Business Development Lead

TYG; Illinois; On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

TYG is seeking a Senior Business Development Lead to grow its aviation and MEP practice across the Midwest. This is a senior, client-facing role requiring an established network in aviation, airport, engineering or construction sectors and a proven ability to win new work.

You will develop BD strategies, build relationships with airports, owners, developers, and contractors, and lead proposals and client pursuits while collaborating with technical leadership to expand key accounts.

Qualifications

• Senior, client-facing BD leadership in aviation/MEP sectors.
• Proven track record of developing opportunities and winning work.
• Strong network across aviation, airport, engineering or construction sectors.
• Ability to work with technical and leadership teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute business development strategies across aviation and MEP markets.
• Build relationships with airport authorities, owners, developers, contractors, and key stakeholders.
• Identify and pursue new project opportunities across the Midwest.
• Lead and support proposals, presentations, and client pursuits.
• Partner with technical leadership to expand existing relationships.
• Represent the business at industry events and networks.

Skills

Business development

Aviation industry

Relationship building

Proposals leadership

Midwest market

Job description

Business Development Lead – MEP / Aviation

About the Opportunity

A leading engineering consultancy is seeking a Business Development Lead to grow its aviation and MEP practice across the Midwest.

This is a senior, client-facing opportunity for someone with an established network across the aviation, airport, engineering, or construction sectors and a strong track record of developing relationships and winning new work.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute business development strategies across the aviation and MEP markets.
• Build relationships with airport authorities, owners, developers, contractors, and key industry stakeholders.
• Identify and pursue new project opportunities across the Midwest.
• Lead and support proposals, presentations, and client pursuits.
• Partner with technical leadership to develop strategic accounts and expand existing relationships.
• Represent the business at industry events and within relevant professional networks.

What We're Looking For

• Proven business development experience within the aviation industry.
• Demonstrated success developing opportunities and winning work.
• Ability to work closely with technical and senior leadership teams.
• Strong understanding of the Chicago and Midwest market.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

An opportunity to join a well-established consultancy and play a key role in expanding its aviation and MEP presence across Chicago and the Midwest.

The position offers significant client exposure, access to major projects, and the opportunity to directly influence business growth while working alongside experienced technical and market leaders.