Burns & McDonnell

Director, Business Development

Burns & McDonnell

Roanoke, VA, USA
Full-TimeDepends on ExperienceSenior LevelMasters
Job Description

Greetings potential applicants,We are excited to announce an opening for the position of Director, Business Development at Burns & McDonnell. As a global engineering, architecture, and construction firm, we are seeking a driven and experienced professional to lead our business development efforts and drive growth for our organization.At Burns & McDonnell, we value innovation, collaboration, and a commitment to excellence in all that we do. As the Director, Business Development, you will have the opportunity to utilize your skills and expertise to identify new business opportunities, foster relationships, and develop strategies to expand our market reach.We are looking for a dynamic individual with a proven track record of success in business development, preferably in the engineering or construction industry. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, excellent communication abilities, and a passion for driving business growth.If you are a results-driven individual with a passion for developing new business opportunities, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity to join our team at Burns & McDonnell.

  1. Lead and oversee all business development activities for the organization.
  2. Identify and develop new business opportunities to expand the organization's market reach.
  3. Foster and maintain relationships with existing and potential clients to drive business growth.
  4. Develop and implement strategic plans to achieve business development goals.
  5. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create innovative and competitive proposals for new projects.
  6. Conduct market research and analysis to identify potential clients and industry trends.
  7. Monitor and analyze industry and competitor activities to identify potential business opportunities.
  8. Represent the organization at networking events and industry conferences to promote our services and capabilities.
  9. Develop and maintain a strong understanding of the organization's capabilities, services, and competitive advantages.
  10. Monitor and report on business development metrics and provide regular updates to senior management.
  11. Develop and maintain a strong network of industry contacts and potential clients.
  12. Lead and mentor a team of business development professionals to achieve departmental goals.
  13. Collaborate with other departments to ensure alignment of business development efforts with overall company objectives.
  14. Continuously strive to improve and optimize business development processes and strategies.
  15. Contribute to the development of marketing materials and proposals to showcase the organization's capabilities and services.
Where is this job?
This job is located at Roanoke, VA, USA
Job Qualifications
  • Proven Track Record Of Successfully Identifying And Securing New Business Opportunities.

  • Bachelor's Or Master's Degree In Business Administration, Marketing, Or A Related Field.

  • Minimum Of 10 Years Experience In A Business Development Role, Preferably In The Engineering Or Construction Industry.

  • Strong Leadership And Communication Skills, With The Ability To Build And Maintain Relationships With Clients And Team Members.

  • Knowledge Of Industry Trends, Market Conditions, And Competitive Landscape To Inform Strategic Business Development Plans.

Required Skills
  • Strategic Planning

  • Project Management

  • Networking

  • Contract Negotiation

  • Relationship Building

  • Proposal Writing

  • Team Leadership

  • Sales management

  • Market analysis

  • Revenue generation

  • Industry Knowledge

  • Client Acquisition

Soft Skills
  • Communication

  • Conflict Resolution

  • Customer Service

  • Leadership

  • Problem Solving

  • Time management

  • creativity

  • Critical thinking

  • Teamwork

  • Adaptability

Compensation

According to JobzMall, the average salary range for a Director, Business Development in Roanoke, VA, USA is between $94,000 and $162,000 per year. Factors such as industry, company size, and level of experience can impact the specific salary within this range.

Additional Information
Burns & McDonnell is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
Required LanguagesEnglish
Job PostedApril 24th, 2025
Apply BeforeMay 24th, 2025
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About Burns & McDonnell

We are a family of companies bringing together an unmatched team of 10,000 engineers, construction and craft professionals, architects, and more to design and build our critical infrastructure.

Our singular mission since 1898 has been to make our clients successful. When we plan, design, permit, construct and manage projects worldwide, we do it like we own it.

As a 100% employee-owned firm ranking in the top leading firms for safety, each professional brings an ownership mentality to our projects. That means we think like owners, working through each challenge until it’s resolved, exceeding our clients’ goals.

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