Director of Business Development – Railroad & Transit

About the Role

Burns Engineering is seeking a Director of Business Development to support and expand our Railroad & Transit practice in Philadelphia, PA. This role is responsible for driving strategic growth by identifying, developing, and securing new business opportunities, while strengthening relationships with key clients, partners, and industry stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute business development strategies to drive sales growth and market expansion
• Identify, evaluate, and pursue new business opportunities aligned with Business Unit priorities
• Lead the annual business development planning process and oversee execution
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key clients, agencies, and industry partners
• Leverage an established network within rail and transit agencies and teaming partners
• Transition client relationships effectively to project delivery teams upon award
• Lead capture strategies, including positioning, teaming, and win approach development
• Collaborate with technical and marketing teams to assist in the development of proposals and fee strategies
• Support contract negotiations, due diligence, and partnership development
• Maintain up-to-date intelligence on clients, competitors, and market trends through CRM tools
• Identify emerging opportunities based on industry trends, funding programs, and client needs
• Represent Burns at industry events, conferences, and client engagements
• Partner with Business Unit leadership to align business development efforts with strategic goals
• Lead regular business development meetings and pipeline reviews
• Provide mentorship, training, and guidance to staff on business development best practices
• Collaborate with marketing on branding, campaigns, and promotional initiatives

Qualifications

• 8–10+ years of relevant business development experience in the Rail and/or Transit industry
• Demonstrated success in winning and growing client relationships
• Established network within rail and transit agencies and industry partners
• Strong understanding of mass transit policies, programs, and funding mechanisms
• Proven ability to develop and execute strategic plans and capture strategies
• Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills

Role Expectations

• Serve as a visible leader in the industry and represent Burns in key markets
• Spend significant time externally with clients, partners, and at industry events
• Drive measurable results aligned with company sales and growth targets
• Help position Burns as a national leader in Railroad & Transit services

Burns Engineering is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics.