Business Development Executive

Progesys Inc

$100K — $120K *
Business Services
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering
  • 7 to 10 years of project execution and delivery experience in positions like Project Manager or Commissioning Manager
  • 3 to 10 years of business development experience selling consulting or professional services
  • Experience in a consulting firm or project management organization
  • Strong presentation and communication skills for influencing decision-makers
  • Understanding of capital project life cycle and project management principles
  • Familiarity with the Canadian market and proficiency in CRM tools like Salesforce.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute the strategic plan for business objectives in the assigned region
  • Prospect and perform cold calling, manage key accounts, and present sales proposals
  • Research and solicit new business development opportunities and contacts
  • Organize external meetings, campaigns, seminars, and presentations
  • Establish and maintain relationships with clients and partners to aid their objectives
  • Understand client challenges and create tailored solutions for success
  • Promote Progesys's culture and services to demonstrate benefits to clients
  • Represent Progesys in the market and address customer needs for satisfaction.
  • Ensure continuous progress reporting on accounts to management
  • Support marketing campaign execution and keep sales tools updated.

Benefits

  • Open and inclusive work culture
  • Health and dental benefits from day one
  • Referral bonus
  • Encouragement for professional development
  • International mobility opportunities
  • Engagement in large-scale projects
  • Collaborative environment with open-minded individuals
  • On-site gym in the Laval office
Full Job Description
Progesys is currently looking for a Business Development Executive to join the Business Development & Sales team and contribute to the achievement of growth objectives of the assigned region.

Main Responsibilities
  • Develop and execute, with assistance and guidance from management, the strategic plan, and initiatives to achieve the Business objectives of Progesys in the assigned region
  • Prospecting and cold calling; key accounts management and sales presentations.
  • Research, qualify and solicit new contacts and new sales and business development opportunities.
  • Plan, develop and organize external meetings, campaigns, seminars, and presentations
  • Work on establishing and maintaining excellent relation with clients, partners, and associations at the different levels within the organizations and work on helping clients achieve their business objectives
  • Understand client's objectives and challenges and build the approach and solutions to help them succeed.
  • Promote the culture, capabilities, and services of Progesys and explain the benefits and ROI to the clients.
  • Represent Progesys on the market by addressing the needs and requirements of the customer, while ensuring their satisfaction.
  • Ensure continuous follow-up with management on progress and account status.
  • Support the director in the proper execution of all external marketing campaigns.
  • Keep sales tools up to date (CRM, account plans etc.), document progress and increase opportunities within accounts.
  • Attend and represent Progesys at trade shows. Participate in professional associations.

Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in engineering
  • 7 to 10 years of experience in project execution and delivery, in roles such as Project Manager, Project Director, or Commissioning Manager, ideally within the industrial or infrastructure sectors
  • 3 to 10 years of proven experience in business development, selling consulting or professional services in a project-based environment (engineering firms, project management consultancies, EPCM firms, etc.)
  • Experience working within a consulting firm or project management organization is highly valued
  • Strong presentation and communication skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all organizational level
  • High level of motivation, resilience, and results-driven mindset
  • Demonstrated ability to understand complex client needs and propose tailored, high-value solutions
  • Solid understanding of the capital project life cycle and project management principle
  • Familiarity with the Canadian market and industry landscape
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (especially PowerPoint) and CRM tools such as Salesforce
  • Proven ability to build trust and credibility with senior decision-makers (VPs, Directors, Executives)

Our Benefits:

In addition to offering a stimulating and dynamic work environment, we provide:

🤝 An open and inclusive culture and work environment

Competitive salary

Health and dental benefits from day one

Referral bonus

A company that encourages professional development

International mobility

🚧 Large-scale projects

The opportunity to work closely with a team of curious and open-minded individuals

🏋 On-site gym (Laval office)

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