GPD Group · 1 month ago
Business Development Leader
Columbus, OH
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
7+ years expGPD Group is a company dedicated to improving the well-being of its employees and clients through transformative business practices. The Business Development Leader will drive growth in the architecture and engineering markets, focusing on K-12 and higher education while managing the entire business development lifecycle.
CivicTechCivil EngineeringIndustrial Engineering
Responsibilities
Lead regional growth strategy for K-12, higher education, and public architecture and engineering markets in Central Ohio, with a focus on client acquisition and strategic positioning
Develop and implement targeted pursuit plans that include marketing campaigns, networking strategies, and proposal coordination
Collaborate with technical leadership and subject matter experts to develop compelling solutions aligned with client needs and project goals
Cultivate long-term relationships with key decision-makers, public agencies, and institutional clients by serving as a trusted advisor
Stay informed on market dynamics, funding mechanisms, bond initiatives, and educational trends to proactively identify new opportunities
Maintain a detailed understanding of GPD’s services and differentiate our value through storytelling, visuals, and customized messaging
Leverage market intelligence to guide GPD’s competitive market position and help gain valued differentiation to win new client opportunities and market growth
Manage the full sales cycle, from lead identification to contract negotiation, in alignment with company goals
Participate in regional industry organizations, conferences, and events to elevate brand presence and thought leadership
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Business, Marketing, or related field
7+ years of experience in business development within the A/E/C industry, preferably with a focus on public or institutional architecture
Proven ability to generate, pursue, and close opportunities in the education or industrial markets
Excellent written, verbal, and presentation communication skills
Demonstrated ability to build and sustain strategic client relationships and internal partnerships
Self-motivated, detail-oriented, organized, and collaborative—able to thrive in an entrepreneurial, decentralized environment
Preferred
Strong understanding of Ohio education funding cycles, public procurement processes, and political stakeholder environments is highly desirable
Company
GPD Group
GPD Group specializes in architectural and engineering design, construction, and telecommunications.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$0.11M2023-09-06Series Unknown· $0.11M
Leadership Team
Jessica Wood
Senior HR Generalist/Talent Acquisition Partner
Recent News
2023-12-21
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