Kennedy Fox Associates
Vice President of Business Development
Kennedy Fox Associates, Houston, Texas, United States, 77246
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Find out more about this role by reading the information below, then apply to be considered. Base pay range $250,000.00/yr - $300,000.00/yr Direct message the job poster from Kennedy Fox Associates Principal Recruitment Consultant - at Kennedy Fox Associates | Retained Senior Leadership & C-Suite Mandates Kennedy Fox Associates are working for an International engineering and energy services firm who are seeking a
VP of Business Development
to lead growth across new infrastructure projects in the Americas. Based in Houston, this executive role will drive strategic client acquisition, build commercial partnerships, and lead early-stage positioning for critical infrastructure in energy, transport, and industrial development. The ideal candidate combines deep sector knowledge with senior-level commercial acumen, and thrives in a solutions-led, technically complex project environment. Key Responsibilities: Develop and lead the go-to-market strategy for new infrastructure opportunities across energy transition, utilities, transport, and complex industrial developments. Build and manage client relationships at senior and executive levels, across public agencies, private developers, and EPCs. Lead pursuit planning and early positioning for major infrastructure bids, including pre-FEED/FEED and EPC project phases. Identify and shape strategic partnerships, JV structures, and teaming agreements with external stakeholders. Provide executive oversight for proposal teams, bid strategy, and client presentations. Track market intelligence, government funding programs, and policy shifts impacting infrastructure investment. Collaborate closely with global executive teams, legal, engineering, and delivery to align commercial and technical offerings. Represent the company at industry events, conferences, and key infrastructure forums. Required Experience: 15+ years of business development, commercial, or strategic sales leadership in engineering, energy, or infrastructure sectors. A relevant bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or a related field is required; an advanced degree (MBA or technical master’s) is a plus. Strong exposure to North American infrastructure markets, including experience navigating government agencies, permitting bodies, and major clients. Proven track record winning large, complex infrastructure contracts, ideally >$100M in value. Solid grasp of EPC contracting models, energy transition drivers, and sustainable development trends. Experience in cross-functional leadership across sales, legal, engineering, and finance. Comfortable operating in matrixed, global organizations with evolving strategies. Demonstrated ability to drive growth from early-stage opportunity through award. Preferred Background: Experience in infrastructure-focused roles within engineering services, construction, or energy companies. Network within transportation agencies, energy developers, or major industrial infrastructure clients. Technical understanding of large-scale projects in power, water, hydrogen, low-carbon fuels, or mobility infrastructure. If this sounds of interest, then please apply now! Seniority level
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Job functionBusiness Development IndustriesOil and Gas and Construction Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Kennedy Fox Associates by 2x Inferred from the description for this job Medical insurance Pension plan Vision insurance 401(k) Get notified when a new job is posted. Sign in to set job alerts for “Vice President of Business Development” roles. Houston, TX $275,000.00-$325,000.00 1 week ago Vice President, Sales, and Business Development - offshore energyVice President, Business Development - Industrial Mechanical Construction (O&G, Power Gen, Data Centers) Houston, TX $155,000.00-$217,000.00 1 month ago Regional Vice President of Sales - HoustonSenior Project Manager / Vice President - Civil Engineering Division Lead (Texas P.E. Licensed) Houston, TX $120,000.00-$150,000.00 5 hours ago SVP, Global Government Business Development Houston, TX $60,000.00-$250,000.00 6 days ago Houston, TX $200,000.00-$270,000.00 2 weeks ago Sr. Sales Director, Business Development - Water, Food & Beverage, and Pharmaceuticals Spring, TX $90,000.00-$160,000.00 1 week ago Senior Vice President Operations - Heavy CivilVice President of Sales - Revenue Opportunity $300K+ Greater Houston $200,000.00-$400,000.00 1 day ago Vice President of Sales, North America (Central)Vice President (VP) Pavilion Business Operations/Chief Staffing Officer-Ben Taub We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.
