Director of Business Development

Estes Construction; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with company match

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

Generous paid time off

Employee Assistance Program

Professional training and development

Job summary

Estes Construction is seeking a strategic Director of Business Development to enhance market presence and foster relationships. This role requires strong business acumen and the ability to lead strategic planning efforts while collaborating across departments.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's degree and 4+ years of experience, demonstrating a history of securing new business opportunities. Benefits include competitive salary, 401K match, and comprehensive health insurance.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of relevant experience in business development or related field.
• Proven track record of securing new business opportunities.
• Ability to travel for in-person meetings and events.

Responsibilities

• Foster strong internal and external relationships.
• Collaborate with leadership for company growth.
• Facilitate training sessions and professional coaching.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement.

Skills

Business development

Client relationship management

Strong communication skills

Negotiation skills

Collaboration

Microsoft Office Suite proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

At Estes Construction, we are people-focused, with a culture of growth and development. We have a collaborative team approach, prioritize safety and quality, and empower every team member to be a leader.

We are seeking a strategic and relationship-drivenDirector of Business Development. The ideal candidate brings strong business acumen, a passion for developing people, and the ability to build meaningful relationships that drive growth and strengthen our culture.

Responsibilities, but are not limited to, the following:

• Foster strong internal and external relationships that support business development efforts and strengthen the company's market presence.
• Collaborate with directors, officers, and operational leaders to support company growth, continuous improvement, and long-term strategic planning.
• Participate in key leadership meetings and contribute to organizational decision-making, change initiatives, and cross-functional projects.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes, communication, and operational efficiencies across departments.
• Promote a culture of accountability, continuous learning, collaboration, and excellence.
• Facilitate training sessions, meetings, and professional coaching opportunities that enhance individual and organizational performance

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree (B.A.) from a four-year college or university, 4+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Demonstrated history of securing new business opportunities and fostering client relationships.
• Strong communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
• Collaborative mindset with the ability to work effectively across teams and with external partners.
• Lead strategic planning efforts for business development, including oversight and mentorship of direct reports to ensure alignment with departmental goals and performance standards.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Willingness and ability to travel for in-person meetings and events.

Benefits to fit your needs:

• Top 75th percentile salary plus bonus program
• 401K with a 5% company match
• Full-time employees are eligible for medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Health Savings and Flex Spending Account
• Generous paid time off programs prioritizing well-being and self-care
• Parental benefits
• Well-being and Employee Assistance Program
• Incentive Compensation Program
• Work program discounts, employee engagement events, professional training and development

About Estes:

Being the best is our true desire. The best builder. The best employer. Achieving this standard of excellence drives us and reminds us daily that being average isn't the Estes way.

Company founders Jim and Lori Estes started their company in 1970 with the guiding principles of advocacy, value, responsiveness and leadership. These four tenets are still the foundation of everything we do and define our culture.

Talent Acquisition Manager

Jenny Dun Schnauber

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