Director of Growth, BD & Marketing for AEC

SMPS Sacramento; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Flexible work environments

Company-paid outings & events

Job summary

NCE | Engineering & Environmental Services is seeking a Director of Business Development & Marketing to lead growth across California & Nevada. You will report to the President & CEO, shaping growth strategy and directing the marketing and BD teams to execute high-impact proposals.

The role centers on building annual plans, leading major public and private pursuits, and owning the company brand and client outreach. Travel across CA/NV is required; a strong AEC network is essential.

Qualifications

• 10–15 years of BD, capture, and marketing leadership in the AEC industry.
• A track record winning public sector work, including leading $1M+ fee proposals.
• Deep knowledge of CA/NV public works procurement and a strong regional network (APWA, CSAC/CalCities).
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, Journalism, or a related technical field.
• CRM and Microsoft Office proficiency; Ajera and Adobe Creative Suite a plus.

Responsibilities

• Build and drive annual business development and marketing plans.
• Lead capture and proposal strategy for major public and private pursuits.
• Own NCE's brand, website, social media, and communications.
• Grow relationships with federal, state, and local agencies and key private clients.
• Use AI, CRM data, and digital marketing to sharpen client insight and outreach.
• Coach technical staff in BD, and hire, train, and mentor your team.
• Track win rates and progress toward annual orders goals.
• Represent NCE at conferences, trade shows, and industry associations

Skills

Business development

Marketing leadership

Proposal strategy

CRM proficiency

Public sector bids

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Ajera

Adobe Creative Suite

Microsoft Office

Job description

NCE | Engineering & Environmental Services is seeking a Director of Business Development & Marketing to lead growth across California & Nevada. You will report to the President & CEO, shaping growth strategy and directing the marketing and BD teams to execute high-impact proposals.

The role centers on building annual plans, leading major public and private pursuits, and owning the company brand and client outreach. Travel across CA/NV is required; a strong AEC network is essential.