Director of Business Development

Bingman Construction Company; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm seeks a dynamic Director of Business Development to drive growth and lead business efforts in multi-family and student housing sectors. The ideal candidate has strong business acumen, technical sales experience in construction, and excellent communication skills. This role involves building relationships, managing the sales pipeline, and attending industry events. Opportunity to shape the growth of a supportive organization with high-performing teams.

Qualifications

• Strong business acumen and experience within the A/E/C industry.
• Proven success in technical sales within the construction industry.
• A well-rounded understanding of design/build construction processes.
• Relationships in multi-family, senior living, student housing or hospitality sectors are a strong bonus.

Responsibilities

• Identify and develop relationships with key industry professionals.
• Create and expand the company's footprint in target industries.
• Establish profitable, long-term relationships with stakeholders.
• Research economic trends to inform outreach strategy.
• Manage and coordinate the full sales/proposal process.
• Attend trade shows and industry events to monitor competition.

Skills

Relationship-building

Sales success

Business acumen

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Leadership skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

CRM experience

Job description

Are you a relationship-builder with a passion for construction and a track record of strategic sales success? We’re seeking a dynamic Director of Business Development to drive growth, build market presence, and lead business development efforts within the multi‑family, senior living, student housing and housing sectors.

This role is ideal for a technically minded, motivated sales professional with deep roots in the A/E/C industry, looking to make a measurable impact within a collaborative and fast‑paced environment.

A Day in the Life

• Identify and develop relationships with key industry professionals to uncover and pursue new business opportunities
• Create and expand the company's footprint while establishing strong top‑of‑mind brand awareness
• Establish profitable, long‑term relationships with decision‑makers and stakeholders across target industries
• Research and analyze economic trends and market data to inform outreach strategy and sales planning
• Track sales pipeline and relationship development within a CRM platform
• Manage and coordinate the full sales/proposal process with internal teams, including marketing, preconstruction, project management, and senior leadership
• Attend trade shows, association meetings, and industry events to stay informed, monitor competition, and build valuable connections
• Provide regular progress updates and sales metrics to leadership
• Travel to meet with prospects and explore new market opportunities (up to 40%)

Core Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a strategic business development plan aligned with company goals
• Qualify and prioritize opportunities across niche construction sectors
• Work closely with marketing and business partnerships teams to drive lead generation and pursue targeted growth
• Build strong relationships across multiple levels of prospective client organizations
• Respond to client needs, resolve issues, and deliver customized sales strategies and solutions

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s Degree required
• Strong business acumen and experience within the A/E/C industry
• Proven success in technical sales within the construction industry
• A well‑rounded understanding of design/build construction processes
• CRM experience and strong pipeline management skills
• Relationships in multi‑family, senior living, student housing or hospitality sectors are a strong bonus
• Excellent communication, analytical, and leadership skills

Why Join Us?

We offer the opportunity to shape the growth of a forward‑thinking construction organization backed by a supportive and collaborative culture. You’ll work alongside high‑performing teams and industry experts while developing strategic partnerships that truly move the needle.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

No agency inquiries, please.