Senior Construction Business Development Manager

W. L. Butler; Livermore (CA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Flexible Spending Accounts

Student Loan Assistance

Identity Theft ProtectionAflac, Life

Wellness Program Benefits

Job summary

W. L. Butler is seeking an experienced Business Development Manager to expand our Northern California presence in Livermore/Stockton. This on-site, full-time role focuses on building trust, identifying opportunities, and guiding client needs to our capabilities.

You will lead proposals, forecasts, and cross-team collaboration to drive long-term partnerships and sustained growth in commercial markets.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of relevant industry marketing or business development experience.
• Experience building and maintaining professional client relationships.
• Strong understanding of commercial construction and the markets served by W. L. Butler.
• Experience developing proposals, qualification packages, presentations, and sales materials.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and follow-up items.
• Sound judgment and discretion when handling confidential or sensitive information.
• Valid driver’s license and a driving record consistent with W. L. Butler’s driving policy.
• Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft 365, including Word, Excel, Teams, and Outlook.
• Familiarity with Procore, SharePoint, OneDrive, digital images, and similar document‑management systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop new client relationships while strengthening existing partnerships.
• Identify and pursue opportunities within private-sector markets, including retail, office, tenant improvement, shell, and other commercial work.
• Represent W. L. Butler at client meetings, networking events, and industry functions.
• Work closely with leadership and internal teams to develop business strategies and pursue the right opportunities.
• Lead the development of proposals, qualification packages, presentations, brochures, and other sales materials.
• Prepare sales forecasts and help establish annual business development goals.
• Maintain clear, organized records of client activity, opportunities, and follow-up.
• Gather client feedback following project completion and identify opportunities to improve the client experience.
• Coordinate with project and warranty teams to help ensure a smooth transition, timely follow-through, and continued client satisfaction.
• Evaluate internal processes and recommend practical ways to improve business development and client-service efforts.

Skills

Client relationship management

Business development

Proposal development

Sales collateral

Communication skills

Organization

Judgment & discretion

Driving

MS 365 proficiency

Procore knowledge

SharePoint / OneDrive familiarity

Tools

Microsoft 365 Suite

Procore

SharePoint

OneDrive

Job description

W. L. Butler is seeking an experienced Business Development Manager to expand our Northern California presence in Livermore/Stockton. This on-site, full-time role focuses on building trust, identifying opportunities, and guiding client needs to our capabilities.

You will lead proposals, forecasts, and cross-team collaboration to drive long-term partnerships and sustained growth in commercial markets.