Chief Industries, Inc Careers - Business Development Manager

Chief Construction is seeking a Business Development Manager to join the Chief Team. This position will be responsible for identifying new business opportunities, developing strategic partnerships, and driving growth within existing and emerging markets. The ideal candidate will have a solid understanding of the construction industry, excellent networking abilities, and a proven track record in sales or client development.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement strategic business development plans to achieve company growth objectives.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities across target sectors (e.g., commercial, industrial, healthcare, education, public sector).
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, architects, developers, subcontractors, and key industry stakeholders.
• Collaborate with executive leadership and marketing teams to craft effective sales presentations, proposals, and RFP responses.
• Attend industry events, conferences, and trade shows to promote the Chief Construction brand and generate leads.
• Monitor market trends, competitor activities, and potential partnership opportunities.
• Maintain and manage a robust pipeline of opportunities.
• Provide regular reporting on business development activities, forecasts, and results.
• Work closely with project managers and estimators to ensure smooth project transitions and client satisfaction.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Job Responsibilities:

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Construction Management, or a related field (or equivalent experience).

Experience:

• 5+ years of business development or sales experience, preferably in the construction.

The Company:

Putting the needs of customers first has taken Chief Industries, Inc. from a small construction company in 1954, to a highly diverse company with a reputation for manufacturing quality products and offering unparalleled customer service. Through its many divisions and subsidiaries, Chief Industries employs over 1,400 skilled and dedicated employees who produce a wide variety of products, many of which are used around the world.

A division of Chief Industries, Chief Construction has been your premier construction company in the Midwest since 1954. As design/build, general contracting, and construction management specialists, we focus on the entire process from concept through completion. Our success in the commercial, industrial, manufacturing, and institutional buildings segments can be attributed to our years of experience and to the use of the latest technological advances in planning, design, engineering, specifications, and construction.

Our Benefits:

This full-time position is eligible for full company benefits, including

• Paid vacation and PTO policies
• Paid holidays
• Medical, dental, vision, and life Insurance
• Wellness program
• 401(k) retirement with company match
• Disability insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• And much more.

Chief Industries Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to the basis of equal employment opportunity for all and to providing employees and applicants with a work atmosphere free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions are based on professional demand, job requirements and qualifications, without regard to color, race, family status, religion or belief, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the settings in which work is being completed. Chief Industries Inc. will not tolerate any discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. Chief Industries Inc. encourages all to apply for any available jobs. If you need additional assistance with the application process, please call ....