Business Development & Preconstruction Manager

IMC Construction Career Center; Malvern (Chester County); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

IMC Construction Career Center is seeking a Business Development & Preconstruction Manager to identify new opportunities and assist in project execution. This role involves engaging clients, conducting market research, and supporting preconstruction strategies.

Key responsibilities include driving business development efforts, building client relationships, and tracking opportunities through CRM systems. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in preconstruction and project management, as well as excellent communication skills to foster connections within the industry.

Qualifications

• Strong foundation in preconstruction or project management.
• Ability to identify and pursue business development opportunities.
• Effective communication and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Identify and pursue new opportunities aligned with strategic goals.
• Assist in developing conceptual budgets and project assessment.
• Establish relationships with clients, developers, architects, and engineers.
• Support development of proposals and presentations.
• Track and manage opportunities through CRM systems.

Skills

Business development

Project management

Market research

Relationship building

Proposal development

Job description

We’re looking for a Business Development & Preconstruction Manager who can bridge the gap between identifying opportunities and bringing them to life. This role is ideal for someone with a strong foundation in preconstruction or project management who is interested in expanding into business development and playing a more strategic role in shaping our pipeline.

You’ll work across teams to evaluate opportunities, build relationships, and help convert pursuits into active projects, playing a key role in IMC’s continued growth.

What You’ll Do

Drive Business Development Efforts: Identify and pursue new opportunities aligned with IMC’s strategic goals. Conduct market research, engage with clients, and help expand our presence across target sectors and regions.

Support Preconstruction Strategy: Leverage your preconstruction and/or project management background to assist in developing conceptual budgets and assess project viability early in the pursuit phase.

Build Client Relationships: Establish and maintain strong relationships with clients, developers, architects, and engineers. Actively participate in meetings, presentations, and networking opportunities to strengthen IMC’s presence in the market.

Lead Pursuit & Proposal Efforts: Support the development of proposals and presentations, working closely with internal teams to deliver clear, compelling, and professional materials.

Coordinate Across Teams: Partner with Business Development, Marketing, Estimating, and Operations to align on pursuit strategies and ensure a smooth transition from opportunity to project execution.

Track & Manage Opportunities: Maintain and track opportunities through CRM systems. Support account planning efforts and ensure consistent follow-up on leads and active pursuits.

Continuously Improve Processes: Participate in pursuit debriefs to identify areas for improvement and help refine IMC’s sales and marketing approach over time.