VP of Business Development

Select how often (in days) to receive an alert: Create Alert Req ID : 7496 Travel: Up to 25% Number of Openings: 1 Achieve more in your career with the nation’s leading specialty concrete contractor. At Baker Construction, you’ll be part of a team that prioritizes people, invests in their development, and offers unparalleled opportunities for professional growth. In this role, you’ll be integral to building the future of our country and our company. You’ll collaborate across diverse teams, have a hand in significant projects, and dive headfirst into complex challenges with the best in the industry. If you are driven to do more and have the grit to follow through, you’ll have everything you need to define your career on your terms. Make a meaningful impact with a team that values ambition and rewards initiative. Apply today and be more with Baker. Summary The VP of Business Development is responsible for the overall planning and strategy for a BURG or an assigned market segment. S/he functions as a subject matter expert in business development. The VP of Business Development interfaces frequently with customers and potential customers to influence and persuade customers to see Baker as the company of choice. Finally, the VP is responsible for the overall profit and loss related to business development. Roles and Responsibilities The VP of Business Development will perform the following duties in a safe, productive, and effective manner: Oversees the development of plans, forecast sales and budgets to achieve market growth Completes risk/ benefits analyses Responsible for communicating and obtaining approval of the business development plan from the Executive Committee Ensures individual Burgs execute their business plans Maintains an external leadership presence with industry influencers and promotes Baker’s value in the marketplace Determines which clients are a fit to Baker, and then pursues and develops presentations to meet project/client’s needs and to establish relationships Serves as the highest point of contact with clients Keeps Executive Committee apprised of business development leads Supervises, trains, evaluates, and develops direct reports; ensures support managers within area of responsibility also supervise, train, evaluate and develop their direct reports Provides guidance, direction, coaching, and support to direct reports to maximize individual and overall department performance; ensures support managers within area of responsibility also provide guidance, direction, etc. to their direct reports Responsible for holding timely performance appraisals and progress reviews Assists direct reports and staff in developing short and long-term goals that align with department and Company mission and strategy Ensures direct reports and staff receive appropriate training that aligns with career development plans; training may be remedial, “maintenance”, or geared to promotion Takes appropriate action to develop direct reports including, but not limited to, preparing and monitoring career development plans, promotions, demotions, lateral moves, corrective action, and progressive discipline ensures support managers also take appropriate action with their staffs Conducts department staff meetings and participates in developing initiatives, goals, objectives, systems, policies, and procedures Ensures that staff receive timely and appropriate compensatio Requirements Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university and 15 years’ related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience Knowledge and understanding of construction engineering industry, specializing in sales, marketing, and related construction business development processes Proficient with Microsoft software programs such as Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint The following competencies are needed to successfully perform this job: Ability to discern and disseminate concise information Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedures Ability to develop and maintain positive channels of communication with owners/clients. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public. Has a good working knowledge of the English language and excellent written and oral communication skills Possesses excellent negotiating skills Ability to read and interpret financial data and reports Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations Ability to perform project cost accounting Ability to foster strong internal relationships across regional boundaries Outstanding networking and social skills Ability to read, write, analyze, and interpret general business documents, technical procedures, and government regulations Ability to define and solve problems Ability to maintain consistent long-term visions of the company Ability to analyze the market for business opportunities and risks; and perform risk analysis through review of scope of work At Baker Construction, we welcome those who are driven to make things happen. Your tenacity will be rewarded with great pay, excellent benefits, and opportunities to make your mark. This is an opportunity to own your future while working alongside co-workers who are united in our purpose to build better structures and better lives. Go further with an industry leader that puts people first, honors its word, and has the grit to achieve greatness. Baker is an EOE Disability/Veterans Employer. Applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities who require a reasonable accommodation for any or part of the application process may make their requests known by emailing View email address on click.appcast.io or calling View phone number on click.appcast.io and asking for HR. #J-18808-Ljbffr Baker Concrete Construction, Inc.