Business Development Manager

Peak Energy Services; Bridgeport (WV); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Peak Energy Services is seeking a Business Development Manager for the Bridgeport, WV area to identify and pursue opportunities in energy and infrastructure. You will build key client relationships, prepare proposals, and collaborate with operations to tailor services to client needs.

Daily duties include prospecting, qualifying leads, attending industry events, and maintaining a robust sales pipeline. The role requires on-site work in Bridgeport with travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Engineering, or related field or equivalent experience.
• Experience in energy, utilities, or industrial infrastructure preferred.
• Prior business development, sales, or client services experience emphasized.

Responsibilities

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities in energy and infrastructure sectors.
• Build and maintain relationships with key clients and support long-term growth.
• Prepare proposals and bids and participate in sales presentations.
• Collaborate with operations leaders to align service offerings with client needs.
• Monitor market trends, maintain sales pipelines and activity reports.
• Ensure smooth project onboarding and high client satisfaction through follow-through.

Skills

Lead generation

Pipeline management

Closing new business

Account management

Client relationship building

Negotiation

Presentation skills

Market research

CRM systems

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

CRM systems

MS Office

Job description

Company Description

Peak Energy Services is a nationwide provider of inspection and project support services across upstream, midstream, downstream, utility, and industrial energy sectors. Backed by more than 45 years of leadership experience, the company supports operators, contractors, and engineering firms with professionals who have built, managed, and inspected complex energy infrastructure projects. Peak Energy Services offers a broad range of services, including pipeline, welding, coating, civil, electrical, and environmental inspection, as well as construction management, QA/QC, documentation control, digital inspection records, and drone support. The organization focuses on safety, regulatory compliance, and practical solutions that protect people, assets, schedules, and investments. Team members work closely with clients as trusted partners, delivering transparent communication, professionalism, and accountability on projects across the country.

Role Description

This is a full-time, on-site Business Development Manager role based in Bridgeport, WV. The Business Development Manager will identify and pursue new business opportunities in the energy and infrastructure sectors, build and maintain relationships with key clients, and support long-term account growth. Daily responsibilities include prospecting and qualifying leads, preparing proposals and bids, participating in sales presentations, and collaborating with operations leaders to align service offerings with client needs. The role involves monitoring market trends, attending industry events, maintaining accurate sales pipelines and activity reports, and contributing to strategic planning for regional growth. The Business Development Manager will also work closely with internal teams to ensure smooth project onboarding, high client satisfaction, and consistent follow-through from initial contact through project closeout.

Qualifications

• Business development and sales skills, including lead generation, pipeline management, and closing new business opportunities.
• Account management and client relationship skills, with the ability to build trust, understand client needs, and maintain long-term partnerships.
• Knowledge of energy, utilities, or industrial infrastructure sectors, preferably with exposure to inspection, construction management, or QA/QC services.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and presentation skills, with the ability to convey technical services and project value to diverse stakeholders.
• Analytical and strategic thinking skills, including market research, competitive analysis, and revenue forecasting.
• Proficiency with CRM systems, MS Office applications, and basic digital collaboration tools.
• Proven ability to work on-site, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and manage multiple opportunities and deadlines simultaneously.
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• Prior experience in business development, sales, or client services within the energy or construction industries is strongly preferred.
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel to