Business Development Coordinator (Orange County)

Job Summary :

Bernards is seeking new, dynamic Employee-Owners who are committed to the overall Mission, Vision, and Core Values of Bernards to help build A Better Experience. Our ideal Business Development Coordinator serves as the primary support for the COE (Business Unit) Leader. This role focuses on ensuring the smooth execution of event coordination, CRM, CRM data tracking, market research, lead generation, proposal and RFP / RFQ support, and administrative support.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities, including but not limited to :

• Event Coordination and Networking :

Schedule and register for all networking events, maintaining an updated calendar of activities. Manage the networking calendar to ensure timely follow-ups and consistent participation. Coordinate meetings and lunches with new and existing contacts to strengthen relationships and explore business opportunities. Assist with event logistics, including preparation of materials and post-event follow-ups. Attend events with the Business Development Manager to learn about the business, network, and engage with industry partners.

Support the creation of an existing client Business Development (BD) plan, including key outreach strategies. Maintain consistent follow-ups with clients and consultants to nurture relationships. Assist in preparing client meeting materials such as presentations, handouts, and follow-up summaries.

Manage the CRM system to log new pursuits, track pursuits and client interactions, and ensure data accuracy. Generate regular reports on pipeline activities, leads, and hit ratios to support informed decision-making and business development strategy.

Conduct daily research to identify potential project opportunities. Perform analysis of industry data to uncover insights into market trends, competitors, and client needs. Gather information on new agencies, architects, and consultants for targeted outreach and future collaboration.

Assist with the review and data extraction of RFQs / RFPs to ensure compliance with requirements. Support the preparation of Statements of Qualifications (SOQs), proposals, and other client-facing submissions. Review and edit content for consistency and clarity, incorporating visual elements when needed.

Prepare weekly summaries of BD activities, including leads, events, and follow-ups. Maintain an organized calendar of deadlines, events, and project milestones. Track, organize, and attend pre-bid job walks. Assist with coordinating team outings and engagement activities for the Civic COE team to foster collaboration and team spirit.

Participate in meetings and discussions to understand the Civic COEs strategy and goals. Collaborate with the Business Development Manager to identify potential growth areas and strategic initiatives. Contribute to brainstorming sessions focused on improving BD strategies and enhancing overall business development performance.

Preferred Experience, Education, and Skills :

About Bernards

Established in 1974, Bernards is a growth-oriented Employee-Owned multidisciplinary commercial builder and construction management company delivering technical expertise and outstanding construction services to developers, corporations, educational institutions, and public agencies for projects ranging in size from $5 million to over $500 million. The most significant disciplines in which Bernards projects are focused in, Healthcare, Education, Government, Entertainment, Mixed-Use, Residential, and Retail, and more.

Aligning with our mission of building a better experience for our customers, industry partners, and Employee-Owners, Bernards continuously builds its premier contractor status by exhibiting core values of mutual respect, integrity, serving others, and continuous improvement, daily.

As an Employee-Owner, youll experience competitive pay and enjoy comprehensive benefits that include :

Bernards is an equal opportunity employer that strives to attain and retain, top diversified talent in the construction industry. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by federal, state, or local law.