationship builder who enjoys connecting with people and staying involved in the industry.
• Would rather spend time visiting jobsites and industry contacts than sitting behind a desk all day.
• Has earned a reputation for integrity, professionalism, and following through on commitments.
• Understands that strong industry relationships are built over years, not transactions.
• Is interested in using their industry experience and relationships in a new way.

Backgrounds We'd Love to See

Your title today isn't particularly important to us. Your knowledge of the industry and the relationships you've built are.

Relevant backgrounds may include:

• Pipe, Valve & Fitting Sales
• Trench Safety
• Equipment Rental
• Pump & Process Equipment
• Utility Products
• Manufacturers' Representation
• Construction Materials
• Utility Equipment
• Contractor or Municipal Business Development

Recruiting or HR experience is not required.