What are the responsibilities and job description for the VP, Business Development position at Henry Carlson Company?
Henry Carlson Construction is on the hunt for a Business Development leader to join its team. Are you a go-getter with a passion for driving sales and expanding business opportunities? Do you thrive in the fast-paced world of construction and love making connections that turn into profitable partnerships? If so, we want YOU on our team!
Who We Are
For over 100 years, Henry Carlson Construction has been delivering superior construction services to area businesses big and small. Combined with our advanced management practices and technology we also offer decades of experience doing the job right, on time and on budget.
What You’ll Do
- Develop and implement a comprehensive business development strategy in alignment with company growth objectives.
- Work with preconstruction team to pursue new clients and projects, including pre-construction planning, client strategy and proposal development.
Establish, maintain, and enhance relationships with key clients, developers, architects, engineers, and industry partners. - Collaborate with internal teams to develop key communication and contact plans for major accounts, ensuring client satisfaction and fostering long-term partnerships.
- Represent the company at industry events
- Participate in the preparation and submission of RFQs, RFPs, and bid proposals.
- Work closely with executive leadership, estimating, preconstruction, and project management teams to align business development efforts with operational capacity.
- Mentor and lead the business development function across all teams to fostering a high-performance culture.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Construction Management, Architecture or a related field (preferred but not required).
- 10 years of progressive experience in business development, sales, or client management within the commercial construction industry
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
- Self-motivated, results-driven, and a natural problem-solver.
Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Apply now and help us shape the future of Henry Carlson Construction.
Contact Information
Miranda Bunde
mbunde@henrycarlson.com
1205 West Russell Street
Sioux Falls, SD 57104
Phone: 605-336-2410
Henry Carlson Construction offers competitive pay and a benefit package including health, dental, vision, life and 401(k).
Henry Carlson Construction is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability or veteran status.
