U.S. State and Local Government Relations Director at Bentley Systems Washington DC

Overview

U.S. Director of State and Local Government Relations – Washington, DC; Home-based in the US (ET preferred). Bentley Systems is seeking a strategic and experienced U.S. Director of State and Local Government Relations to lead engagement with state and local government entities across the United States. This role will develop and execute a comprehensive government relations strategy to promote Bentley’s infrastructure software solutions, foster partnerships, and influence public policy to support Bentley’s mission of advancing a digital transformation in state and local transportation and infrastructure policy. The Director will serve as the primary liaison between Bentley Systems and state / local governments, trade associations, and other key stakeholders. The position reports to the Senior Director of U.S. Government Relations. This is a full-time role expected to work 40 hours per week, home-based in the US.

Responsibilities

• Government Relations Strategy : Develop and implement a strategic plan for state and local governments engagement.
• Stakeholder Engagement : Build and maintain strong relationships with state and local government officials, agencies, and industry associations to advocate for policies and initiatives that align with Bentley’s business objectives.
• Policy Advocacy : Monitor and analyze state and local legislation, regulations, and policies impacting infrastructure, engineering, and technology sectors. Advocate for policies that support the adoption of Bentley’s solutions.
• Business Development Support : Collaborate with Bentley’s sales and marketing teams to identify and pursue opportunities with state and local government agencies, ensuring alignment with their infrastructure needs and procurement processes.
• Strategic Partnerships : Identify and foster partnerships with public sector organizations, industry groups, and other stakeholders to enhance Bentley’s visibility and influence in the state and local government market.
• Compliance and Procurement : Provide guidance on navigating state and local government procurement processes, ensuring compliance with regulations and maximizing opportunities for Bentley’s solutions to be adopted.
• Internal Collaboration : Work closely with Bentley’s leadership, product development, and legal teams to align government relations efforts with corporate strategy and product offerings.
• Event Representation : Represent Bentley Systems at industry conferences, public hearings, and government-related events to promote the company’s mission and solutions.
• Reporting and Insights : Provide regular updates to senior leadership on government relations activities, policy developments, and market opportunities, offering actionable insights to guide strategic decisions.
• Travel : Willingness to travel up to 15% to engage with government stakeholders and attend industry events.

Qualifications

Preferred Skills

What We Offer

About Bentley Systems

Around the world, infrastructure professionals rely on software from Bentley Systems to help them design, build, and operate better and more resilient infrastructure for transportation, water, energy, cities, and more. Founded in 1984 by engineers for engineers, Bentley is the partner of choice for engineering firms and owner-operators worldwide, with software that spans engineering disciplines, industry sectors, and all phases of the infrastructure lifecycle. Through our digital twin solutions, we help infrastructure professionals unlock the value of their data to transform project delivery and asset performance.

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Bentley is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, pregnancy, protected veteran status, religion, national origin, age, genetic information or any other protected characteristic. This commitment extends to all aspects of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, compensation, and training. Know Your Rights as an applicant under the law.

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