Strategic BD Leader — Hybrid, ESOP, AEC Growth

Graef Anhalt Schloemer & Assoc; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 125,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training, Mentorship, and Leadership –

Flexible Hours/Hybrid Schedule

Free parking

Paid Parental Leave

Paid Time Off

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Casual Dress

Job summary

GRAEF in Chicago, IL is seeking a dynamic Business Development Leader to expand and manage technical markets, with a focus on establishing client relationships across higher education, healthcare, corporate, and municipal sectors.

The role requires a minimum of 8 years in technical market development, proven leadership, and licensure preferences (PE or AICP PLA). Hybrid work is available with a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, urban planning or landscape architecture.
• A minimum of 8 years of experience developing and managing a technical market or business development, along with selling technical services to architectural and municipal clients in IL.
• Experience in business development planning, including strategic business plans, marketing activities, client development, presentations and proposals.
• Established architectural relationships strongly preferred.
• Technical project management experience is desired.
• Proven leadership experience is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Be Hands-On & Innovative: stay engaged in the design process while maintaining billable hour responsibilities.
• Take Charge of Game-Changing Projects: lead projects by setting priorities, objectives, and overseeing financial performance.
• Be a Go-To Expert: serve as a key technical resource for multi-disciplined teams.
• Own the Room: present to clients, negotiate contracts, and cultivate relationships.
• Thrive in a Fast-Paced, Evolving Industry: juggle priorities with adaptability and strategic thinking.

Skills

Business development

Leadership

Marketing activities

Client development

Proposal development

Presentation experience

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, urban planning or landscape architecture

Professional PE or AICP PLA license

Tools

License in engineering/urban planning

Job description

GRAEF in Chicago, IL is seeking a dynamic Business Development Leader to expand and manage technical markets, with a focus on establishing client relationships across higher education, healthcare, corporate, and municipal sectors.

The role requires a minimum of 8 years in technical market development, proven leadership, and licensure preferences (PE or AICP PLA). Hybrid work is available with a comprehensive benefits package.