Business Development Manager
914 E Katella Ave Anaheim, CA 92805 US
Job Description
We're Hiring: Business Development Manager
Employment Type: Full-Time | Onsite | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM, Monday–Friday
We’re a leading architectural and engineering firm in Southern California, committed to delivering exceptional service and innovative solutions. We are seeking a Business Development Manager to join our dynamic team and help drive our next phase of growth.
About the Role
This is not your typical sales position. As a Business Development Manager, you will work closely with both our technical and production teams. You'll collaborate directly with leadership, engage with our production staff, and interact with clients to ensure a seamless experience from initial meeting through project closeout.
Your Day-to-Day Responsibilities Will Include:
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Client Engagement: Building and maintaining relationships with existing and prospective clients.
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Plan Review: Evaluating architectural and engineering drawings to ensure alignment with client expectations.
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Proposal Writing & Pricing: Preparing detailed, competitive proposals tailored to client needs and project requirements.
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Cross-Functional Collaboration: Working with production teams to draft and issue change orders when project scopes evolve.
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Sales & Goal Management: Managing and reporting on sales pipelines, pursuing growth targets, and ensuring strategic objectives are met.
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Contract Scope Review: Carefully reviewing client contracts to ensure the scope of work reflects our proposals and negotiated terms.
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You have experience in business development, preferably within the architectural, engineering, or construction industries.
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You are comfortable reading and interpreting construction drawings, architectural plans, and technical scopes.
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You possess strong proposal writing skills and have a keen eye for detail when it comes to pricing and scoping work.
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You are highly organized and able to manage multiple proposals, client meetings, and internal communications simultaneously.
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You are collaborative and proactive, working closely with leadership and internal teams to drive projects forward.
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You are a natural relationship builder with excellent communication and negotiation skills.
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You are driven by results and enjoy tracking progress toward ambitious sales goals.
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Bachelor’s degree in Business, Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field preferred.
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Minimum of 3–5 years of experience in business development or sales, preferably in a professional services environment.
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Familiarity with architectural and engineering documentation is strongly preferred.
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
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Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); experience with CRM tools is a plus.
Why Join Us?
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Work alongside industry-leading professionals passionate about design and technical excellence.
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Collaborate directly with leadership and have a tangible impact on business growth and success.
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Enjoy a supportive, collaborative work environment that values initiative and professional development.
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Competitive salary, plus benefits.
Meet Your Recruiter
Kyle Webb
Recruiter
Since joining Marquee Staffing in 2022, Kyle has played an integral role in supporting recruitment efforts across a diverse range of industries, including accounting, finance, procurement, manufacturing, design, and IT. He is passionate about connecting the right talent with the right opportunities and is skilled in understanding both client expectations and candidate goals.
Kyle takes a thoughtful, people-first approach—carefully assessing each applicant’s skill set and career aspirations to ensure the best possible fit. He prides himself on helping candidates take the next step in their career journey while meeting the evolving needs of Marquee’s clients.
Before launching his career in recruiting, Kyle spent six years in the service industry as a barista and waiter, where he developed his strong communication and interpersonal skills. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Psychology from California State University, Long Beach.
Outside of work, Kyle enjoys playing card games and building model kits.