Bodwé Professional Services Group
Indigenous Market Leader
Bodwé Professional Services Group, Tulsa, Oklahoma, United States, 74145
Overview
Bodwé is the Professional Services Group of Mno-Bmadsen, the investment enterprise and a wholly owned instrumentality of the Pokagon Band of Potawatomi. We are architects, planners, consultants, designers, engineers, scientists, and federal contractors, committed to growing the economy and legacy of the Pokagon Band and supporting its more than 6,000 citizens. We provide value by integrating expertise across the natural and built environment lifecycle—from pre-development and planning to design, procurement, construction, and operations. By integrating expertise across architecture, engineering, construction, and facility management, we deliver holistic, end-to-end solutions that drive efficiency and deliver distinctive outcomes.
The Indigenous Market Leader is responsible for advancing Bodwé’s architecture and engineering services with Tribal Nations across the United States. This role leads relationship development, pursuit strategy, and project engagement directly with tribal governments, enterprises, housing authorities, health organizations, and Native-led nonprofits. This role will partner with the Federal Market Leader(s) to work closely with federal agencies that support tribal communities (such as the Indian Health Service (IHS), the Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA), the Bureau of Indian Education (BIE), and the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)).
Rooted in respect for tribal sovereignty and cultural identity, the Indigenous Market Leader guides early conversations, visioning, and planning engagements that honor community-defined priorities. This leader helps shape projects in housing, healthcare, education, infrastructure, cultural preservation, and economic development, ensuring they are responsive to the values and long-term goals of the Nations we serve.
Accommodation Requests We are committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, contact our HR Director (April Hawkins) at 269-927-0144 or careers@bodwegroup.com.
Responsibilities
Market Strategy + Growth: Tribal market strategy and development; Develop and implement a strategic plan to grow direct work with Tribal Nations; Identify and prioritize partnerships with tribal governments, enterprises, and Native-led nonprofits; Shape tailored pursuit strategies that honor tribal sovereignty, governance, and community values.
Relationship Building + Engagement: Build and nurture long-term relationships with tribal leadership, community organizations, and development authorities; Facilitate trust-based engagements through listening sessions, visioning, and participatory planning; Champion client care and relationship continuity throughout the project lifecycle.
Project + Pursuit Leadership: Guide proposal strategy, teaming, and messaging in coordination with the Proposal Development Director; Participate in early design, planning, and visioning to ensure community priorities are reflected; Oversee project transition to delivery teams and remain involved in client relationship continuity; Ensure projects are scoped, staffed, and managed to meet the firm's financial performance expectations.
Cultural Alignment + Advocacy: Promote culturally responsive planning and design across all project phases; Mentor staff to understand tribal governance, funding mechanisms, and protocol; Ensure internal practices are respectful and aligned with cultural values.
Collaboration + Integration: Coordinate with Federal Market Leaders to align approaches across tribal and federal pathways; Partner with discipline directors to match project needs with technical talent; Participate in internal learning initiatives to grow organizational fluency in tribal engagement.
Reputation + Visibility: Represent Bodwé at tribal conferences, summits, and community events; Contribute to thought leadership through writing, speaking, and storytelling; Expand Bodwé’s visibility and impact in Indian Country through values-based leadership.
Qualifications
Education: Required: Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, or a relevant field. Preferred: Master’s degree in a relevant discipline or field.
Experience, Certification, or Licensure: Minimum 10 years in architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC), planning, or community development work, with at least 5 years serving Tribal Nations directly.
Demonstrated success in developing long-term relationships with Indigenous communities.
Proven experience leading culturally grounded projects in housing, healthcare, education, or infrastructure.
Preferred: Licensed Architect (RA)/AIA or Licensed Professional Engineer (PE).
Must have Real ID or Passport for travel; Must have valid driver's license.
Native American identity strongly preferred but not required.
Technical + Professional Skills
Cultural humility and deep respect for tribal sovereignty and values.
Strong facilitation, communication, and public engagement skills.
Understanding of tribal governance, procurement, and grant funding systems.
Ability to travel frequently and work flexibly across tribal geographies.
Work Environment This is a hybrid or remote position with regular travel to tribal communities, project sites, and national gatherings. Travel may include remote settings that require adaptability, sensitivity, and cultural protocol. This role also operates in a professional office setting with standard equipment. Some site visits may involve exposure to non-temperature-controlled environments, construction noise, dust, and other typical conditions; appropriate PPE may be required depending on site conditions. On-site work may require atypical hours at the request of the client or role demands.
Physical Demands
Sitting/Standing: This role requires the ability to be on your feet and move around a construction site for extended periods while interacting with contractors and inspecting work.
Walking: The ability to move about outside in various terrains to access construction sites.
Stooping/Kneeling/Crouching/Crawling: Ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and use ladders to inspect building components.
Using Hands/Fingers: Frequent use of laptops, keyboards, mice, and office equipment.
Talking/Hearing: Constant communication with others to review information and make decisions.
Seeing: Ability to see and distinguish details for quality control.
Carrying/Lifting: Ability to lift up to 30 lbs to transport equipment and materials.
Equal Employment Opportunity All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Native American Hiring Preference Our Parent Company, Mno-Bmadsen, prefers to hire Pokagon citizens who are qualified and suitable for available positions. Targeted preference is in the following order:
First, to qualified Pokagon Band citizens;
Second, to qualified spouses and qualified custodial parents;
Third, to other qualified Native Americans;
Fourth, to all other qualified applicants.
Any determinations as to the applicability of the Pokagon hiring preference are at the discretion of each Company President.
