Business Development Coordinator
Market Engagement & Business Development Support
- Support Principals and Project Managers in implementing regional business development strategies and client engagement activities.
- Build relationships with clients, architects, industry partners, and professional organizations throughout the region.
- Coverage of client meetings, networking events, conferences, lunch-and-learns, and sponsorship activities.
- Research prospective clients, target markets, industry trends, and upcoming project opportunities.
- Monitor RFQs, RFPs, and market intelligence services and communicate opportunities to regional leadership.
- Prepare client briefing materials, market research, and background information to support business development efforts.
- Maintain CRM data, client contacts, opportunity pipelines, and business development activity.
- Coordinate follow-up after meetings and events to ensure consistent client engagement.
- Serve as the primary marketing representative for the Round Rock and San Antonio offices, maintaining close alignment with the Fort Worth Marketing team.
- Coordinate pursuit kickoff meetings, capture planning sessions, and associated action items.
- Gather client intelligence, market information, and technical background to support strategic pursuits.
- Coordinate with the Marketing team throughout the RFQ/RFP process to ensure timely communication and information sharing.
- Coordinate requests from local teaming partners for resumes, project experience, and qualification information, including light document production using Adobe InDesign and Microsoft Office.
- Aid in interview preparation, presentation logistics, and rehearsal coordination.
- Support the development and maintenance of regional qualifications materials, project profiles, and other pursuit resources.
We Require
- Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, or a related field.
- Approximately 5–8 years of experience in business development support, marketing, pursuit coordination, or a related role, preferably within the Architecture, Engineering, or Construction (AEC) industry.
- Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
- Experience working with CRM software.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office; working knowledge of Adobe InDesign.
- Ability to travel regularly between Round Rock, San Antonio, and Fort Worth.
It Helps to Have
- Familiarity with the Central Texas AEC market and professional organizations.
- Experience supporting public and private sector pursuits.
- Experience coordinating client meetings, industry events, or business development activities.
- Experience with Unanet CRM (Cosential) or similar CRM platforms.
Physical Demands
This position is primarily sedentary with long periods of sitting, but occasional walking and lifting up to 25lbs may occur. Occasionally bending, squatting, and reaching overhead may also occur. Additionally, extensive computer usage is required daily.
Position Type and Schedule
This is a full-time, exempt position, with an expectation to work 40 hours per week. BHB offers flexible scheduling options, including five 8-hour days or four 9-hour days with a half day on Friday morning. While the start and end times of the workday can be adjusted, employees are expected to establish and maintain a consistent schedule which must encompass the core business hours of 9am – 4pm. Although overtime is not required, it is requested at times to meet our clients’ needs.
Benefits
We believe that taking care of our employees and their families is vital to our success. For several years, BHB has been awarded the titles of "Best Place for Working Parents" and Zweig’s "Best Firms to Work For."
- Sponsor employee medical, dental, vision, short-term & long-term disability, and basic life insurance, as well as subsidizing a significant family portion.
- Offer voluntary life and disability insurances, paid parental leave after 12 months of employment, a PTO bank immediately available, & 401(k) matching.
- Provide many internal & external training opportunities including formal & informal mentorship programs.
- Sponsor multiple professional & industry memberships, licensure, and leadership opportunities.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Baird, Hampton & Brown is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business need. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy & childbirth conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, expression, or status, mental or physical disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, citizenship, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable law.