Elevate Your Career with GRAEF - A Top Workplace
Are you ready to make an impact in the AEC industry while working for a company that values innovation relationships and professional growth At GRAEF weve been shaping communities and careers since 1961. We dont just design buildings and infrastructure-we build lasting connections invest in our people and drive excellence every step of the way.
Were looking for dynamic results-driven Business Development Leaders to join our Chicago IL office. This is an incredible opportunity for highly networked forward-thinking professionals to expand our presence and maintain strong client relationships whether your expertise is in a higher education healthcare corporate office mixed-use and industrial markets or roads highway bridge or municipal. If you thrive on strategy relationship building and technical excellence we want you on our team
At GRAEF we dont just offer jobs-we build careers that matter. If youre ready to bring your expertise energy and vision to a team thats redefining whats possible wed love to hear from you Apply today and lets shape the future together
What Youll Do
Be Hands-On & Innovative
Stay engaged in the design process while maintaining relatable billable hour responsibilities ensuring your technical expertise directly contributes to project success.
Take Charge of Game-Changing Projects
Lead projects by setting priorities developing objectives and overseeing the financial performance to deliver high-impact solutions that shape communities.
Be a Go-To Expert
Serve as a key technical resource for multi-disciplined teams providing insights and leadership. Own the Room
Present to clients with confidence negotiate contracts like a pro and cultivate relationships that drive long-term success.
Thrive in a Fast-Paced Evolving Industry
Juggle multiple priorities with ease stay ahead of trends and bring adaptability and strategic thinking to every challenge.
Our selection process will include candidates who meet the following minimum qualifications
Bachelors degree in engineering urban planning or landscape architecture.
A minimum of 8 years of experience developing and managing a technical market or business development along with selling technical services to architectural and municipal clients in WI.
Success in business development planning including developing strategic business plans marketing activities client development presentation experience and proposal development.
Established architectural relationships strongly preferred.
Technical project management experience is desired.
Professional PE or AICP PLA license.
Proven leadership experience is highly preferred.
We are proud to offer a complete benefit package to include
The salary range for this position is 125000-155000. Salary to be determined by the applicants education experience and skill set as well as internal and external equity.
Training Mentorship and Leadership Development programs
A team atmosphere dedicated to open communications and collaboration
Flexible Hours
Hybrid Schedule
Embed yourself in the community by participating in numerous outside activities that GRAEF endorses and supports
Free parking
Paid Parental Leave
Paid Time Off
MedicalDentalVision Insurance
Life Insurance
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Plans
Retirement Savings Plan
Employee Stock Ownership Plan ESOP
Tuition Reimbursement
Casual Dress
An Equal Opportunity Employer
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An Equal Opportunity Employer
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