Municipal Business Development Manager
Location: Fox Valley
Posted on: June 23, 2025
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Job Description:
The Business Development Manager-Municipal will work to grow
business opportunities and assist in building strategic
relationships for Valdes Architecture & Engineering (Valdes AE) in
the Municipal market for the Buildings, Transportation and Water
groups. The Business Development Manager-Municipal understands and
leverages Valdes AE capabilities to solicit project work from
municipal clients. The BD Manager does this through client
interaction on an individual basis, as well as by presenting at
municipally focused business gatherings and through social media.
Responsibilities Work with the Vice President-Buildings, the
Director of Transportation, and the Director of Utilities-
Water/Wastewater to assist in plans to grow and fulfill the mission
to provide quality architecture & engineering services to the
clients in the government (municipal/state) sector. Assist in
building a project pipeline with municipal clients across the
Chicagoland area and select municipalities in Wisconsin and
Indiana. Identify project opportunities where architecture and
engineering design services are required for municipal building
projects (i.e., public works, vehicle maintenance, fire/police
stations, village/city halls, public safety facilities, and other
municipal facilities), transportation projects and water/wastewater
projects. Maintain a strong knowledge of the Chicagoland municipal
market. Work to proactively identify and position Valdes AE early
for upcoming projects and opportunities. Work with the marketing
group to develop and design marketing materials that support the
business development process. Identify and develop relationships
with clients, associations, and business networks to spread the
word about Valdes AE. Participation in industry organizations.
Requirements 10 years’ experience working in the architecture &
engineering marketplace, preferably with Chicagoland
municipal/government clients. Education/licensure in architecture
and/or engineering is a plus. Experience in sales and business
development or in another related role in the architecture &
engineering industry. Strong understanding of project and
discipline workflow and how all design disciplines work together to
complete projects. Able to commit to and meet project deadlines and
driven to provide outstanding service to both external and internal
customers. Willing to attend public meetings in the evening. Must
possess exceptional interpersonal and organizational skills Must be
able to work in the US without sponsorship now or in the future\
$90,000 - $140,000 a year Salaries for all position are based on a
variety of factors, including but not limited to relevant
experience, total years of experience in the industry, education,
skills, and qualifications. Compensation may vary depending on the
candidates individual background and expertise.
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