Business Development Leader

Overview

Lead growth and client acquisition for K‑12 and higher education A/E projects in central Ohio.

Key Responsibilities

• sales cycle
• market intelligence
• client relationships
• growth strategy
• pursuit planning
• solution development

Tasks

-Manage the full sales cycle, from lead identification to contract negotiation, in alignment with company goals. -Leverage market intelligence to guide GPD’s competitive market position and help gain valued differentiation to win new client opportunities and market growth. -Participate in regional industry organizations, conferences, and events to elevate brand presence and thought leadership. -Cultivate long-term relationships with key decision-makers, public agencies, and institutional clients by serving as a trusted advisor. -Lead regional growth strategy for K-12, higher education, and public architecture and engineering markets in Central Ohio, with a focus on client acquisition and strategic positioning. -Develop and implement targeted pursuit plans that include marketing campaigns, networking strategies, and proposal coordination. -Collaborate with technical leadership and subject matter experts to develop compelling solutions aligned with client needs and project goals. -Stay informed on market dynamics, funding mechanisms, bond initiatives, and educational trends to proactively identify new opportunities. -Maintain a detailed understanding of GPD’s services and differentiate our value through storytelling, visuals, and customized messaging.

Requirements

• bachelor's
• 7+ years
• business development
• self-motivated
• client relationships
• communication

What You Bring

-Strong understanding of Ohio education funding cycles, public procurement processes, and political stakeholder environments is highly desirable. -Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, Business, Marketing, or related field. -Self-motivated, detail-oriented, organized, and collaborative—able to thrive in an entrepreneurial, decentralized environment. -Demonstrated ability to build and sustain strategic client relationships and internal partnerships. -Proven ability to generate, pursue, and close opportunities in the education or industrial markets. -7+ years of experience in business development within the A/E/C industry, preferably with a focus on public or institutional architecture. -Excellent written, verbal, and presentation communication skills.

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About Gpd Group

-Handles end-to-end project delivery from planning to program management. -Typical projects include schools, hospitals, bridges, public buildings, utilities, and commercial developments. -Expertise spans architecture, civil/environmental engineering, site development, power, and telecom. -National footprint and integrated services ensure quality and cohesion in project delivery.

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