Director, Business Development

The Role:

The primary responsibility of the Business Development Director is to procure construction opportunities for the company in the Tampa Bay market.

Responsibilities:

• Identify qualified opportunities through the development of strategic relationships with architects, developers and owners.
• Critically apply market and business sectors knowledge toward the formation of prequalified opportunity and client lists.
• Manage and direct the company’s response to requests for proposals and bid opportunities once qualified opportunities have been identified.
• Prepare document package and team for the interview phase.

Qualifications:

• Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Marketing or relevant discipline
• 5 years experience in the field or a related area
• Extensive knowledge of construction markets and business sectors is essential.
• A thorough familiarity with construction concepts, definitions, practices and procedures is fundamental. Knowledge of local planning, permitting, and zoning regulations is required.
• Candidate must possess Suffolk’s Core Values: Passion, Integrity, Hard Work, and Professionalism.
• Candidate must be adaptable and able to quickly adjust to evolution in the industry and markets.
• Strong communication and organizational skills are necessary, along with an ability to be self-directed.