Business Development Strategist: Markets & Partnerships

Mortenson; Kirkland (WA); On-site; USD 168,000 - 252,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and prescription drug plans

Dental plan

401k retirement plan with generousMort

Paid time off and holidays

Life, AD&D, and disability insurance

Mental health resources

Tuition reimbursement

Adoption Assistance

Gym Membership Discount Program

Job summary

Mortenson is seeking an experienced Business Development Executive to partner with market leaders in developing positioning strategies for pursuing project work. The role requires strong communication, confidentiality, and a proactive approach across staff levels.

The candidate will manage cross-functional positioning activities, coordinate marketing and proposals, and build strategic partnerships to win opportunities in diverse market sectors. Travel up to 30% is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Construction Management, Marketing, Engineering, or related field.
• Proven customer relationship skills with local/regional business knowledge.
• Proven knowledge and execution of successful marketing strategies.
• Detail orientation for data entry, reporting, financial projections for sales and selections, and market analysis.
• Microsoft Office, project management skills, and CRM web applications.
• Positive, professional attitude and strong customer service skills.
• Ability to interpret Mortenson policies.
• Up to 30% travel may be required.

Responsibilities

• Manage positioning activities of the business development team.
• Participate in strategic business planning; develop positioning plan for company and projects to win work.
• Create internal and external communications, marketing/branding/advertising materials and presentations.
• Coordinate prequalification efforts with targeted customers and partners.
• Initiate customer feedback on proposals and presentations.
• Liaise between business development, pre-construction, and marketing.
• Provide market trends analysis and insights.
• Develop and maintain relationships with partners and customers.
• Identify new market opportunities and convert them to contacts for market sector leaders.
• Understand customer project estimates to facilitate discussions.

Skills

Customer relationships

Marketing strategies

Detail orientation

MS Office

CRM platforms

Professionalism

Policy interpretation

Travel 30%

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

CRM tools

Job description

Mortenson is seeking an experienced Business Development Executive to partner with market leaders in developing positioning strategies for pursuing project work. The role requires strong communication, confidentiality, and a proactive approach across staff levels.

The candidate will manage cross-functional positioning activities, coordinate marketing and proposals, and build strategic partnerships to win opportunities in diverse market sectors. Travel up to 30% is expected.