What are the responsibilities and job description for the Business Development Manager position at CivicMinds, Inc?
The ideal candidate is a relationship-driven professional who understands the construction lifecycle and thrives at the intersection of strategy, client engagement, and revenue growth.
Key Responsibilities
Client Relationship Management
- Build and maintain strong relationships with existing and prospective clients
- Act as a trusted partner, understanding client needs and aligning solutions accordingly
- Track and enhance client satisfaction through feedback, reporting, and engagement
Business Development & Growth
- Identify and pursue new business opportunities across target markets
- Develop and execute strategic outreach plans, leveraging research and market insights
- Maintain and expand a strong network of owners, designers, subcontractors, and suppliers
- Monitor market activity to proactively generate and qualify new leads
Sales Operations & Coordination
- Manage CRM systems, pursuit tracking tools, and supplier portals
- Support proposal development, quoting, and pipeline management
- Collaborate closely with preconstruction, operations, and leadership teams to align on client expectations and project opportunities
Market Intelligence & Networking
- Utilize data-driven and AI-supported research to identify trends and opportunities
- Represent the company at industry events, trade shows, and networking forums
- Stay ahead of market trends and competitive developments
Qualifications & Requirements
- 10 years of experience in construction, with exposure to:
- Business development
- Preconstruction
- Project management
- Strong understanding of construction lifecycle and self-perform services (earthwork, concrete, steel, interiors)
- Bachelor’s degree in business, Marketing, Construction Management, or related field (preferred)
- Experience in industrial, automotive, energy, or mission-critical sectors preferred
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Experience with CRM tools, Viewpoint, and AI platforms is a plus
What We’re Looking For
- A relationship-driven professional with strong networking capabilities
- Proven ability to identify, develop, and close business opportunities
- Strong communicator with excellent presentation and interpersonal skills
- Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities and pipelines
- Strategic thinker with a growth-oriented mindset
Why This Role
- Opportunity to drive business growth in high-impact construction sectors
- Join a company with a strong reputation in industrial and large-scale projects
- High visibility role with direct impact on revenue and client strategy
- Collaborative environment working closely with senior leadership and operations teams
- Strong platform for career growth in business development leadership