Business Development Director, Construction

Spyglass Talent Solutions, a retained recruitment firm based in Raleigh, NC, has been engaged by a well-established Triangle-area electrical subcontractor to conduct a search for a Business Development Director in the Raleigh area.

The Business Development Director will be responsible for identifying, pursuing, and securing new project opportunities while cultivating strong relationships across the commercial construction industry. This is a newly created role at the company, offering a unique opportunity to help shape and build the business development function from the ground up. Reporting to the President, this person will play a critical part in executing the company's growth strategy and driving expanded market presence across the Triangle and surrounding areas.

This is a highly visible, market-facing role ideal for a self-motivated professional who thrives on relationship building, early-stage opportunity development, and the excitement of building something new.

Key Responsibilities:

• Execute business development strategies to expand the company's presence and brand visibility across the Triangle Market and beyond.
• Identify, pursue, and help secure project opportunities aligned with the company's growth objectives across commercial electrical, design-build, and specialty systems sectors.
• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with owners, developers, general contractors, and key industry partners to support sustained growth and long-term partnerships.
• Provide market intelligence and insights to support leadership decision-making, including analysis of market trends, competitor activity, and regional developments.
• Track opportunities, contacts, and activities accurately and timely within CRM systems.
• Represent the company professionally at industry events, networking functions, and community engagements.
• Engage with current and prospective clients through consistent outreach and client entertainment to create meaningful opportunities for connection.
• Partner with preconstruction and operations teams to develop pursuit strategies and ensure seamless client transitions post-award.
• Support marketing and branding initiatives to strengthen the company's visibility and reputation in the market.
• Coordinate with internal teams to leverage opportunities and maximize market reach across all service lines.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience preferred.
• 10 years of proven experience in business development, sales, or marketing within the commercial construction or electrical industry, or a closely related field.
• Strategic, self-directed mindset with a high level of accountability and follow-through.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.