Business Development Specialist - Construction

IAPMO Group; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

IAPMO Group in Dallas, TX is seeking a Business Development Specialist focused on the private construction market. You will cultivate relationships with developers, general contractors, and other decision‑makers, identify new opportunities, and drive strategic growth across Texas.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in construction business development or preconstruction, a proven ability to generate and close new work, and strong communication, negotiation, and presentation skills to support

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in construction business development or preconstruction.
• Strong network within the Texas private construction market.
• Demonstrated success in generating and closing new business.
• Solid understanding of construction processes, pricing, and contract structures.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Identify new business opportunities within the Texas private construction market.
• Build and maintain relationships with developers, general contractors, and key decision‑makers.
• Lead proposal development and support estimating and bid processes.
• Collaborate with operations teams to align project strategy and delivery.
• Track market trends and monitor competitor activity.
• Represent the organization at industry events, conferences, and networking functions.

Skills

Communication skills

Negotiation

Presentation skills

Business development

Networking

Job description

Business Development Specialist – Construction

Dallas, TX

Private‑Sector Construction Market

Role Overview

We are seeking a Business Development Specialist with strong industry relationships and proven experience in the private construction sector. This role focuses on driving new business opportunities, expanding market presence, and building long‑term client partnerships. The ideal candidate is proactive, well‑connected, and skilled at identifying, pursuing, and securing new work.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify new business opportunities within the Texas private construction market
• Build and maintain relationships with developers, general contractors, and key decision‑makers
• Lead proposal development and support estimating and bid processes
• Collaborate with operations teams to align project strategy and delivery
• Track market trends and monitor competitor activity
• Represent the organization at industry events, conferences, and networking functions

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in construction business development or preconstruction
• Strong network within the Texas private construction market
• Demonstrated success in generating and closing new business
• Solid understanding of construction processes, pricing, and contract structures
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills