National Retail Growth Director

UES; Cincinnati (OH); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

UES is seeking a Director, National Retail & Chain Growth to expand relationships with major national brands. You will drive growth, build strategic partnerships, and expand UES’s national presence across retail and multi-location accounts.

The role requires strong business development leadership, a deep understanding of professional services sales, and the ability to travel 30–50% to client sites and events across the U.S.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Environmental Science, or related field; MBA or advanced degree preferred.
• 10+ years in progressive business development, preferably in the A/E/C, environmental consulting, or infrastructure industry.
• Proven track record of securing contracts with public agencies, private sector clients, or utility/infrastructure owners.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic business development efforts across key markets while expanding opportunities in environmental engineering, geotechnical services, construction support, and infrastructure consulting.
• Build relationships with executives, developers, construction leaders, and other key stakeholders within national retail and chain organizations.
• Identify opportunities to expand UES services, geographic reach, and market share across existing and prospective accounts.
• Partner with operational, technical, and business leaders to deliver a coordinated experience for national clients.
• Represent UES at client meetings, industry events, conferences, and networking opportunities to strengthen relationships and uncover new business opportunities.
• Monitor market trends and industry activity to help shape growth strategies and support informed business decisions.
• Develop account growth strategies that drive revenue and strengthen UES's position as a trusted national partner.

Skills

Relationship building

Strategic partnerships

Negotiation

Sales cycle expertise

Communication

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Environmental Science, or related field

MBA or advanced degree preferred

Tools

CRM platforms

BD reporting tools

Job description

UES is seeking a Director, National Retail & Chain Growth to expand relationships with major national brands. You will drive growth, build strategic partnerships, and expand UES’s national presence across retail and multi-location accounts.

The role requires strong business development leadership, a deep understanding of professional services sales, and the ability to travel 30–50% to client sites and events across the U.S.