Senior Business Development Manager
At Ecosystem we believe we should be accountable for results. That’s why we've integrated engineering and construction, seeing our projects through from design concept to implementation and commissioning. And that's how we can efficiently solve complex energy and decarbonization challenges in the built environment.
About the role
As a Senior Business Development Manager, you’ll be key to Ecosystem’s growth, leading the acquisition of multi-million-dollar energy infrastructure projects that redefine efficiency and sustainability for businesses across the New York Tri-State Area. You’ll rise to the challenge of ensuring high-impact results, gaining great exposure to multidisciplinary collaboration, strategic thinking, and end-to-end projects. Your expertise in building strategic relationships and navigating complex sales cycles will directly impact our success in markets such as higher education, healthcare, and industrial. Collaborating closely with internal teams and diverse clients, you’ll help to deliver innovative, customized solutions that position Ecosystem as a leader in modernizing energy infrastructure.
Responsibilities
- Establish and maintain a strong customer base by proactively developing the sales funnel and leveraging your network to generate new leads
- Connect regularly with prospects to evaluate their needs and demonstrate how Ecosystem re-works the built environment for greater efficiency and sustainability
- Use a consultative sales approach to develop lasting relationships with executive decision-makers, supporting client retention and identifying cross-sell and upsell opportunities
- Partner with in-house engineering teams to assess and validate client needs from initial contact through to the full acquisition process
- Coordinate and lead clients’ on-site walk-throughs with in-house engineering experts and customers to align on project scope and opportunities
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to craft timely, high-quality proposals that address client concerns, objectives and meet Ecosystem’s standards
- Contribute to go-to-market strategy development and execution in partnership with senior leadership
- Work with Marketing and Communications to enhance Ecosystem’s regional visibility as a results-driven engineering and construction firm
- Monitor client satisfaction through structured feedback at key stages of the client journey
Requirements
- Proven experience in business development, managing complex sales cycles with multiple stakeholders, including developing territories for a growing company
- Strong ability to identify both explicit and implicit client needs, and effectively qualify prospects to optimize team efforts
- Demonstrated success in targeting, pursuing, and securing a significant portfolio of key customers
- Strong influencing skills, with the ability to effectively position turnkey solutions and deliver outcome-based sales approaches that earn client trust
- People-oriented mindset, enjoying in-person interactions to build strong relationships
Benefits
- Annual base salaries (approx. $100,000 - $170,000), and competitive commission program
- Generous time off: 15 vacation days, 5 personal days, 10 public holidays, and a year-end holiday closure
- Complete Group Insurance offer with employer contribution and easy access to health and support through Telemedicine and Employee Assistance Program
- Employer contribution to 401(k)
- Cell phones provided for professional and personal use
- Mature Health & Safety practices, policies and trainings
- Thriving people-first culture with DEI, CSR, Innovation, and Social committees, and events like Ecofest
- Tailored career growth and development opportunities through mentorship, training, and career planning
- Mission-driven organization and stable business environment
Schedule
While flexibility depends on the role, some teams have set expectations for time on-site or in the office. We come together intentionally during key moments to connect, learn, and succeed as a team.