Southland Industries · 2 months ago
Business Development Manager- Special Projects
Southland Industries is one of the nation’s largest MEP companies, focused on providing mechanical construction services. The Business Development Manager for Special Projects will be responsible for establishing and maintaining relationships with clients, overseeing marketing efforts, and leading business development initiatives to secure new contracts.
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Responsibilities
Create positive working relationships and maintain regular contact with assigned accounts
Participate in facilitating the ongoing development of the group’s business plan and budget, including methods, contact personnel and short and long-term goals regarding new work contract negotiations and future work potential
Ensure consistency with Southland’s overall business plan and market strategy
Meet with new and existing client management, staff and supervisory personnel
Create high quality presentations that explain Southland’s character, policies, skills, resources, and capabilities
Determine client needs and evaluate company resources and capabilities in light of those needs
Participate in local marketing related organizations (SMPS, etc.)
Lead the local staff in the development of marketing skills and client relationship development
Work closely with the Director of MEP Construction to coordinate RFP responses and associated follow-up interviews
Notify supervisor of sales activities and approximate timing of proposal and bid submittals
Identify new work leads and manage follow-up, recordkeeping and information distribution. In doing so, effectively pre-screen opportunities to assist in the go/no- go decision process
Participate in regular in-house planning sessions
Promote Southland’s MEP Construction group where practical. Understand the capabilities and business model of the electrical group to funnel good opportunities to their leadership. Communicate potential opportunities to the appropriate person promptly
Perform additional assignments as requested/needed
Qualification
Required
Four-year degree in relevant field, with strong emphasis on business and marketing (or an equivalent amount of technical training and experience)
Minimum 5 years' construction-related experience, with 3 years of experience in a marketing and/or estimating position
Thorough understanding of Southland's policies, procedures and capabilities
Outstanding team building and leadership skills
Excellent verbal and written communications skills
Exceptional negotiation skills
Must possess the desire and capabilities to effectively make 'cold calls'
Benefits
401(k) plan with 50% company match (no cap) and immediate 100% vesting
Medical, dental, and vision insurance (100% paid for employee)
Annual bonus program based upon performance, achievement, and company profitability
Term life, AD&D insurance, and voluntary life insurance
Disability income protection insurance
Pre-tax flexible spending plans (health and dependent care)
Paid parental leave
Paid holidays, vacation, and personal time
Training/professional development opportunities and company-paid memberships for professional associations and licenses
Wellness benefits
Company
Southland Industries
Nation leading MEP building systems experts providing innovative, practical results for your engineering, construction, and energy needs.
Funding
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