Business Development Manager

LVI Associates

Atlanta (GA)

On-site

USD 82,000 - 105,000

Full time

14 days+

Application generator

An application made for this job — a tailored resume and cover letter that speak straight to the posting.

Get past ATS filters

Job summary

A national engineering firm is seeking a Business Development Manager in Atlanta, Georgia. Responsibilities include leading the business team, driving growth, and managing proposals. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills, along with proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and Microsoft Office. This mid-senior level position offers a full-time role in civil engineering, with opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

Detail-oriented with strong leadership and motivational skills.
Excellent written, interpersonal, and communication abilities.
Outstanding organizational and time management skills.

Responsibilities

Lead and structure the Georgia business team effectively.
Drive business development opportunities with new and existing clients.
Collaborate with regional teams to position the company as a market leader.
Mentor and train the BD/Marketing team.
Manage production schedules and vendor coordination.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Team management

Adaptability

Problem-solving

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Overview

The Client Services / Business Development Manager provides strategic leadership in the development of major proposals, qualification statements, expressions of interest, presentations, and other business development materials. This role is responsible for delivering high-quality proposals under tight deadlines and managing the full proposal lifecycle, including budgeting, team coordination, and compliance.

Location and Leadership

Location: Atlanta, Georgia. This senior leadership role reports directly to the Regional Vice President and is responsible for driving business growth and enhancing the company\'s reputation across Georgia and the surrounding region.

Responsibilities

Lead and structure the Georgia business team effectively.
Build strong relationships with clients and internal teams.
Drive business development opportunities with new and existing clients.
Collaborate with regional teams to position the company as a market leader.
Apply sound business acumen to maximize commercial returns.
Embrace leadership, mentorship, and collaboration.
Develop and maintain strong client relationships across consulting engineering sectors (DOTs, aviation, transit, water/wastewater, federal/state/local entities).
Lead strategic marketing efforts and client engagement initiatives.
Oversee creation of marketing materials (proposals, presentations, newsletters).
Represent the company at industry forums and seminars.
Mentor and train the BD/Marketing team.
Implement and monitor innovative BD strategies and tactics.
Track and report on business development goals and milestones.
Analyze RFP/RFQ documents and develop compliance matrices and schedules.
Facilitate kick-off meetings and guide proposal teams.
Ensure technical and non-technical proposal components meet requirements.
Collaborate with finance and legal teams for compliance.
Lead quality reviews and ensure compelling, compliant, and comprehensive submissions.
Manage production schedules and vendor coordination.
Develop and oversee presentation materials and lead interview preparation for technical staff.
Maintain team assignment schedules and monitor performance.

Qualifications & Skills

Detail-oriented with strong leadership and motivational skills.
Excellent written, interpersonal, and communication abilities.
Outstanding organizational and time management skills.
Ability to lead diverse teams and inspire high-quality work.
Adaptable to dynamic environments and capable of resolving issues under pressure.
Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite and Microsoft Office Suite.

Key Details