Business Development Manager

About the role

The Business Development Manager leads the firm’s business development strategy within the AEC industry. Reporting directly to the President, this role drives strategic growth by strengthening client relationships, advancing aligned pursuit opportunities, and expanding the firm’s market presence.

Responsibilities

• Drives strategic growth by strengthening client relationships, advancing aligned pursuit opportunities, and expanding the firm’s market presence.
• Develops and advances strategic business opportunities.
• Sustains long-term client and partner relationships.
• Develops and sustains long-term client and partner relationships.
• Works independently while collaborating with firm leadership and teams.
• Uses business productivity tools, presentation software, and design or marketing support platforms.
• Contributes to an employee-owned firm culture.

Requirements / Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Engineering, or a related field.
• 8–10+ years of progressive business development experience within the AEC industry.
• Strong understanding of AEC delivery methods, procurement processes, and market dynamics.
• Demonstrated success developing and advancing strategic business opportunities.
• Proven ability to develop and sustain long-term client and partner relationships.
• Excellent written, verbal, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Ownership mindset with a commitment to contributing to an employee-owned firm.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary.
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
• Quarterly bonuses.
• Comprehensive Health Insurance.
• 401(k) plan.
• Paid time off.
• Professional growth and development opportunities.
• Company retreats.
• A collaborative and forward-thinking work environment.

About Harris Civil Engineers

Harris Civil Engineers (HCE) is a well-established, 100% employee-owned civil engineering firm providing full-service design solutions with a commitment to creative and innovative project delivery. HCE maintains a longstanding presence in hospitality and themed entertainment and brings extensive experience across residential, higher education, healthcare, and retail projects.