Business Development Manager

Overview

 

Ready to take the leap into an exciting new career with one of Southwest Missouri’s premier commercial general contractors?

 

Join the momentum at Killian Construction Co.! We are seeking an energetic, highly motivated, and strategically minded Business Development Manager to support our company’s continued growth. If you are a relationship-driven professional who energizes every room, uncovers new opportunities, builds powerful strategic partnerships, and helps propel a successful commercial construction company forward, this is the career move you have been waiting for.

 

Position Summary

 

As Business Development Manager, you will serve as a primary ambassador for Killian Construction. In this role, you will drive growth by securing new business opportunities, expanding current client relationships, and positioning Killian Construction as the contractor of choice throughout the markets we serve. You will partner closely with executive leadership, estimating, preconstruction, and operations to ensure delivery of exceptional client experiences from the first meeting through project completion. We are seeking a proactive professional who thrives on networking, collaborating with owners and developers, identifying off-market projects, and creating opportunities that lead to negotiated work and long-term client relationships.

Responsibilities

Business Development & Sales

• Develop and execute strategic business development initiatives that increase company revenue, profitability, and market share.
• Identify, qualify, pursue, and secure new commercial construction opportunities across targeted market sectors.
• Generate and maintain a pipeline of qualified opportunities while increasing negotiated work, construction management, and design-build projects.
• Develop strategic account plans to grow existing clients and establish relationships with new owners, developers, architects, engineers, brokers, municipalities, and other key decision-makers.
• Meet and exceed annual business development goals, revenue targets, and key performance metrics.
• Lead project pursuits from initial client contact through contract award, coordinating internal resources to maximize success.

Client & Industry Relations

• Build and maintain long-term relationships with clients, design professionals, and industry partners to generate repeat business and referrals.
• Represent Killian Construction with professionalism, integrity, and enthusiasm at client meetings, networking events, trade associations, industry conferences, and community functions.
• Develop a thorough understanding of each client's business objectives, upcoming projects, and long-term construction needs while delivering an exceptional experience throughout the relationship.

Industry Knowledge

• Working knowledge of commercial construction delivery methods, including:
  • General Contracting
  • Construction Management
  • Design-Build
  • Preconstruction Services
  • Negotiated Procurement
  • Competitive Hard-Bid Procurement

Market Development & Strategy

• Monitor market trends, economic activity, competitive intelligence, and upcoming developments to identify future project opportunities.
• Research emerging markets, target industries, and geographic expansion opportunities.
• Collaborate with executive leadership to develop annual sales strategies, market growth initiatives, and business development plans that support the company's long-term objectives.

Proposal & Pursuit Management

• Partner with Estimating, Preconstruction, and Operations to develop qualifications packages, proposals, presentations, and interview materials.
• Coordinate pursuit strategies and client communications to improve proposal quality and increase project win rates.
• Assist in negotiating contracts and facilitating smooth project transitions from business development to operations.

Collaboration & Reporting

• Maintain accurate client, prospect, and opportunity information within the company's CRM system.
• Track sales activities, client meetings, project pursuits, and proposal status while preparing weekly, monthly, and quarterly reports for executive leadership.
• Forecast future opportunities, revenue, and sales activity to support strategic planning and company growth.
• Work collaboratively with Executive Leadership, Estimating, Project Management, and Operations, to ensure exceptional client service and successful project execution.
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Qualifications

Experience:Minimum of 5+ years as a Superintendent in commercial construction, managing large-scale multi-million-dollar projects.

 

Technical Skills:Proficiency in construction management software (Procore, Bluebeam, Microsoft Project) and a strong understanding of construction scheduling and coordination. Familiarity with BIM and CAD is preferred.

 

Certifications:OSHA 10/30-hour certification Preferred; First Aid/CPR certification preferred.  Knowledge of sustainable construction practices is a plus.

 

Education:Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field is preferred.

 

Leadership & Communication:Strong leadership and team-building skills, with the ability to mediate conflicts and effectively manage a diverse team of subcontractors and site personnel.

 

 

Problem Solving:Demonstrated ability to solve complex construction problems, negotiate effectively, and make timely, cost-effective decisions.

 

Working Environment:

Superintendents will work primarily on-site at project locations but will also have desk duties.

 

Physical Requirements:

Standing and Walking: 75%Sitting and Desk Work: 25%Occasional lifting of materials and equipment.