Director of Business Development, RK Electrical
Location: Aurora, CO
Compensation: 190-210K + AIP + Vehicle Allowance + Flex PTO
Build relationships. Drive growth. Power what's next.
The future of critical infrastructure depends on strong partnerships, innovative solutions, and the ability to turn opportunity into execution.
As Director of Business Development for RK Electrical, you'll lead strategic growth across commercial, industrial, mission critical, and large-scale electrical construction markets. Reporting directly to Vice President of Preconstruction, you'll expand our customer portfolio, develop high-value partnerships, and position RK Electrical as a preferred partner for complex electrical projects.
This is an opportunity to shape the growth trajectory of a rapidly expanding business backed by the resources, capabilities, and reputation of RK Industries.
What You'll Do
- Drive strategic growth: Develop and execute business development strategies that expand revenue, market share, and customer relationships across electrical construction and infrastructure markets.
- Build influential partnerships: Establish and strengthen relationships with general contractors, developers, project owners, EPC firms, and key decision-makers to secure long-term opportunities.
- Own the opportunity pipeline: Identify, qualify, and advance high-value projects from early engagement through proposal development, negotiation, and contract award.
- Shape the market strategy: Leverage competitive intelligence, industry trends, and emerging project opportunities to identify new markets, strategic accounts, and growth opportunities.
- Collaborate to win: Partner with estimating, preconstruction, operations, and executive leadership to develop competitive proposals, evaluate project profitability, and deliver integrated solutions.
What You'll Bring
- 10+ years of progressive business development, strategic sales, or commercial leadership experience within electrical construction, MEP contracting, commercial construction, or related infrastructure markets.
- Proven track record of securing major construction projects, developing strategic accounts, and managing complex, multi-stakeholder sales cycles.
- Established relationships with general contractors, developers, owners, EPC firms, or other key decision-makers within the construction industry.
- Experience developing revenue pipelines, negotiating commercial agreements, and evaluating project opportunities based on revenue, margin, and strategic value.
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent relevant industry experience.
Why Build Your Career at RK
Build bigger. Help shape the growth of a rapidly expanding electrical business delivering sophisticated, high-profile projects across critical infrastructure markets.
Have a voice. Partner directly with executive leadership to influence market strategy, customer relationships, and the future direction of RK Electrical.
Build with an integrated team. Leverage seven specialized business units and extensive in-house fabrication, manufacturing, and prefabrication capabilities to deliver differentiated solutions.
Develop who's next. Strengthen the next generation of industry leaders while advancing your own development through mentorship, hands-on learning, and RK University.
Build for the long term. Join a second-generation, family-owned company combining the stability of an established builder with the growth and opportunity of an industry leader.
Your Benefits
- Flex PTO plus 6 paid holidays
- Health Insurance with a $100 wellness incentive
- 401(k) with company match
- Employee Discount Program through PerkSpot
Your Next Opportunity Starts Here
If you're a proven business development leader who knows how to turn industry relationships into lasting partnerships and profitable growth, we want to hear from you.
Help shape the next chapter of RK Electrical while building the infrastructure that powers tomorrow.
Build with purpose. Build with precision. Build your future with RK.
Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
Skills Required
- 10+ years of progressive business development, strategic sales, or commercial leadership experience in electrical construction, MEP contracting, commercial construction, or related infrastructure markets
- Proven track record securing major construction projects, developing strategic accounts, and managing complex multi-stakeholder sales cycles
- Established relationships with general contractors, developers, owners, EPC firms, or other construction-industry decision-makers
- Experience developing revenue pipelines, negotiating commercial agreements, and evaluating project opportunities based on revenue, margin, and strategic value
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent relevant industry experience
RK Industries Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare offerings are described as broad, with medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, and HSA/FSA options, alongside wellness resources. Feedback suggests the employer covers a substantial portion of costs, though exact premiums are not disclosed.
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Retirement Support — Retirement benefits include a 401(k) with a company match that is immediately vested. This structure is portrayed as a standout feature within the overall package.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time are listed along with additional supports such as EAP and wellness programs. Weekly pay and referral bonuses complement the time-off provisions.
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What We Do
RK Industries, LLC is a second-generation, family-owned company serving the Mountain West through construction, specialty contracting, fabrication, manufacturing, and building services. Its seven business units—Mechanical, Steel, Electrical, Energy, Mission Critical, Service, and Water—provide integrated solutions and modular or prefabricated systems. The company emphasizes safety, quality, craftsmanship, employee development, and community investment, operating from its headquarters in Aurora, Colorado.
