Business Development Manager - Michels Preconstruction Services, Inc.Location Houston, TXEmployment duration Full timeApply Now (https://phg.tbe.taleo.net/phg01/ats/careers/v2/applyRequisition?org=MICHELSCORP&cws=41&rid=12285) The Michels Preconstruction Services, Inc. team plays a critical role in the development of large, complex energy, infrastructure, marine and transportation projects. The Preconstruction Services team consists of construction and technical professionals working with one another and with customers to develop creative solutions for turning construction ideas into reliable outcomes. Like our field construction teams, our Preconstruction Services team takes into consideration the safety, social and environmental responsibility, and the health and wellbeing of our people and the communities in which we work. We strive to make a difference in positive, respectful, and responsible ways. Our work improves lives. Find out how a career as a Business Development Manager at Michels can change yours.As a Business Development Manager, your key responsibility will be to cultivate new opportunities through relationship development and creation of brand awareness. This individual must serve as an ambassador for Michels, and promote Michels as the contractor of choice, while providing support in the development and preservation of client relationships. You will attend industry days, pre-bid meetings, host DBE/WBE/SBE outreach days and attend site walks. You will also work closely and collaborate with the Marketing, Supplier Diversity, Alternative Delivery and the Proposal teams. You will research and build relationships with both design partners and subcontractors. You will champion projects by supporting, promoting, and advocating for successful project delivery. You are industrious, positive, and reliable. Why Michels Preconstruction Services, Inc.?
We are consistently ranked among the top 10% of Engineering News-Record’s Top 400 Contractors
Our steady, strategic growth revolves around a commitment to quality
We are family owned and operated
We invest an average of $5,000 per employee on training each year
We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental and vision, competitive paid time off plans and much more!
We reward hard work and dedication with limitless opportunities
We believe it is everyone’s responsibility to promote safety, regardless of job titles.
Michels offers a comprehensive benefits program, including Health, Dental, Life, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Account, Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance, 401(k) plan, Legal Plan, and Identity Theft and Monitoring Plan. Depending on your position and location you may participate in a different benefit plan.
Why you?
You like to surround yourself with dedicated, value-driven people
You believe there is a solution to every challenge – and you can find it
You understand the importance of small details on large projects
You like to know your efforts are noticed and appreciated
You want to make your own decisions, but know support is always available
You want to work to make a difference in people’s lives
What it takes?
3+ years of experience in the construction industry
Background in engineering and/or project management is desired but not required
Familiarity with public sector work
Business development experience is desired but not required
Experience presenting to large groups or forums
Must possess a valid driver license for the type(s) of vehicles which may be driven and an acceptable driving record
Travel required – will travel up to 50% of the time
Salesforce experience is a plus
AA/EOE/M/W/Vet/Disability