Business Development Manager

Job Summary:

Our General Construction client is expanding their market reach into the W.Tenn area & opening an office in Memphis TN!
They are looking for a highly motivated, innovative, Business Development leader to join their team. The ideal candidate will 5‐15 years or more of building relationships in construction with a proven track record of generating new work. 
The Business Development Manager will be a critical player in developing new business opportunities and managing relationships with clients, project managers, designers, lenders, and others critical.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

All duties and responsibilities include the following; however, other duties may be assigned. To perform in this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty to the highest level.

 Identify and develop relationships with industry professionals to generate new business opportunities.
 Ability to develop sales and marketing strategic plan
 Manage marketing budget, sales objectives, and forecasts
 Ability to read peoples personalities and adapt to meet their expectations.
 Build network of internal and external relationships to manage problems and ensure consistent customer service and satisfaction
 Create and expand their footprint into Memphis/Mid-South Region.
 Attend industry events and other meetings to stay abreast of market conditions, competition and establish relationships with existing clients and prospects.
 Must be self‐motivated to research and find opportunities.
 Provide ongoing progress updates on new business development activities and other key indicators to the management team.
 Coordinate and assist in the proposal process with the project management team.
 Coordinate and attend entertainment activities with clients and prospective clients

Qualifications:

 Bachelor’s Degree Desired
 Business Development experience (5‐15+ years) in the construction industry with a successful track record of building relationships.
 Proven ability to establish profitable relationships with decision makers at companies and organizations.
 Outstanding presentation and relationship building skills.
 Ability to travel as needed.
 Strong computer skills including all Microsoft Office Suite applications
 
Compensation:
 
 Salary (competitive with local market)
 Bonus ( percentage of project & annual profit sharing)
 Full Medical Package ( insurance, dental, vision, life, etc)
 Paid-Time-Off ( 2 weeks + Flex time)
 Auto Allowance + Phone reimbursement
 Retirement Package (401(k) + additional plans available)