Business Development Manager

Prudent Engineering LLP; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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401K

PTO

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Job summary

Prudent Engineering LLP in New York State seeks a seasoned Business Development Manager to lead and grow our transportation and infrastructure business across New York. You will set the BD strategy, expand key client relationships, and drive long-term, sustainable growth with a focus on NYSDOT and the New York State Thruway Authority.

You will partner with executive leadership, oversee major pursuits, shape win strategies for high-value RFQs/RFPs, and guide proposal development, interviews, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Marketing, or a related field.
• 8+ years of experience in business development, client leadership, or strategic growth within engineering or infrastructure consulting.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or strong civil/transportation engineering background.
• Established network within NYSDOT, NYS Thruway Authority, or regional transportation agencies.

Responsibilities

• Lead and grow the transportation and infrastructure business across New York State, focusing on NYSDOT and NY Thruway Authority.
• Set and execute the firm’s business development strategy; expand key client relationships and drive long-term growth.
• Oversee major pursuits, guide capture planning, and define win strategies for RFQs and RFPs.
• Collaborate with leadership to align BD with technical capabilities and staffing plans; mentor BD and marketing staff.

Skills

BD leadership

Strategic growth

Relationship building

Negotiation skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Eng/Bus

PE license

Tools

Public sector bidding

Proposals & RFx

Job description

About the Firm:

Our mission: Transforming Infrastructure with Passion and Kindness.

We provide quality, cost-effective engineering services to state and local governments and private-sector clients across New York State and Pennsylvania. Our project portfolio features experience in bridge, highway, and structural design. Condition and safety inspection. Civil and site engineering support. Construction inspection and administration. Survey and mapping and hydrographic services.

Prudent Engineering is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

What you’ll be able to do:

We are seeking a Business Development Manager to lead and grow our transportation and infrastructure business across New York State, with a primary focus on NYSDOT and the New York State Thruway Authority. This senior leadership role is responsible for setting and executing the firm’s business development strategy, expanding key client relationships, and driving long-term, sustainable growth.

The Business Development Manager will serve as a trusted partner to executive leadership, oversee major pursuits, and play a critical role in positioning the firm for success within New York State’s public-sector transportation market.

The requirements we seek:

• Develop and execute a comprehensive business development strategy for New York State Transportation agencies.
• Provide market intelligence on capital programs, funding trends, and agency priorities to inform firm-wide strategic planning.
• Identify and evaluate new growth markets, service lines, and teaming opportunities.
• Serve as a senior point of contact for key agency clients and strategic partners.
• Strengthening relationships with NYSDOT, NYS Thruway Authority, and regional transportation entities.
• Represent the firm in high-level meetings, negotiations, and industry forums.
• Lead go/no-go decisions for major pursuits and oversee capture planning efforts.
• Define win strategies, messaging, and positioning for complex, high-value RFQs and RFPs.
• Guide proposal development, interview preparation, and presentation strategy for major pursuits.
• Ensure compliance with procurement requirements and ethical standards.
• Collaborate closely with leadership to align business development efforts with technical capabilities and staffing plans.
• Mentor and guide business development and marketing staff.
• Establish and track key performance metrics, including pipeline development, hit rates, and revenue growth.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Marketing, or a related field.
• 8+ years of experience in business development, client leadership, or strategic growth within the engineering or infrastructure consulting industry.
• Proven experience leading pursuits and building relationships with Local Government Transportation agencies.
• Understanding of New York State public-sector procurement and contracting processes.
• Demonstrate ability to influence at the executive and agency decision-maker level.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and leadership skills.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or technical background in civil or transportation engineering.
• Established network within NYSDOT, NYS Thruway Authority or regional transportation agencies.
• Experience shaping firmwide growth strategies and managing teams.
• Involvement in professional organizations (ACEC, ASCE, WTS, etc.).

What we offer:

• Annual salary of $100,000 - $120,000
• Medical, dental, vision.
• 401K with company match.
• PTO plus paid holidays.
• Unlimited opportunities to advance your career.

*Actual compensation may vary based on work experience, location, market conditions, education/training, certifications, and other credentials, as well as applicable knowledge and skills