Business Development Manager

Overview The Client Services / Business Development Manager provides strategic leadership in the development of major proposals, qualification statements, expressions of interest, presentations, and other business development materials. This role is responsible for delivering high-quality proposals under tight deadlines and managing the full proposal lifecycle, including budgeting, team coordination, and compliance. Location and Leadership Location: Atlanta, Georgia . This senior leadership role reports directly to the Regional Vice President and is responsible for driving business growth and enhancing the company\'s reputation across Georgia and the surrounding region. Responsibilities Lead and structure the Georgia business team effectively. Build strong relationships with clients and internal teams. Drive business development opportunities with new and existing clients. Collaborate with regional teams to position the company as a market leader. Apply sound business acumen to maximize commercial returns. Embrace leadership, mentorship, and collaboration. Develop and maintain strong client relationships across consulting engineering sectors (DOTs, aviation, transit, water/wastewater, federal/state/local entities). Lead strategic marketing efforts and client engagement initiatives. Oversee creation of marketing materials (proposals, presentations, newsletters). Represent the company at industry forums and seminars. Mentor and train the BD/Marketing team. Implement and monitor innovative BD strategies and tactics. Track and report on business development goals and milestones. Analyze RFP/RFQ documents and develop compliance matrices and schedules. Facilitate kick-off meetings and guide proposal teams. Ensure technical and non-technical proposal components meet requirements. Collaborate with finance and legal teams for compliance. Lead quality reviews and ensure compelling, compliant, and comprehensive submissions. Manage production schedules and vendor coordination. Develop and oversee presentation materials and lead interview preparation for technical staff. Maintain team assignment schedules and monitor performance. Qualifications & Skills Detail-oriented with strong leadership and motivational skills. Excellent written, interpersonal, and communication abilities. Outstanding organizational and time management skills. Ability to lead diverse teams and inspire high-quality work. Adaptable to dynamic environments and capable of resolving issues under pressure. Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite and Microsoft Office Suite. Key Details Seniority level: Mid-Senior level Employment type: Full-time Industry: Civil Engineering Location: Atlanta, Georgia Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at LVI Associates by 2x Get notified about new Business Development Manager jobs in Atlanta, GA . #J-18808-Ljbffr