Strategic Business Development Leader (Employee-Owned)

SEH; Minneota (MN); On-site; USD 155,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee-owned

Job summary

SEH is seeking a highly experienced Business Development Leader to drive strategic growth and strengthen client relationships across key markets and service areas. This senior role focuses on connecting client needs with multidisciplinary SEH solutions and expanding revenue through long-term partnerships.

The ideal candidate has a proven track record in business development within architecture, engineering, environmental, or professional services, and demonstrates the ability to lead account

Qualifications

• Significant business development, client development, strategic sales, account management, or market growth experience in architecture, engineering, environmental, construction, or professional services.
• Proven success in developing client relationships and driving measurable growth.
• Ability to identify opportunities, develop strategies, and convert relationships into long-term partnerships.
• Strong understanding of public-sector or infrastructure markets.
• Excellent communication, networking, presentation, and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic business development initiatives aligned with SEH's growth objectives.
• Develop and maintain relationships with existing and prospective clients, partners, and stakeholders.
• Identify and pursue opportunities that fit SEH's strategic goals and client focus.
• Collaborate with managers, market leaders, and technical staff to strengthen client relationships.
• Create and execute strategic account plans to drive long-term client growth and market presence.
• Monitor market trends to identify emerging opportunities and growth strategies.
• Represent SEH at industry events and professional organizations.

Skills

Strategic sales

Relationship building

Account growth

Public-sector experience

Networking & presenting

Independent work

Job description

SEH is seeking a highly experienced Business Development Leader to drive strategic growth and strengthen client relationships across key markets and service areas. This senior role focuses on connecting client needs with multidisciplinary SEH solutions and expanding revenue through long-term partnerships.

The ideal candidate has a proven track record in business development within architecture, engineering, environmental, or professional services, and demonstrates the ability to lead account