Remote Marine Construction Business Development Leader

J.F. Brennan Company, Inc.; La Crosse (WI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group health, dental and vision insurance

401(K) program with generous matching

Annual bonus eligibility

Profit-sharing program

Job summary

A marine construction firm is looking for a Business Development Manager to drive growth in marine construction and heavy civil infrastructure markets. This position allows flexibility to work remotely and requires travel up to 60%. Ideal candidates will have a bachelor’s degree and over 5 years experience in business development. Responsibilities include building relationships with industry partners, pursuing new business opportunities, and collaborating with teams on proposals and promotions. The firm promotes a family-oriented culture and offers competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in business development within marine construction or related fields.
• Strong understanding of marine construction services like dredging and bridge construction.
• Ability to travel up to 60% within the U.S.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain relationships with owners and industry partners.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities.
• Collaborate with internal teams to develop proposals and presentations.
• Manage client information in the CRM system.
• Represent the company at trade shows and conferences.
• Deliver exceptional client service throughout project lifecycle.

Skills

Business development

Client relations

Communication skills

Project management

Networking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Engineering, or Construction Management

Tools

Microsoft Office

CRM systems (Microsoft Dynamics preferred)

Job description

A marine construction firm is looking for a Business Development Manager to drive growth in marine construction and heavy civil infrastructure markets. This position allows flexibility to work remotely and requires travel up to 60%. Ideal candidates will have a bachelor’s degree and over 5 years experience in business development. Responsibilities include building relationships with industry partners, pursuing new business opportunities, and collaborating with teams on proposals and promotions. The firm promotes a family-oriented culture and offers competitive benefits.