Business Development Professional

Hankins Construction Company; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary + commission

Health, dental, vision benefits

Generous PTO

Direct access to leadership

Job summary

A leading construction firm in St. Louis is seeking a Business Development Professional to identify new project opportunities and grow the company’s pipeline. The ideal candidate will have a strong sales background and knowledge of the St. Louis market. This role offers competitive salary plus bonuses, along with health benefits and a supportive culture.

Qualifications

• Track record of success in business development or sales; ideally in commercial construction.
• Strong understanding of the St. Louis market and its networks.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Identify new project opportunities in commercial construction.
• Grow the pipeline by leveraging local knowledge.
• Represent the Hankins brand and present value propositions.

Skills

Business development skills

Sales experience

Communication skills

Local market understanding

CRM fluency

Education

Background in construction management or related field

Tools

HubSpot

Salesforce

Job description

Business Development Professional

Location: St. Louis, MO
Industry: Commercial Construction
Employment Type: Full-Time | In-Office / Local Travel

Help Us Build What’s Next in St. Louis and Beyond

At Hankins Construction, we’re more than builders—we’re partners in progress. With a legacy of trust and craftsmanship across the Midwest, we specialize in delivering top-tier commercial construction projects that shape communities and fuel growth.

As we expand our footprint in St. Louis and surrounding markets, we’re looking for a Business Development Professional who thrives on connecting people, uncovering opportunities, and driving long-term growth and can sell.

Your Impact in This Role

• Identify New Project Opportunities
  Monitor market activity, attend industry events, and proactively engage decision-makers in commercial real estate, development, and architecture.
• Grow Our Pipeline
  Leverage local knowledge and relationships to target commercial opportunities in sectors such as healthcare, education, industrial, civic, and retail.
• Represent the Hankins Brand
  Be the face of Hankins Construction in the community—presenting our value proposition clearly and confidently to owners, developers, and partners.
• Work Strategically Across Teams
  Collaborate closely with preconstruction, estimating, and operations to ensure client expectations are aligned with capabilities and project success.

What You Bring

• A track record of success in business development, sales, or client engagement—ideally in commercial construction or real estate development
• A strong understanding of the St. Louis market and its network of developers, brokers, and industry influencers
• Confidence in leading client meetings, RFQ/RFP pursuits, and presentations
• Strategic mindset with the hustle and heart to build from the ground up
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• CRM fluency (e.g., HubSpot, Salesforce, or equivalent)
• Background in construction management or related field
• Active involvement in industry associations (e.g., AGC, CREW, ULI, ICSC)

What We Offer

• Competitive base salary + commission and performance bonuses
• Health, dental, vision, and 401(k) with employer match
• Generous PTO and company holidays
• A close-knit, forward-thinking culture rooted in Midwest values
• Direct access to leadership and a seat at the table in shaping the company’s growth

Join a Builder That’s Going Places

At Hankins Construction, you’ll be part of a team that’s trusted, respected, and always moving forward. If you're ready to help lead our next phase of growth in St. Louis, we want to hear from you.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.