**About the Role**
We are seeking a dynamic and driven **Business Development Director** to lead growth efforts and build lasting relationships for our construction company. This individual will be responsible for identifying new business opportunities, strengthening client partnerships, and driving strategic initiatives that align with the company’s long-term vision.
**Key Responsibilities**
* Develop and execute a comprehensive business development strategy to expand market presence and achieve revenue goals.
* Identify, pursue, and secure new construction projects and partnerships across target sectors.
* Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with clients, partners, and key decision-makers in the industry.
* Collaborate with estimating, operations, and executive teams to prepare proposals, bids, and presentations.
* Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and client needs to anticipate opportunities and risks.
* Represent the company at industry events, trade shows, and networking functions.
* Provide leadership to the business development team, setting clear goals and ensuring accountability.
* Track and report on business development metrics and pipeline progress to senior leadership.
**Qualifications**
* Bachelor’s degree in Business, Construction Management, Marketing, or related field (Master’s preferred).
* 7+ years of experience in business development, sales, or client relations, preferably within the construction industry.
* Proven track record of securing and managing large-scale construction projects.
* Strong understanding of preconstruction, project delivery methods, and industry trends.
* Exceptional communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
* Strategic thinker with the ability to balance big-picture vision and day-to-day execution.
* Ability to travel as needed for client meetings and industry events.
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Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Construction Management, Marketing, or a related field
- Master's degree
- 7+ years of experience in business development, sales, or client relations
- Experience preferably within the construction industry
- Proven track record of securing and managing large-scale construction projects
- Strong understanding of preconstruction, project delivery methods, and industry trends
- Exceptional communication, negotiation, and presentation skills
- Strategic thinking with the ability to balance long-term vision and daily execution
- Ability to travel as needed for client meetings and industry events
What We Do
Crossland is a commercial construction company building projects across commercial, education, healthcare, government, industrial, retail, and multifamily markets, along with heavy civil and water infrastructure through Crossland Heavy Contractors. Its services include preconstruction, construction management, design-build, and general contracting, with support spanning the full project lifecycle. Crossland also self-performs steel erection, concrete, earthwork, and carpentry, and produces custom precast concrete panels through Crossland Prefab.
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