evergreene

evergreene

Business Development Executive

Brooklyn, New York · Senior

No sponsorshipDetected 20 days ago
Project ManagementSalesBusiness DevelopmentPipeline ManagementNegotiationLeadershipCommunicationProblem SolvingMentoringPublic SpeakingOSHA

About the role

  • Business Development Executives are responsible for finding, qualifying, and closing work within their assigned region or market sector.
  • Supported by Estimators, Business Development Associates, Coordinators, and Administrators, BDEs are strategic sellers, technical problem-solvers, and trusted advisors to EverGreene's clients.
  • Identify, qualify, and pursue projects that fit EverGreene's capabilities, leveraging strategic market intelligence.

Responsibilities

  • Expand and maintain a strong network to generate new business opportunities aligned with EverGreene's strategic priorities.
  • Develop and implement winning pursuit and bid strategies, positioning EverGreene competitively across markets.
  • Support project execution by providing well-planned proposals, clear scopes, and accurate contracts.
  • Partner with project management to address challenges, scope changes, and maintain client satisfaction.
  • Mentor and develop junior BD staff - Associates, Coordinators, and Administrators - to strengthen departmental capacity.
  • Collaborate with Marketing to align pursuit strategies, project publicity, and company communications.
  • Maintain engagement through project delivery to ensure continuity between preconstruction intent and execution.
  • As a Business Development Executive (BDE) at EverGreene, you'll lead efforts to win complex restoration projects by cultivating relationships with owners, architects, and construction partners.
  • This role is for proactive strategists who thrive on turning opportunities into contracts through insight, trust-building, and execution.
  • For nearly 50 years, EverGreene has been a national leader in architectural restoration, conservation, and design-trusted to work on many of the most iconic and historically significant buildings in the United States.

Requirements

  • 10+ years of experience in construction, preservation, architectural services, with a strong track record in business development or sales
  • Strong knowledge of preconstruction processes, estimating, and proposal strategy
  • Subject matter expertise in historic preservation projects and related trades
  • Experience leading teams and managing multiple pursuits simultaneously
  • Strategic thinker with the ability to evaluate risks and opportunities
  • Must be authorized to work in the United States.
  • Established network of potential clients and industry partners
  • Demonstrated ability to build and maintain executive-level client relationships
  • Comprehensive knowledge of major construction project execution, including the ability to interpret drawings and specifications, anticipate logistical challenges, and align EverGreene's estimating and proposal strategies with project delivery realities
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills
  • Proven ability to close deals and drive revenue growth
  • Active involvement in Association for Preservation Technology International (APTI) is an advantage
  • Benefit Highlights
  • Medical, Dental & Vision plans

Benefits

  • This is a high-impact, client-facing leadership role for professionals with strong sales acumen, strategic vision, and a passion for preserving historic architecture.

Company info

  • Review and approve draft estimates, proposals, and bid packages, ensuring accuracy and alignment with company objectives.

Visa & Work Authorization

  • Must be authorized to work in the United States.

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