Business Development Manager - Cincinnati, OH

Description

Messer Construction Co. is a construction manager and general contractor that provides leadership for complex commercial building projects. An employee-owned company, Messer builds better lives for its customers, communities, and employees, and delivers value through quality construction and client experiences.

About the Role

We are currently seeking an experienced, self-starter, goal-oriented, successful sales professional to fill the role of Business Development Manager in our Cincinnati region.

Responsibilities

• Developing new business accounts to secure major construction contracts
• Strategically prospect, network, and research future construction project opportunities
• Working collaboratively with the Business Development team to create and implement strategic plans to generate business opportunities which result in achieved revenue objectives for the Cincinnati region
• Participating in industry and community organizations
• Continuously growing and developing your skills to lead project teams in selling high-end conceptual services to executive level managers and buyers of large corporations and agencies
• Influence the performance of cross-functional teams
• Make decisions based on Messer's long-term growth philosophy and core values

Requirements

• 5+ years of business development/sales experience
• Bachelor's degree in business, construction, or related field
• Ability to work non-traditional hours
• Business and community relationships in the Cincinnati area
• Knowledge/experience in a construction-related industry
• Knowledge of Messer market segments is a plus
• Formal sales training experience and utilization of client relationship management (CRM) software preferred
• Prioritize a proven track record developing business and long-term client relations

Qualifications

• Possess all auditory, speaking, and communicating capabilities
• Physical requirements: sitting, standing, walking, bending, twisting, climbing, pushing, pulling, lifting up to 25 lbs., seeing and reading

Skills

• Effective communication and networking skills
• Strategic planning and execution
• Client relationship management
• Project management
• Leadership and influence

Benefits

Messer offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.

Pay

The salary range for this position is $70,000 - $90,000 annually, commensurate with experience.

Schedule

The schedule for this position is flexible and may require occasional evenings and weekends.