Business Development Manager - Commercial Construction

• Local market BD role with a stable, long‑standing commercial GC
• Relationship‑driven growth with strong leadership support and incentive upside

About Our Client

This opportunity is with a well‑established, highly respected commercial general contractor in South Carolina with over a century of continuous operations. The firm is known for exceptional stability, long employee tenure, and a strong repeat‑client base. Operating as a mid‑sized GC, they combine the resources and credibility of a legacy builder with the accessibility, culture, and voice‑at‑the‑table feel of a smaller organization.

Job Description

• Build and maintain relationships with owners, developers, brokers, architects, and engineers.
• Identify and pursue new project opportunities aligned with company strengths.
• Support preconstruction and estimating teams during pursuits and interviews.
• Maintain a strong understanding of market activity and upcoming developments.
• Represent the company at industry events and client meetings.
• Collaborate closely with leadership and operations to ensure warm handoffs from pursuit to execution.
• Help drive sustainable, long‑term growth rather than one‑off wins.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Business Development Manager - Commercial Construction should have:

• Background in the general contracting world strongly preferred.
• Subcontractor BD professionals with strong GC relationships will also be considered.
• Local or regional ties to the Greenville / Upstate SC market preferred.
• Proven ability to build trust‑based, long‑term client relationships.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Comfortable working in a collaborative, team‑oriented environment.
• Not a fit for candidates seeking high‑pressure, transactional sales roles.

What's on Offer

• Base Salary: $100K-$130K, depending on experience
• Incentive Program: Performance‑based compensation tied to wins and growth
• Competitive benefits package including healthcare and retirement options
• Long‑term stability with consistent backlog and repeat clients