Business Development Assistant

About Us:

At Clark Bros, Inc., we pride ourselves on being a trusted leader in the construction industry with over 65 years of success.

As a heavy civil construction company, we are dedicated to driving sustainable change within the water, power, and renewable energy resources industries and improving communities along the way. Our team is built on a foundation of excellence, collaboration, and a steadfast commitment to safety, and our unique culture encourages independent ideas and problem-solving with ingenuity, purpose, and grit. As a company focused on building a better future, we offer a competitive salary and benefits package, along with ample opportunities for career development.

Join our team to be part of a company that is actively shaping the future, and that values your contributions, prioritizes your safety, and supports your purpose – whatever it may be.

Position Summary:

Clark Bros., Inc. is currently seeking a driven and detail-oriented Business Development Assistant to support our executive leadership team. This position will play a key role in advancing our strategic growth efforts within the heavy civil construction industry. As a Business Development Assistant, you will work closely with the CEO to develop and execute business development strategies, manage behind-the-scenes operations, and support all related administrative functions. This role requires strong organizational skills, excellent communication abilities, and a working knowledge of the construction industry.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist the CEO in formulating and refining business development plans, targets, and strategies.
• Conduct market research and competitor analysis to inform strategic decisions.
• Manage the request for proposal (RFP) process.
• Maintain organized records of proposals, contracts, client communications, and CRM data.
• Track business development tasks, deadlines, and follow-ups.
• Coordinate calendars, schedule meetings, and prepare agendas and minutes for business development-related discussions.
• Draft and send professional correspondence to clients, vendors, and potential partners on behalf of the CEO.
• Help maintain a positive and professional relationship with clients, industry partners, and stakeholders.
• Identify potential clients, upcoming project opportunities, and industry events.
• Conduct initial calls to prospective clients to gather org details, identify decision-makers, and book meetings.
• Maintain and update lead tracking systems with potential business opportunities.
• Assist in the creation and editing of business development materials such as capability statements, brochures, presentations, and social media content (if applicable).
• Ensure consistency in branding and messaging across all business development documents.
• Coordinate logistics and support the team in preparing for industry events, trade shows, and networking opportunities the company may attend.
• Support cross-functional collaboration to meet business development goals.
• Maintain confidentiality and discretion when handling sensitive business information or executive communications.

Qualifications and Expectations:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Construction Management, or related field preferred.
• 3–5 years in business development or admin support roles.
• Experience in the construction industry is preferred; heavy civil construction experience is a strong plus.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with CRM software and proposal management tools.
• Capable of drafting professional documents, correspondence, and marketing materials.
• Highly organized, self-motivated, and capable of managing multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.
• Strong time management, ability to handle multiple tasks, and meet deadlines.

Salary Range: $70,000 - $100,000
This job description is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties or skills required for the job and is subject to review and change at any time, with or without notice, in accordance with the needs of the Company.

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