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RIGID

Business Development Manager

RIGID, Baton Rouge, Louisiana, us, 70873

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SUMMARY The Business Development Manager will support our Civil, Marine, and Industrial groups both in the private sector and municipal sectors. This role serves as a steward of RIGID’s business development efforts, providing support and maintaining strong, lasting client relationships for the overall benefit of the organization. The position helps achieve overall brand dominance and complete client satisfaction, directly contributing to the company’s vision, mission, and purpose.

Location & Travel Details This is a remote‑based role that can be based in Houston, Dallas, or South Louisiana, with the ability to travel up to 75% to main offices and customer locations to support events or departmental activities.

Essential Job Functions

Develop and maintain relationships with clients, partners, and industry contacts

Secure new business opportunities for the company

Identify and pursue new business opportunities in heavy civil, marine, and industrial projects

Collaborate with estimating and operations teams to prepare proposals and bids

Represent the company at industry events and networking opportunities

Identify, research, and qualify potential leads

Monitor sales pipeline and other corporate‑level KPI/metrics

Engage in industry‑related events and associations to maintain awareness of new industry trends and developments

Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to meet business goals

Conduct market research as necessary

Utilize CRM programs and data

Maintain business development SOPs, guidelines, strategies, etc. for pursuit and processing of opportunities

Track market trends and provide strategic input for growth initiatives

Skills and Requirements

Knowledge of earthwork, coastal restoration, and large‑scale infrastructure projects

Familiarity with civil, marine, and industrial construction is a plus

Strong communication, negotiation, and relationship‑building skills

Self‑motivated and self‑driven to seek new business

Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, or related field

Minimum of 5+ years work experience related to heavy civil/marine/industrial construction

Experience and industry‑specific knowledge in proposal development and coordination of proposals & presentations while pursuing new business

Proven ability to manage multiple projects/activities in a dynamic, fast‑paced environment

Planning, scheduling, and budget management experience

Business awareness and acumen to develop clients in a variety of market sectors

Proven track record of working effectively with organizations having complex matrix structures and diverse workforces

Ability to travel on a flexible schedule for extended periods of time on an as‑needed basis

High proficiency in Microsoft Office with particular emphasis on PowerPoint

Experience with CRM systems

Experience with ERP system

Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type Full‑time

Job Function Business Development and Sales

Industry Construction

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