Business Development Director - Mission Critical

Business Development Director - Mission Critical

Charleston, SC, USA

Full Time

Job Title : Director of Business Development Mission Critical

Reports To : VP, Client Growth and Strategy

Company : BE&K Building Group

Position Summary

The Director of Business Development Mission Critical is a strategic leadership role responsible for driving growth in the mission critical sector, including data centers, advanced manufacturing, cleanrooms, and high-tech infrastructure. This individual will lead efforts to identify, pursue, and secure new business opportunities for construction management and general contracting services. The ideal candidate brings deep industry knowledge, a strong network of client relationships, and a proven track record of success in complex, high-performance environments.

This is a high-visibility, hands-on role requiring strong leadership, market insight, and the ability to collaborate across internal teams to deliver value-driven solutions to clients. This position requires exceptional interpersonal communication skills, strategic thinking, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment. A comprehensive understanding of AEC business operations and delivery methods is essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Market Leadership : Drive national growth in the Advanced Manufacturing sector, with a focus on mission critical facilities and clients.
• Strategic Prospecting : Identify and pursue high-value opportunities through market research, networking, and outreach.
• Client Engagement : Build and maintain strong relationships with key decision-makers, industry partners, and stakeholders.
• Collaboration : Work closely with the VP of Client Growth and Strategy, regional leadership, preconstruction, and marketing teams to align business development efforts with company goals.
• Proposal Development : Lead the preparation of qualifications packages and proposal responses in collaboration with marketing and technical teams.
• CRM Utilization : Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of client interactions, opportunities, and pipeline activity in the company's CRM system.
• Brand Representation : Represent BE&K at industry events, trade shows, and professional associations to enhance visibility and credibility.
• Public Relations : Develop and manage outreach strategies to elevate the company's presence in the advanced manufacturing market.
• Team Collaboration : Support and coordinate with other business units to maximize company-wide sales opportunities.
• Talent Development : Attract and recruit high-caliber talent to support business development and project execution.

Minimum Qualifications

Physical Requirements

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

BE&K Building Group is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship.

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and drug test