Business Development Exec

Nenni and Associates

$80K — $120K *
Energy & Utilities
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Energy, or related field (MBA is a plus)
  • 3+ years in business development, sales, or account management within energy services or sustainability
  • Familiarity with performance contracting and energy efficiency technologies
  • Demonstrated record of meeting or exceeding sales goals
  • Strong communication, negotiation, and presentation abilities
  • Capacity to work independently and collaborate with technical teams
  • Willingness to travel regionally and nationally for client engagements

Responsibilities

  • Identify, qualify, and pursue new business opportunities with various client sectors
  • Cultivate strong relationships with key decision-makers and stakeholders
  • Develop and execute market strategies to align with company objectives
  • Keep abreast of industry trends, funding avenues, and regulatory requirements
  • Collaborate with internal teams to create compelling proposals and presentations
  • Manage opportunities from initial contact to contract closure, ensuring revenue alignment
  • Represent the company at industry events and client meetings to enhance credibility

Benefits

  • Join a mission-driven team focused on achieving energy savings and sustainability
  • Enjoy an entrepreneurial environment with growth opportunities
  • Receive a competitive salary with performance-based bonuses
  • Access comprehensive benefits, including healthcare and a 401(k) plan with company match
  • Benefit from generous paid time off
Full Job Description
About the Company

We are an energy services and infrastructure solutions firm that helps government, institutional, and commercial clients reduce costs, improve sustainability, and modernize critical facilities. Our team delivers turnkey solutions through performance contracting, renewable energy, and advanced technology applications that drive measurable results.

Position Overview

We are seeking a motivated and entrepreneurial Business Development Executive to expand our presence in the energy efficiency and infrastructure modernization market. This individual will focus on building relationships, identifying opportunities, and driving revenue growth by helping clients meet their energy, operational, and sustainability goals.

Key Responsibilities
  • New Business Development: Identify, qualify, and pursue opportunities with federal, state, municipal, higher education, and healthcare clients.
  • Client Relationship Management: Cultivate strong, long-term relationships with decision-makers, stakeholders, and industry influencers.
  • Strategic Growth: Develop and execute market strategies that align with company goals and expand our footprint in target sectors.
  • Market Intelligence: Stay informed on industry trends, funding opportunities, and regulatory drivers to position the company competitively.
  • Proposal Development: Collaborate with engineering, project development, and finance teams to deliver compelling proposals and presentations.
  • Pipeline Management: Oversee opportunities from early engagement through contract close, ensuring alignment with revenue targets.
  • Brand Representation: Represent the company at conferences, industry events, and client meetings to strengthen visibility and credibility.

Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Energy, or a related field (MBA a plus).
  • 3+ years of business development, sales, or account management experience in energy services, sustainability, or infrastructure solutions.
  • Knowledge of performance contracting, energy efficiency technologies, and government procurement processes preferred.
  • Proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales and growth objectives.
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
  • Ability to collaborate with technical teams while operating independently in the field.
  • Willingness to travel regionally/nationally for client engagement.

What We Offer
  • Opportunity to join a mission-driven team helping clients achieve energy savings and sustainability goals.
  • Entrepreneurial, growth-oriented environment with clear advancement potential.
  • Competitive base salary plus performance-based incentives.
  • Comprehensive benefits including healthcare, 401(k) with company match, and paid time off.

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