Company Details
Branch: Buildings Services
Entity: TBD
FLSA Status: Exempt
Hours Per Week: 40-40+
Work Arrangement: Hybrid or Remote
Reports To: President, Buildings Services Branch
Manages Others: Yes (Market Development & Project Staff)
Overnight Travel: Up to 30-50% Annually
Seniority level Mid-Senior level
Employment type Full-time
Job function Sales and Business Development
Industries Business Consulting and Services
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The Indigenous Market Leader is responsible for advancing Bodwé’s architecture and engineering services with Tribal Nations across the United States. This role leads relationship development, pursuit strategy, and project engagement directly with tribal governments, enterprises, housing authorities, health organizations, and Native-led nonprofits. This role will partner with the Federal Market Leader(s) to work closely with federal agencies that support tribal communities (such as the Indian Health Service (IHS), the Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA), the Bureau of Indian Education (BIE), and the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)).
Rooted in respect for tribal sovereignty and cultural identity, the Indigenous Market Leader guides early conversations, visioning, and planning engagements that honor community-defined priorities. This leader helps shape projects in housing, healthcare, education, infrastructure, cultural preservation, and economic development, ensuring they are responsive to the values and long-term goals of the Nations we serve.
Accommodation Requests We are committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, contact our HR Director (April Hawkins) at 269-927-0144 or careers@bodwegroup.com.
Responsibilities
Market Strategy + Growth: Tribal market strategy and development; Develop and implement a strategic plan to grow direct work with Tribal Nations; Identify and prioritize partnerships with tribal governments, enterprises, and Native-led nonprofits; Shape tailored pursuit strategies that honor tribal sovereignty, governance, and community values.
Relationship Building + Engagement: Build and nurture long-term relationships with tribal leadership, community organizations, and development authorities; Facilitate trust-based engagements through listening sessions, visioning, and participatory planning; Champion client care and relationship continuity throughout the project lifecycle.
Project + Pursuit Leadership: Guide proposal strategy, teaming, and messaging in coordination with the Proposal Development Director; Participate in early design, planning, and visioning to ensure community priorities are reflected; Oversee project transition to delivery teams and remain involved in client relationship continuity; Ensure projects are scoped, staffed, and managed to meet the firm's financial performance expectations.
Cultural Alignment + Advocacy: Promote culturally responsive planning and design across all project phases; Mentor staff to understand tribal governance, funding mechanisms, and protocol; Ensure internal practices are respectful and aligned with cultural values.
Collaboration + Integration: Coordinate with Federal Market Leaders to align approaches across tribal and federal pathways; Partner with discipline directors to match project needs with technical talent; Participate in internal learning initiatives to grow organizational fluency in tribal engagement.
Reputation + Visibility: Represent Bodwé at tribal conferences, summits, and community events; Contribute to thought leadership through writing, speaking, and storytelling; Expand Bodwé’s visibility and impact in Indian Country through values-based leadership.
Qualifications
Education: Required: Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, or a relevant field. Preferred: Master’s degree in a relevant discipline or field.
Experience, Certification, or Licensure: Minimum 10 years in architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC), planning, or community development work, with at least 5 years serving Tribal Nations directly.
Demonstrated success in developing long-term relationships with Indigenous communities.
Proven experience leading culturally grounded projects in housing, healthcare, education, or infrastructure.
Preferred: Licensed Architect (RA)/AIA or Licensed Professional Engineer (PE).
Must have Real ID or Passport for travel; Must have valid driver's license.
Native American identity strongly preferred but not required.
Technical + Professional Skills
Cultural humility and deep respect for tribal sovereignty and values.
Strong facilitation, communication, and public engagement skills.
Understanding of tribal governance, procurement, and grant funding systems.
Ability to travel frequently and work flexibly across tribal geographies.
Work Environment This is a hybrid or remote position with regular travel to tribal communities, project sites, and national gatherings. Travel may include remote settings that require adaptability, sensitivity, and cultural protocol. This role also operates in a professional office setting with standard equipment. Some site visits may involve exposure to non-temperature-controlled environments, construction noise, dust, and other typical conditions; appropriate PPE may be required depending on site conditions. On-site work may require atypical hours at the request of the client or role demands.
Physical Demands
Sitting/Standing: This role requires the ability to be on your feet and move around a construction site for extended periods while interacting with contractors and inspecting work.
Walking: The ability to move about outside in various terrains to access construction sites.
Stooping/Kneeling/Crouching/Crawling: Ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and use ladders to inspect building components.
Using Hands/Fingers: Frequent use of laptops, keyboards, mice, and office equipment.
Talking/Hearing: Constant communication with others to review information and make decisions.
Seeing: Ability to see and distinguish details for quality control.
Carrying/Lifting: Ability to lift up to 30 lbs to transport equipment and materials.
Equal Employment Opportunity All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Native American Hiring Preference Our Parent Company, Mno-Bmadsen, prefers to hire Pokagon citizens who are qualified and suitable for available positions. Targeted preference is in the following order:
First, to qualified Pokagon Band citizens;
Second, to qualified spouses and qualified custodial parents;
Third, to other qualified Native Americans;
Fourth, to all other qualified applicants.
Any determinations as to the applicability of the Pokagon hiring preference are at the discretion of each Company President.
Company Details
Branch: Buildings Services
Entity: TBD
FLSA Status: Exempt
Hours Per Week: 40-40+
Work Arrangement: Hybrid or Remote
Reports To: President, Buildings Services Branch
Manages Others: Yes (Market Development & Project Staff)
Overnight Travel: Up to 30-50% Annually
Seniority level Mid-Senior level
Employment type Full-time
Job function Sales and Business Development
Industries Business Consulting and Services
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