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Business Development Specialist

Milwaukee, WI

Posted: 05/01/2026 Employment Type: Permanent Industry: Manufacturing Pay Rate: $100K/year plus commission

Job Description

Growth, Unlimited Commission, Amazing Benefits, Flexibility

 

Key Responsibilities

  • Identify, pursue, and secure new business opportunities within commercial, industrial, and/or infrastructure construction markets
  • Develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders including owners, developers, architects, and subcontractors
  • Leverage industry knowledge to position the company for upcoming projects, bids, and negotiated work
  • Collaborate with estimating, project management, and operations teams to support proposals and presentations
  • Track and manage opportunities through the full sales cycle—from lead generation through contract award
  • Attend industry events, networking functions, and association meetings to build brand presence
  • Analyze market trends, competitor activity, and project pipelines to inform business strategy
  • Support RFP/RFQ responses, including scope development, pricing strategy, and client presentations

Qualifications

  • 3+ years of experience in construction (project management, estimating, field supervision, or similar)
  • 2+ years of experience in business development, sales, or client-facing role preferred
  • Strong understanding of commercial construction processes, contracts, and project delivery methods
  • Proven ability to build relationships and close new business
  • Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills
  • Self-motivated with a proactive, hunter mentality

Preferred Background

  • Experience with a general contractor, subcontractor, or construction management firm
  • Existing network within the construction or real estate development community
  • Familiarity with CRM systems and pipeline tracking

Meet Your Recruiter

Allison Crewz
Senior Recruiting Consultant

I made the leap from retail management to recruiting and never looked back. I specialize in direct hire positions and I would love to support you throughout your entire process in finding your new career. At Hatch, we are boutique firm which allows us to give you the focus you deserve. As a mom of two, who loves the outdoors and cooking, I understand how important balance is and I want to help you achieve that too. Even if you do not see a role that fits what you are looking for, send me a message, you never know when the right role will come along. 

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