Business Development Manager

We're hiring: Business Development Manager, AEC | Houston, TX | Full-time
Struvek is a US-registered structural, civil and BIM engineering firm serving data center, industrial and commercial projects. We're looking for a Business Development Manager who knows the AEC world and can turn relationships into signed projects.
What you'll do:
- Identify, pursue and close new clients: general contractors, developers, engineering and architecture firms, and data center teams
- Own the full sales cycle from first outreach to proposal, negotiation and handoff to delivery
- Build and manage a pipeline of qualified opportunities, with clear forecasting in our CRM
- Research target markets, accounts and upcoming projects, and track emerging trends
- Work with our engineers and BIM leads to scope projects and prepare proposals and fee estimates
- Represent Struvek at industry events and in professional and community organizations
- Keep client relationships strong after the sale and uncover repeat work
- Track and report on revenue, win rate and client satisfaction
What you bring:
- 3 to 7 years of business development or sales experience in AEC (engineering, architecture, construction or BIM services)
- Strong understanding of AEC terminology, project phases and buying cycles
- An existing network with GCs, developers or design firms in Texas or nationally is a big plus
- Proven record of building pipeline and hitting measurable goals
- Excellent written and verbal communication; comfortable with senior executives
- Strong follow-through, documentation and CRM habits
- Bachelor's degree preferred, or equivalent AEC experience
Nice to have:
- Experience selling engineering, drafting or BIM services
- Data center or mission critical market knowledge
- Familiarity with RFPs, qualifications packages and proposal writing
What we offer:
- Base salary of $80,000 - $110,000 per year, based on experience
- Uncapped commission on closed projects
- Houston-based role with flexible hybrid a