Business Development Specialist

Business Development SpecialistIMI Industrial Services Group is a full service, total solutions, industrial contractor. Established in 1988 in Watkinsville, Georgia, IMI has over 30 years of success in the Industrial construction industry. We have three satellite offices in Augusta, Covington, and Winder, GA. IMI supports manufacturers throughout most of the Southeast and we are expanding rapidly; big enough to have all the necessary resources, but small enough to give genuinely helpful personalized attention to everyone who puts their trust in us.IMI is seeking a full-time sales-driven Business Development Specialist local to the Athens, GA area.The Business Development Specialist will be responsible for actively supporting revenue growth, new customer acquisition, and market expansion across fabrication and industrial field services. This role emphasizes prospecting, pipeline development, customer engagement, and sales execution, while supporting brand positioning and marketing initiatives.Education and Experience:Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, or a related field.Experience in B2B sales, business development, or sales support (industrial or construction preferred).Demonstrated ability to prospect, initiate customer conversations, and support deal progression.Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills with a professional, customer-facing presence.Microsoft Office.Self-motivated, goal-oriented, and comfortable supporting revenue targets and growth initiatives.Work Environment/Physical Demands:Stand or walk for long periods of time, including jobsite visits.Manual dexterity needed for repetitive tasks and operating standard office equipment.Ability to lift and carry up to 25lbs, occasionally more with assistance.Willingness to travel up to 50% to fabrication shops, jobsites, customer offices, and industry events.IMI maintains a Drug-Free Workplace in compliance with federal/state regulations. Employees are prohibited from using or possessing illegal drugs or alcohol on duty. This position is subject to pre-employment, reasonable suspicion, and random drug testing.IMI Industrial Services Group is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.