Director of Business Development, Commercial Construction-OH

Director of Business Development

Cincinnati, Ohio

We're partnering with a nationally recognized design-build construction firm to identify a Director of Business Development who will drive growth initiatives throughout the Cincinnati market and surrounding region.

This organization has earned a strong reputation within the commercial and industrial construction industry by delivering complex projects, fostering long-term client partnerships, and maintaining a people-first culture. With continued expansion across the Midwest, they are investing in strategic growth and looking for a relationship-driven leader to help strengthen their presence in the Cincinnati market.

This is an opportunity to join an established industry leader while playing a key role in shaping future growth. You'll have the support of an experienced operations and preconstruction team, along with the autonomy to build relationships, create opportunities, and make a direct impact on the business.

What You'll Do

• Develop and execute business development strategies to drive commercial and industrial construction growth
• Build and maintain relationships with owners, developers, brokers, architects, engineers, and industry partners
• Identify, qualify, and pursue new project opportunities throughout the Cincinnati region
• Lead networking efforts, client outreach, and participation in industry associations and events
• Collaborate with operations and preconstruction teams on proposals, presentations, and project pursuits
• Maintain a healthy pipeline and provide market intelligence to leadership
• Convert new opportunities into long-term client relationships and repeat business

What We're Looking For

• 5+ years of business development, sales, or client development experience within the construction industry
• Experience working for a general contractor, design-build firm, construction management company, or within the AEC industry
• Strong understanding of construction project delivery methods and preconstruction services
• Demonstrated success developing and closing construction-related opportunities
• Established network within the Cincinnati construction market is highly preferred
• Comfortable with prospecting, networking, and building relationships from the ground up
• Strong communication, presentation, and relationship management skills

If you enjoy opening doors, building strategic partnerships, and helping bring construction projects from concept to completion, we'd love to connect.