Business Development Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Salary : $80,000.00 - $120,000.00

People Architects is excited to partner with our client, a well-established national construction firm with over 45 years of excellence in their field. Were looking for an experienced Business Development Managerto lead on-site operations, ensuring top-tier quality, safety, and efficiency across every phase of our builds.

We are seeking a strategic and experienced Business Development Manager with a strong background in

the construction industry to lead our business growth initiatives. This high-impact role serves as the face

of the company at industry events, the architect of our marketing strategy, the driver of new business

opportunities, and a key presence in the community. The Business Development Manager will be

integrated into both the Business Development and Marketing departments, ensuring alignment with

company goals and positioning the organization for long-term success.

Key Responsibilities

Business Development & External Engagement :

Drive new business development, lead generation, client follow-up, and sales

Represent the company at trade shows, industry events, and in media / community engagements

Serve as a thought leader by ghostwriting blogs, articles, and media content

Participate in associations and forums to enhance company visibility and influence

Strategic Planning & Market Analysis

Develop and present the annual Business Development & Marketing Plan

Analyze project trends and macroeconomic factors to guide leadership decisions

Provide competitive intelligence on industry players, partners, and market shifts

Department Oversight & Collaboration

Lead and supervise Business Development and Marketing teams

Facilitate company-wide business development culture (everybody sells)

Conduct weekly department meetings and ensure cross-functional collaboration

Support initiatives from other departments and act as liaison to company leadership

Marketing Execution & Content Oversight

Ensure execution of marketing collateral, proposals, award submissions, and digital content

Oversee social media, website content, and project documentation

Support event planning, jobsite marketing, and client appreciation efforts

Oversee creation of advertising and public relations programs, articles and issuance of news releases

Develop marketing plan with departmental input and oversee implementation

Maintain incoming project list

Administer Customer Satisfaction Survey program

Monitor and catalog project photography for use across platforms (with Safety review)

Organize and tag images by segment, job, and usage type

May oversee Business Development Manager and Marketing Manager roles as team expands

Sales & Marketing Strategy

Oversee development and implementation of sales strategies and marketing campaigns

Guide creation of advertising, PR programs, and direct mail efforts

Maintain and evaluate incoming project pipeline and CRM / database systems

Ensure consistent client engagement and lead follow-up

Fulfill contractor pre-qualifications and award submission requirements

Maintain relationships with clients and architects

Produce monthly department updates

Qualifications (Required and Preferred) :

5+ years of experience in business development within the construction industry

Proven leadership in managing cross-functional teams and strategic initiatives

Strong communication, analytical, and organizational skills

Proficiency in CRM systems (e.g., HubSpot), Adobe Suite, and project management tools

Willingness to travel up to 25-30% of the time

Why you will love it :

Opportunity to gain experience with our national 45-year-person company.

Competitive pay. Paid holidays. Paid time off.

Full benefit package, Health, dental and vision insurance, and 401k with matching plan.