Business Development Associate

About the role

Be the engine behind SSR’s growth by supporting strategic pursuits and marketing efforts in a 100% employee-owned firm making impact across infrastructure, healthcare, and more.

Responsibilities

• Work cross-functionally with Regional Directors, Market Sector teams, CRMs, Project Managers, and Marketing to support client engagement, research, and pursuit strategy execution.
• Gain exposure to SSR’s diverse markets (Healthcare, Transportation, Civic, Sports + Entertainment, etc.) and support initiatives that expand our footprint, reputation, and impact.
• Assist in developing and executing regional business development strategies aligned with SSR’s growth goals.
• Support client relationship efforts by scheduling meetings, tracking contacts, and maintaining engagement plans.
• Pursue strategy and core messaging for proposals and presentations, ensuring alignment with pursuit priorities and business development goals.
• Partner with marketing to help coordinate pursuit logistics, team contributors, timelines, and internal reviews.
• Maintain and manage data in CRM or pursuit tracking tools, producing dashboards and reports.
• Conduct market research, competitive benchmarking, and industry analysis to uncover new opportunities.
• Collaborate with Marketing to generate content, event support, and promotional materials for pursuits and region market presence.
• Represent SSR at local/regional industry events, conferences, or networking functions as needed.
• Research and identify external organizations and be an active participant.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in business, Marketing, Engineering, or related field
• 1–3 years of experience in business development, marketing, sales support, or proposals, preferably in architecture, engineering, consulting, or technical services
• Ability to manage multiple tasks concurrently, meet deadlines, and coordinate across teams
• Strong written and oral communication skills, with ability to turn technical content into client-centric narratives
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Experience with CRM or pursuit tracking systems

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with CRM database software
• Understanding of BD metrics, KPIs, forecasting, and ROI
• Exposure to client-facing activities, event planning, or conference support
• Ability to travel occasionally for meetings or events

What We Offer

• 100% Employee-Owned – Ownership stake from your first day with immediate ESOP vesting
• Retirement Savings – 401(k) with immediate vesting and generous company match
• Health & Wellness – Medical, dental, vision plans plus company contributions to HSA for HDHP plans
• Company-Paid Protection – Life insurance, AD&D, and short- & long-term disability at no cost to you
• Work–Life Balance – Flexible schedules, paid parental leave, generous PTO, and company holidays
• Career Growth – Tuition reimbursement, mentorship, training, and a clear path toward roles in BD, marketing, or leadership

Benefits

• Retirement Savings – 401(k) with immediate vesting and generous company match
• Health & Wellness – Medical, dental, vision plans plus company contributions to HSA for HDHP plans
• Company-Paid Protection – Life insurance, AD&D, and short- & long-term disability at no cost to you
• Work–Life Balance – Flexible schedules, paid parental leave, generous PTO, and company holidays
• Career Growth – Tuition reimbursement, mentorship, training, and a clear path toward roles in BD, marketing, or leadership

Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer

SSR is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer EEO Disabled/Veterans

Application Instructions

This job posting will remain open for a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until it is filled. Recruiters or staffing agencies: SSR is not obligated to compensate any external recruiter or search firm who presents a candidate, their resume, or profile to an SSR employee without 1) a current, fully executed agreement on file and 2) being assigned to the open position via