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Find out more about this role by reading the information below, then apply to be considered. Base pay range $250,000.00/yr - $300,000.00/yr Direct message the job poster from Kennedy Fox Associates Principal Recruitment Consultant - at Kennedy Fox Associates | Retained Senior Leadership & C-Suite Mandates Kennedy Fox Associates are working for an International engineering and energy services firm who are seeking a
VP of Business Development
to lead growth across new infrastructure projects in the Americas. Based in Houston, this executive role will drive strategic client acquisition, build commercial partnerships, and lead early-stage positioning for critical infrastructure in energy, transport, and industrial development. The ideal candidate combines deep sector knowledge with senior-level commercial acumen, and thrives in a solutions-led, technically complex project environment. Key Responsibilities: Develop and lead the go-to-market strategy for new infrastructure opportunities across energy transition, utilities, transport, and complex industrial developments. Build and manage client relationships at senior and executive levels, across public agencies, private developers, and EPCs. Lead pursuit planning and early positioning for major infrastructure bids, including pre-FEED/FEED and EPC project phases. Identify and shape strategic partnerships, JV structures, and teaming agreements with external stakeholders. Provide executive oversight for proposal teams, bid strategy, and client presentations. Track market intelligence, government funding programs, and policy shifts impacting infrastructure investment. Collaborate closely with global executive teams, legal, engineering, and delivery to align commercial and technical offerings. Represent the company at industry events, conferences, and key infrastructure forums. Required Experience: 15+ years of business development, commercial, or strategic sales leadership in engineering, energy, or infrastructure sectors. A relevant bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or a related field is required; an advanced degree (MBA or technical master’s) is a plus. Strong exposure to North American infrastructure markets, including experience navigating government agencies, permitting bodies, and major clients. Proven track record winning large, complex infrastructure contracts, ideally >$100M in value. Solid grasp of EPC contracting models, energy transition drivers, and sustainable development trends. Experience in cross-functional leadership across sales, legal, engineering, and finance. Comfortable operating in matrixed, global organizations with evolving strategies. Demonstrated ability to drive growth from early-stage opportunity through award. Preferred Background: Experience in infrastructure-focused roles within engineering services, construction, or energy companies. Network within transportation agencies, energy developers, or major industrial infrastructure clients. Technical understanding of large-scale projects in power, water, hydrogen, low-carbon fuels, or mobility infrastructure. If this sounds of interest, then please apply now! Seniority level
Seniority levelExecutive Employment type
Employment typeFull-time Job function
Job functionBusiness Development IndustriesOil and Gas and Construction Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Kennedy Fox Associates by 2x Inferred from the description for this job Medical insurance Pension plan Vision insurance 401(k) Get notified when a new job is posted. Sign in to set job alerts for “Vice President of Business Development” roles. Houston, TX $275,000.00-$325,000.00 1 week ago Vice President, Sales, and Business Development - offshore energyVice President, Business Development - Industrial Mechanical Construction (O&G, Power Gen, Data Centers) Houston, TX $155,000.00-$217,000.00 1 month ago Regional Vice President of Sales - HoustonSenior Project Manager / Vice President - Civil Engineering Division Lead (Texas P.E. Licensed) Houston, TX $120,000.00-$150,000.00 5 hours ago SVP, Global Government Business Development Houston, TX $60,000.00-$250,000.00 6 days ago Houston, TX $200,000.00-$270,000.00 2 weeks ago Sr. Sales Director, Business Development - Water, Food & Beverage, and Pharmaceuticals Spring, TX $90,000.00-$160,000.00 1 week ago Senior Vice President Operations - Heavy CivilVice President of Sales - Revenue Opportunity $300K+ Greater Houston $200,000.00-$400,000.00 1 day ago Vice President of Sales, North America (Central)Vice President (VP) Pavilion Business Operations/Chief Staffing Officer-Ben Taub We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.
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