Remote Director of Marine Terminal & Port Development

ARCO/Murray National Construction; United States; Remote; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

ARCO/Murray National Construction seeks a Director of Business Development to lead growth in marine terminal and port building projects. This remote, nationwide role requires travel to client meetings, ports, and industry events, with a focus on complex design/build pursuits and stakeholder collaboration.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years in business development in marine construction or design/build, established port‑related relationships, and a strategic, results‑oriented mindset.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in business development, preconstruction, or related roles in marine terminal or port infrastructure.
• Strong knowledge of marine/port infrastructure projects and stakeholders.
• Proven ability to identify opportunities, build profitable relationships, and convert prospects into clients.

Responsibilities

• Identify, develop, and maintain relationships with port authorities, terminal operators, marine developers, industrial end users, engineering firms, and other industry professionals.
• Build ARCO’s presence and top‑of‑mind awareness within targeted marine, port, waterfront, and industrial markets.
• Develop and execute a market strategy focused on priority geographies, project types, clients, and long‑term growth opportunities.
• Research and analyze economic, infrastructure, transportation, trade, logistics, and industry trends that influence marine and port activity.
• Coordinate and manage the sales and proposal process with marketing, estimating, project management, preconstruction, and senior management teams.
• Travel as needed to visit clients, project sites, ports, industry events, and regional markets.

Skills

Business development

Relationship management

Maritime construction knowledge

Communication skills

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

ARCO/Murray National Construction seeks a Director of Business Development to lead growth in marine terminal and port building projects. This remote, nationwide role requires travel to client meetings, ports, and industry events, with a focus on complex design/build pursuits and stakeholder collaboration.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years in business development in marine construction or design/build, established port‑related relationships, and a strategic, results‑oriented mindset.