What are the responsibilities and job description for the Business Development Associate position at Civilitude Engineers & Planners?
As the Business Development Associate, you will play a vital role in supporting our business development efforts. You'll work closely with the Business Development team to ensure seamless sales operations and strategic growth, handling everything from scheduling meetings to helping with proposals to networking. You'll have the opportunity to grow your business-development skills by attending events, joining business development meetings, and honing your skills in sales and relationship building.
Responsibilities:
Qualifications:
Benefits:
As a member of our team, you will be part of a firm deeply rooted in the Austin community, where our principals actively contribute to city commissions and nonprofit boards, and advocate for sustainable development. If you are ready to challenge the status quo and contribute to a more equitable future, we invite you to apply and grow with us.
Additionally, Civilitude is part of the Hexah family of companies. As such, we offer a competitive benefits package which includes:
HELP FIRST
At the heart of everything we do is the desire to help. This is the reason we come to work every single day. We are here to support each other regardless of role, to solve problems together, and to make a real difference in the communities we serve. The work we do impacts lives, and every decision we make ripples out beyond our own team. This is what drives us.
BE TENACIOUS
We are tenacious. We proactively push for the right outcomes, no matter the challenge. Whether it's delivering outstanding work, improving our processes, or driving innovation within our company, we don't back down. Tenacity isn't about perfection; it's about striving to get things right and pushing for continuous progress. We are committed to doing what is right, day by day.
ALWAYS IMPROVE
We are always improving. Improvement is at the core of our work culture. We aren't here because we have all the answers — we are here because we want to keep learning. We share knowledge with each other through initiatives like lunch and learns, and every day presents an opportunity to improve through our experiences with our clients, partners, and the greater community. Growth isn't just a goal, it's our daily pursuit. And because we are always improving, we recognize that we have come a long way and we confidently celebrate our wins.
BE VERSATILE
We are versatile. Our team's strength lies in our ability to adapt and step into diverse roles. We seek versatility in thinking and culture among our team. When we have a wide range of viewpoints, we can better understand the view of the people we impact. We don't define ourselves by a single project type or service. We are problem solvers in every sense — whether it's civil engineering, offering unique advice, or helping organizations make better decisions. Our versatility stems from our diverse experiences, which allow us to approach challenges creatively and innovate for the future.
BE INVESTED
We are invested. Being invested goes beyond time and money — it means caring deeply. We started Civilitude to focus on what truly matters: the people. Whether it's our team, our clients, or our communities, we are committed to making a lasting impact. We believe in offering reliable leadership, empowering others to grow, and ensuring the success of everyone we work with. Our investment in each other and our mission strengthens our collective impact.
Responsibilities:
- Administrative Support: Schedule meetings, manage calendars, and organize files for the business development team
- CRM Management: Accurately input and maintain client and prospect data within our CRM system. Attend pipeline meetings and answer pipeline status.
- Proposal Assistance: Assist in drafting, editing, and organizing client proposals
- Marketing Support: support BD Manager on working with marketing as needed
- Outreach Activities: Support cold calling and emailing efforts, helping to craft messaging and grow confidence in client outreach
- Event Preparation: Help identify, organize, and prepare for networking events, conferences, and client meetings
- Networking: support the growth and reach of Civilitude by identifying and attending networking events, as approved by BD Manager
- Project Manage: Ability to project manage deals from start to finish, including "herding cats", setting reminders, and generally ensuring all tasks are completed on time and up to Civilitude standards
- Learning & Growth: Take on stretch assignments to build your skills and gain hands-on experience in business development
- Show eagerness to learn and initiative to relentlessly find the right solutions
- Grow in project management skills - showing the ability to pull together the right
- Have a can-do attitude
- Drive internal communications regarding next-steps in sales cycle
- Data Support: learn and grow in data entry and analysis skills, learning how data drives decision making
- A self-starter with a can-do attitude who's willing to take on any task, big or small
- Strong organizational skills with a keen attention to detail
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Proficiency in Hubspot or other CRM software
- A team player who thrives in a fast-paced environment
- A strong desire to grow into a business development or sales role
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Civil Engineering, or a related field
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Proficiency in office suite products (Google Workspace or Microsoft Office); CRM systems, and Project Management tools
- Demonstrated interest in civil engineering and business development
- Ability to work well in a collaborative team environment
- A proactive attitude and eagerness to learn in both engineering and business contexts
- Willingness to travel for client meetings and project evaluations as necessary
Benefits:
As a member of our team, you will be part of a firm deeply rooted in the Austin community, where our principals actively contribute to city commissions and nonprofit boards, and advocate for sustainable development. If you are ready to challenge the status quo and contribute to a more equitable future, we invite you to apply and grow with us.
Additionally, Civilitude is part of the Hexah family of companies. As such, we offer a competitive benefits package which includes:
- Health and Wellness Benefits
- Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
- Worker's Compensation Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- Health Savings Account
- Work Life Balance
- Paid time off
- Paid company holidays
- Parental Leave
- Retirement Benefits
- 401k
- Up to 3% company matching
- Ongoing Learning
- Licensing CE requirements
- Professional Learning
HELP FIRST
At the heart of everything we do is the desire to help. This is the reason we come to work every single day. We are here to support each other regardless of role, to solve problems together, and to make a real difference in the communities we serve. The work we do impacts lives, and every decision we make ripples out beyond our own team. This is what drives us.
BE TENACIOUS
We are tenacious. We proactively push for the right outcomes, no matter the challenge. Whether it's delivering outstanding work, improving our processes, or driving innovation within our company, we don't back down. Tenacity isn't about perfection; it's about striving to get things right and pushing for continuous progress. We are committed to doing what is right, day by day.
ALWAYS IMPROVE
We are always improving. Improvement is at the core of our work culture. We aren't here because we have all the answers — we are here because we want to keep learning. We share knowledge with each other through initiatives like lunch and learns, and every day presents an opportunity to improve through our experiences with our clients, partners, and the greater community. Growth isn't just a goal, it's our daily pursuit. And because we are always improving, we recognize that we have come a long way and we confidently celebrate our wins.
BE VERSATILE
We are versatile. Our team's strength lies in our ability to adapt and step into diverse roles. We seek versatility in thinking and culture among our team. When we have a wide range of viewpoints, we can better understand the view of the people we impact. We don't define ourselves by a single project type or service. We are problem solvers in every sense — whether it's civil engineering, offering unique advice, or helping organizations make better decisions. Our versatility stems from our diverse experiences, which allow us to approach challenges creatively and innovate for the future.
BE INVESTED
We are invested. Being invested goes beyond time and money — it means caring deeply. We started Civilitude to focus on what truly matters: the people. Whether it's our team, our clients, or our communities, we are committed to making a lasting impact. We believe in offering reliable leadership, empowering others to grow, and ensuring the success of everyone we work with. Our investment in each other and our mission strengthens our collective impact.
