We9re looking for a dynamic, results-driven Business Development Leader to join our Minneapolis, MN office. This is an incredible opportunity for a highly networked, forward-thinking professional to expand our presence in higher education, healthcare, corporate office, mixed-use, and industrial markets while maintaining strong client relationships. If you thrive on strategy, relationship-building, and technical excellence, we want you on our team!
What You9ll Do:Stay engaged in the design process while maintaining relatable billable hour responsibilities, ensuring your technical expertise directly contributes to project success.
- Take Charge of Game-Changing Projects
Lead projects by setting priorities, developing objectives, and overseeing the financial performance to deliver high-impact solutions that shape communities.
Serve as a key technical resource for multi-disciplined teams, providing insights and leadership.
Present to clients with confidence, negotiate contracts like a pro, and cultivate relationships that drive long-term success.
- Thrive in a Fast-Paced, Evolving Industry
Juggle multiple priorities with ease, stay ahead of trends, and bring adaptability and strategic thinking to every challenge.
Responsibilities include:- Plan and lead the business development initiatives.
- Develop pipeline of business opportunities throughout the U.S.
- Project oversight including setting priorities and developing objectives, project financial management, as well as hands-on involvement in the design process. The ability to serve as a technical resource for a multi-disciplined team.
- Job duties include project engineering and management. Client management, including abilities to make fluent presentations, contract negotiations and client development activities. Good communication skills and a proven track record in successfully interacting with clients and collaborating with internal team members is necessary.
- Must be able to travel a minimum of 15%, to work with teams in each of GRAEF9s offices and meet with clients.
- Project delivery dependent on experience, licensing and expertise.
- Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced multi-discipline environment.
- Be adaptable in an ever-changing industry.
Our selection process will include candidates who meet the following minimum qualifications:- Bachelor9s degree in engineering, urban planning or landscape architecture.
- A minimum of 8 years of experience developing and managing a technical market or business development, along with selling technical services to architectural and municipal clients in MN.
- Success in business development planning, including developing strategic business plans, marketing activities, client development, presentation experience and proposal development.
- Established architectural relationships strongly preferred.
- Technical project management experience is desired.
- Professional PE or AICP PLA license.
- Proven leadership experience is highly preferred.
Why GRAEF? We are proud to offer a complete benefit package to include: - Training, Mentorship, and Leadership Development Programs
- A team atmosphere dedicated to open communication and collaboration
- Flexible Hours/Hybrid Schedule
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
- Embed yourself in the community by participating in numerous outside activities that GRAEF endorses and supports
- Paid Parental Leave
- Paid Time Off
- Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
- Flexible Spending Plans
- Retirement Savings Plan
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Casual Dress
