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Business Development Manager – Municipal & Government
Houston, TX
$75,000 – $90,000 base commission benefits
About the Opportunity
We’re partnering with a growing commercial landscaping company in Houston to hire a Business Development Manager focused on municipal and government contracts.
This role is centred on winning and managing public sector opportunities—including city, county, education, and other government entities.
You’ll play a key role in expanding the company’s footprint across publicly funded projects and long-term service contracts.
What You’ll Be Doing
New Business Development (Public Sector)
• Identify and pursue municipal and government landscaping opportunities
• Build relationships with procurement teams, city officials, and decision-makers
• Track and respond to RFPs, RFQs, and bid opportunities
• Manage the full bid process from qualification through submission
Pipeline & Strategy
• Develop a strong pipeline of public sector opportunities
• Monitor bid platforms and upcoming contract releases
• Position the business for long-term contract wins
• Work closely with leadership on pricing and bid strategy
Internal Collaboration
• Partner with operations to ensure accurate project scoping
• Support smooth handover of won contracts
• Align on delivery expectations and timelines
What We’re Looking For
• Proven experience selling into municipal / government / public sector clients
• Experience managing RFPs, RFQs, and formal bid processes
• Strong understanding of how public contracts are won and managed
• Established relationships in the Houston or Texas public sector (highly desirable)
• Strong communication, organisation, and follow-through
What’s on Offer
• $75k–$90k base salary
• Commission on won business
• Benefits package (health, PTO, retirement)
• Established brand with strong operational backing
• Long-term, stable contract opportunities
Apply Now
If you’ve successfully sold into the public sector and understand how to win government work, apply now or reach out for a confidential discussion.
Salary : $70,000 - $90,000