Business Development Manager

Venteon; Bingham Farms (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Venteon is seeking a dedicated business development professional to drive growth in commercial, site-work, and infrastructure construction sectors in the Metro Detroit area. You will engage with developers, architects, engineers, and public/private sector stakeholders to expand market presence.

You will research market trends, prepare tailored proposals, and present RFPs in collaboration with estimating and project management teams, while representing Venteon at industry events.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years in business development, sales, or client relations, preferably in construction.
• Strong knowledge of construction markets, industry players, and procurement processes.

Responsibilities

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities within commercial, site-work, and infrastructure construction sectors.
• Build and maintain relationships with developers, architects, engineers, consultants, and public/private sector stakeholders.
• Research market trends, competitor activities, and potential client needs to develop tailored proposals and pitches.
• Prepare and present business proposals, RFPs, and tenders with estimating and project management teams.
• Represent the company at industry events, trade shows, and networking functions to build brand awareness.
• Maintain a robust pipeline of potential projects and clients using CRM tools.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure seamless handover from business development to project execution.
• Monitor key performance metrics and report on business development activity and outcomes.

Skills

Business development

Negotiation

Relationship building

Market research

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY

Direct hire, in-office position with a construction company in the Metro Detroit area. Opportunity to drive business growth in commercial, site-work, and infrastructure construction sectors. Work closely with industry professionals and stakeholders to expand market presence. Engage in a fast-paced environment with a high priority on business development initiatives.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities within commercial, site-work, and infrastructure construction sectors.
• Build and maintain relationships with developers, architects, engineers, consultants, and public/private sector stakeholders.
• Research market trends, competitor activities, and potential client needs to develop tailored proposals and pitches.
• Prepare and present business proposals, RFPs, and tenders in collaboration with estimating and project management teams.
• Represent the company at industry events, trade shows, and networking functions to build brand awareness.
• Maintain a robust pipeline of potential projects and clients using CRM tools.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure seamless handover from business development to project execution.
• Monitor key performance metrics and report on business development activity and outcomes.

WHAT IS REQUIRED

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in business development, sales, or client relations, preferably within the construction industry.
• Strong knowledge of construction markets, industry players, and procurement processes.
• Exceptional negotiation, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with Design & Build, Public-Private partnership, or government bidding processes.

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