The Worksphere · 5 hours ago
Head of Business Development - Architecture
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$80K/yr - $90K/yr
7+ years expThe Worksphere is a Chicago-based architectural design and technology studio specializing in creating integrated environments. They are seeking a Head of Business Development to drive revenue growth, expand market presence, and shape the firm's go-to-market strategy while building relationships with industry partners.
Human Resources
Responsibilities
Build and maintain strong, ongoing relationships with architects, interior designers, builders, and developers to consistently source new project opportunities
Spend the majority of day-to-day time networking, meeting, and following up with industry partners to bring deals to the firm for bid consideration
Develop and execute a comprehensive business development strategy to drive consistent revenue growth
Own the full sales lifecycle, from lead generation through close and post-sale relationship management
Identify and pursue new market opportunities, verticals, and strategic partnerships
Oversee marketing efforts, including social media presence, branding initiatives, and creation of marketing brochures and materials
Collaborate with leadership to define positioning, messaging, and go-to-market strategy
Establish and track KPIs, sales forecasts, and pipeline reporting
Represent the firm at industry events, networking functions, and trade shows
Mentor and potentially build out future sales and marketing team members
Qualification
Required
7+ years of business development, sales, or growth leadership experience in architecture, engineering, construction, design, or technology-driven services
Proven track record of meeting or exceeding revenue targets
Strong understanding of the AEC ecosystem and design-driven project sales cycles
Experience managing or overseeing marketing initiatives
Excellent relationship-building and communication skills
Strategic thinker with hands-on execution ability
Comfortable working in a remote/hybrid environment with autonomy
Proficient with CRM tools and sales reporting systems
Entrepreneurial mindset with a desire to help scale a growing firm
Preferred
Architecture or Engineering degree preferred
Benefits
Full Medical and Dental coverage
401(k)
Paid Time Off
Mileage reimbursement
Company expense card
Flexible scheduling
Significant discounts on technology purchases
Company
The Worksphere
The Worksphere is a recruitment and staffing partner built for high-growth teams.
2-10 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase