Business Development Manager

Degenkolb Engineers Career Center; Orange (CA); Hybrid; USD 107,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and life insurance

401(k) with company Profit Sharing

Generous paid time off program

Job summary

Degenkolb Engineers Career Center in Orange is seeking a Business Development Manager to enhance their structural engineering practice. The role emphasizes strategic relationship building and market engagement.

The ideal candidate should have experience in the A/E/C industry, with strong communication skills and a proactive approach to business growth. Competitive compensation ranging from $107,000 to $145,000 annually and a flexible hybrid work environment are offered.

Qualifications

• Business development experience in the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (A/E/C) industry.
• Strong ability to cultivate client relationships and support project managers.
• Excellent communication skills and proactive business growth strategies.

Responsibilities

• Support and expand Degenkolb’s structural engineering practice areas.
• Develop strategic relationships and engage with the market.
• Collaborate closely with project managers and firm leadership.

Skills

Business development experience

Excellent communication skills

Strong market awareness

Job description

Company Background

Founded in 1940 and headquartered in San Francisco, Degenkolb Engineers has more than eight decades of commitment to innovation, client service, and life‑long learning. We deliver customized structural solutions in a variety of practice areas such as healthcare, education, science and technology, forensics, construction engineering, and federal buildings. We address every project need—whether meeting stringent codes, staying on budget, adhering to tight schedules, or creating landmark structural systems.

Position Description

Our Orange office is seeking a Business Development Manager to support and expand Degenkolb’s structural engineering practice areas through strategic relationship development, market engagement, and business growth initiatives.

We are on the forefront of the industry and dedicated to our clients’ needs, looking to showcase our expertise and commitment. This position partners closely with project managers, market leaders, and firm leadership to strengthen client relationships, identify opportunities, and support continued growth across targeted markets.

Ideal Candidate

We’re looking for someone with business development experience in the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (A/E/C) industry who thrives in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment and enjoys supporting project managers in developing strong client relationships. The ideal candidate brings excellent communication skills, strong market awareness, and a proactive approach to helping grow the business while supporting strategic initiatives across the firm.

Compensation and Benefits

The pay rate for this position ranges between$107,000 and $145,000 annually. This range is a good faith estimate provided pursuant to pay transparency laws. Actual pay rates will be based on various factors, including location, company geographic differentials, education level, and candidate qualifications.

Benefits include health and life insurance, commuter benefits, paid parental leave, 401(k) with company Profit Sharing contribution, employee ownership in a privately held stock plan, financial support for professional activities, company holidays, and a generous paid time off program.

Culture

We offer a flexible hybrid work schedule and a fun office environment! Our firm is highly collaborative and filled with experts who are united by a passion for industry involvement, pride in company ownership, and respect for our personal lives. You will benefit from focused professional development within a highly supportive and transparent team environment. We also offer opportunities for committee participation and leadership, variety in work assignments, and a pay scale set at the 75th market percentile. To learn more about the company, please visit: https://degenkolb.com/culture/