Commercial Construction Business Development Manager
Jackson, MS
About the Company
Our client is a nationally recognized restoration and reconstruction organization providing emergency response, property restoration, and reconstruction services for commercial and residential clients.
The company is known for responsiveness, professionalism, and delivering exceptional service during critical situations. Due to continued growth, they are seeking an experienced Commercial Business Development Manager to expand their commercial relationships and generate new business opportunities within the market.
Position Overview
The Commercial Construction Business Development Manager is responsible for developing new commercial relationships, generating qualified opportunities, and increasing revenue through strategic relationship development.
This is a true outside business development role focused on building referral partnerships, networking within the community, identifying opportunities, and creating a strong commercial pipeline.
The ideal candidate is a proactive sales professional who thrives on meeting new people, building relationships, and creating opportunities.
Responsibilities
- Develop and grow commercial accounts within an assigned territory
- Identify and pursue new business opportunities through networking, referrals, outreach, and relationship development
- Build relationships with commercial decision-makers including:
- Property managers
- Facility managers
- Insurance professionals
- Commercial real estate professionals
- Business owners
- Other strategic referral partners
- Conduct regular in-person meetings, networking activities, and client visits
- Generate opportunities for restoration and reconstruction services
- Build and maintain a healthy sales pipeline
- Track activity, opportunities, and relationship development through CRM systems
- Follow opportunities through the sales process
- Collaborate with internal operations teams to ensure excellent client experiences
- Meet or exceed sales goals and revenue objectives
Qualifications
- Proven success in outside sales, business development, or territory growth
- Strong relationship-building skills
- Comfortable with prospecting and generating new opportunities
- Self-motivated with the ability to work independently
- Strong communication and presentation skills
- Competitive mindset with a drive to achieve results
- Professional presence when meeting with business leaders and decision-makers
Preferred Experience
Experience in one or more of the following is preferred:
- Restoration
- Construction
- Commercial services
- Insurance
- Property management
- Facilities management
- Roofing
- Real estate
- B2B sales
Existing commercial relationships within the market are highly valued.
Compensation
$60,000-$75,000 base salary plus commission (OTE $100,000-$125,000)
Work Environment
- Outside sales position
- Local market travel required
- Client meetings and networking events
- Independent work balanced with internal collaboration
Opportunity
This is an opportunity for a driven business development professional to build a territory, create meaningful relationships, and directly impact company growth.