JR101 Business Development Manager

Rycon Construction; Alpharetta (GA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan)

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k)

Job summary

Rycon Construction, a national ENR Top 400 contractor and ESOP, seeks an experienced Business Development Manager for our Atlanta office. You will lead strategic plans, build key client relationships, and drive proposals across industrial, healthcare, higher education, and other sectors. The role requires a bachelor’s degree and seven years of BD in construction, strong communication, and CRM skills. You will collaborate with teams to grow market share and represent Rycon at events.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, construction management, or related field.
• Minimum of seven years of business development experience in construction with a proven track record.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain client relationships across multiple sectors.
• Excellent verbal and written communication, including executive presentations.
• Proficiency with CRM systems and standard business development tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic business development plans to grow market share.
• Identify and pursue high-value leads across multiple construction sectors.
• Cultivate relationships with decision-makers, clients, and industry influencers.
• Lead client engagement, including preselling, meetings, and proposals.
• Manage proposal development with internal teams to align with client needs.
• Analyze market trends and competition to inform strategic initiatives.
• Partner with leadership to assess Go/No-Go opportunities and provide insights.
• Oversee CRM management and pipeline activity tracking.
• Represent Rycon Construction at industry events and community engagements.
• Drive targeted marketing to boost brand visibility in key markets.

Skills

CRM proficiency

Verbal and written communication

Negotiation

Strategic thinking

Relationship building

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Marketing, Construction Management, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

CRM software

Job description

RyconConstruction is an employee-owned company (ESOP) that provides construction management, general contracting, design-build, and program management services nationwide. An ENR Top 400 Contractor, ENR Top 100 Green Contractor, and BD+C Top 150 Contractor with nine offices,Ryconspecializes in new construction, renovations, and adaptive reuse projects. From large-scale developments to small, fast-track interior fit-outs,Ryconis equipped to deliver a comprehensive range of services across all project types.Rycon’sportfolio includes projects in aviation, healthcare, higher education, industrial/warehouse, commercial, multi-unit residential, student housing, food service/dining, data centers/mission critical, retail, financial, self-storage, government/municipality, and LEED facilities. We have an in-house Architectural Finishes & Specialty Fabrication Division that ships/installs nationally.

Ryconis seeking an experienced Business Development Managerat our Atlanta office.

What you will do:

• Develop and implement strategic business development plans to expand market share in core and emerging markets.
• Identifyand pursue high-value business leads across multiple construction sectors.
• Cultivate and strengthen relationships with key decision-makers, clients, and industry influencers.
• Lead client engagement efforts, includingpre-sellingactivities, client meetings, and proposal presentations.
• Manage the proposal development process, collaborating with internal teams to craft compelling responses that align with client needs andRycon’scapabilities.
• Analyze market trends, competitor activities, and industry developments to inform strategic initiatives.
• Partner with senior leadership to assess Go/No-Go opportunities and provide insights to support decision-making.
• Oversee CRM management, ensuringaccuratetracking of leads, proposals, and pipeline activity.
• Serve as a representative ofRyconConstruction at industry events, networking functions, and community engagements.
• Drive targeted marketing efforts to enhanceRycon’sbrand visibility within key markets.

Secondary Responsibilities and Duties:

• Mentor and guide junior business development staff, sharing industry insights and best practices.
• Collaborate with project teams toidentifypotential upselling or cross-selling opportunities.
• Support preconstruction and bidding activities by connecting project teams with potential clients and partners.
• Develop strategic partnerships with designers, subcontractors, and suppliers to support business growth.
• Deliver industry presentations and client briefings to positionRyconas a trusted market leader.

What You Will Need to Be Successful:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Marketing, Construction Management, or related field.
• Minimum of seven (7) years of experience in business development within the construction industry, with a proventrack recordof successfully securing projects.
• Demonstrated ability to build andmaintainstrong client relationships in sectors such as industrial, higher education, and healthcare.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to present to executive audiences.
• Proficiencyin CRM systems, Microsoft Office Suite, and other business development tools.
• Highly strategic, with strong business acumen and negotiation skills.
• Self-motivated, results-driven, and capable of working independently and as part of a team.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Additional Attributes Preferred:

• Existing network of contacts within the construction, industrial, and higher education sectors.
• Active participation in industry associations and community organizations.
• Experience in leading business development strategy sessions and presenting market analysis to senior leadership.

AtRyconConstruction, Inc., we believe outstanding employees build the foundation necessary for excellence in business. It is with this belief that we are always looking for the best qualified and most talented employees to become part of our team.Ryconoffers advancement opportunities along with an excellent salary and benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Program), and 401(k). Qualified candidates willbe requiredtosubmita background screening upon acceptance of an offer.

RyconConstruction, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.