Business Development Manager - Heavy Civil & Excavation

TerraFirma, Inc

$110K — $130K *
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years in business development, sales, or partnership management in construction or excavation
  • Familiarity with CRM software (e.g., Salesforce) and proposal writing tools
  • Understanding of earthworks or heavy equipment operations is a plus
  • Experience in business development for frontier construction technology and robotics
  • Extended network in the Texas construction and data center industries

Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain strategic partnerships with key industry players
  • Drive the expansion of TerraFirma's partner network for infrastructure development
  • Represent the company at industry events to promote brand and services
  • Lead preparation and submission of proposals and tenders in collaboration with teams
  • Support marketing efforts with materials showcasing successful projects and partnerships

Benefits

  • Equity in TerraFirma
  • Relocation packages available for moving costs
  • Support for extended hours or weekends for critical deadlines
  • Opportunity to work in a fast-paced startup environment
Full Job Description
Job Overview
In this role, you will drive TerraFirma's efforts in forging strategic alliances and securing new business opportunities. This role focuses on building relationships with developers, contractors, and other major players in the earthmoving industry while driving the sales pipeline for site prep and excavation projects.

Responsibilities
  • Develop and maintain strategic partnerships with major developers, general contractors, corporates, and other major players in the earthmoving industry
  • Drive the development of TerraFirma's network of partners at the forefront of building out the next generation of infrastructure in the US
  • Represent TerraFirma at industry events, conferences, and networking opportunities to promote our brand and services
  • Lead and coordinate the preparation and submission of proposals, bids, and tenders, collaborating with estimators and project teams to ensure accurate and compelling submissions
  • Support the development and promotion of marketing materials and case studies showcasing successful projects and partnerships


Basic Qualifications
  • 5+ years in business development, sales, or partnership management in construction, excavation, or related industries
  • Familiarity with CRM software (e.g., Salesforce), proposal writing tools, and proven understanding of earthworks or heavy equipment operations a plus
  • Proven experience with business development in frontier construction technology and robotics


Preferred Skills & Experience
  • Extended network in the Texas earthworks, construction, and data center industries
  • Demonstrated success in securing contracts and building long-term partnerships, with a portfolio of at least 5 major deals in the past 3 years
  • Excellent negotiation, communication, and presentation skills


Additional Requirements
  • Must be willing to work extended hours or weekends when needed to support critical deadlines or triage urgent deployment issues
  • Comfortable with working in a fast-paced startup environment
  • Must be willing to relocate to Austin, TX if not within commuting distance


Compensation & Benefits
Base compensation will vary based on factors such as relevant experience and education. Salaries and leveling will be determined on a case-by-case basis if an offer is extended. Our total compensation package also includes equity in TerraFirma. Relocation packages are available to help cover moving costs, if applicable.

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