Business Development Manager - US West

DBD International; Richland (WA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

DBD International is seeking a forward-thinking Business Development Lead to drive expansion across our US West portfolio. You will report to the Growth Partner and lead strategic growth initiatives, building senior client relationships and positioning DBD as a trusted delivery partner across major programmes and frameworks.

You will combine sector insight with commercial leadership to unlock opportunities, strengthen market presence and support long-term business growth.

Qualifications

• Degree-qualified (or equivalent experience) in a relevant discipline.
• Proven business development experience within defence or regulated energy markets.
• Strong understanding of US nuclear industries and commercial models.
• Demonstrable success in securing and growing strategic client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute the US Nuclear West sector growth strategy.
• Identify and convert opportunities across civil nuclear and energy markets.
• Develop relationships with key stakeholders across operators, regulators, and contractors.
• Expand existing frameworks and contracts to increase scope and value.

Skills

Business development

Relationship building

Strategic thinking

Negotiation

Market insight

Education

Bachelor's degree (or equivalent)

Job description

Role summary

DBD is seeking a forward-thinking Business Development Lead to drive expansion across our US West portfolio.

Role summary

DBD is seeking a forward-thinking Business Development Lead to drive expansion across our US West portfolio.

Reporting to the Growth Partner, this role will lead strategic growth initiatives, build senior client relationships and position DBD as a trusted delivery partner across major programmes and frameworks.

You will combine sector insight with commercial leadership to unlock new opportunities, strengthen market presence and support long-term business growth.

What you will be doing

• Defining and executing the US Nuclear West sector growth strategy in alignment with DBD’s wider objectives.
• Identifying and converting opportunities across civil nuclear, decommissioning and related energy markets.
• Developing relationships with key stakeholders across operators, regulators, Tier 1 contractors and delivery partners.
• Expanding existing frameworks and contracts to increase scope and value.
• Leading commercial negotiations and supporting bid strategy.
• Collaborating with technical capability leads to shape competitive, differentiated solutions.
• Aligning opportunity pipeline with workforce and resourcing strategy.
• Providing accurate pipeline forecasting and market intelligence.
• Acting as a senior representative of DBD across industry engagements and events.

Formal qualifications or training

• Degree qualified (or equivalent experience) in a relevant discipline.
• Proven business development experience within defence, civil nuclear, decommissioning or broader regulated energy markets.
• Strong understanding of US nuclear industries and commercial models.
• Demonstrable success in securing and growing strategic client relationships.

Make a Difference with DBD

DBD is an independent, UK-headquartered mid-cap nuclear consultancy entering its next phase of growth.

We have built a strong reputation across Defence, Decommissioning and New Build programmes, combining technical credibility with commercial agility. Now we are focused on scaling intelligently, strengthening strategic partnerships and expanding our market presence.

We offer the opportunity to influence at senior levels, shape meaningful programmes and contribute to the growth of an ambitious, forward-thinking business.

Make a difference today with DBD.