**Short Description** Bowman has an opportunity for a Business Development Professional to join our team in Tulsa, OK. At Bowman, we believe in creating opportunities for aspiring people to thrive and achieve ambitious goals. That’s why a career at Bowman is more than a job. It is an opportunity to be part of a diverse and engaged community of professionals, to be treated as a respected and valued member of a motivated team and to be empowered to do exceptional work that advances the best interest of everyone involved. We recognize the importance of creating a work environment that is both rewarding to our employees and supportive of our unwavering commitment to provide unparalleled service to our clients. **Responsibilities** **Leadership and Direction** + Receive general instruction on key objectives for execution. Receive direction and collaboration as needed to secure project work, and especially complex assignments, modified techniques, and new approaches on assignments. + Position does not currently include direct supervisory responsibilities but serves an experienced and learned professional contributing to critical business and operational needs. **At the Operational and Company Level** + Continually market the firm’s capabilities to establish new clients and enhance relationships. **Do the Work** + Write, prepare, layout, and produce qualifications packages, proposals, presentation materials, award submissions, and competition entries. + Initiate conversations with potential clients in person or via phone and email outreach. + Perform regular follow-ups with existing clients to mine for new work. + Perform regular searches to identify new ways of reaching prospective clients. + Maintain a pipeline of interested prospects and follow up with regular outreach. + Perform in-depth assessments to investigate, uncover, and understand a client’s business issues and how Bowman can meet those needs. + Present proposed solutions and relate them to the client’s business issues and goals. + Perform analysis and lead discovery of adjacent opportunities. **Success Metrics and Competencies** + Ability to work both independently and within a team environment. + Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization and external partners. + Highly motivated and problem-solving attitude. + Strong sense of urgency in responding to clients and/or team members. + Effective verbal and written communication skills. + Strong work ethic and commitment to quality. + Self-reliance and ability to operate independently with limited direction. + Strong marketing/business development skills and mindset. + Commitment to promoting the reputation of the company through quality of work. + Commitment to driving profitability and growth. + Effective working relationship with internal leaders and peers, as well as external clients. + Commitment to working in partnership with others inside and outside the organization. + Ability to effectively manage multiple time-sensitive tasks. + Focus on improving return on investment. + Data analysis and interpretation skills. **Qualifications** + Bachelor’s degree in business, engineering, architecture, or related industry required. + Five or more (5+) years of experience in a professional business development role. + Minimum three (3) years of practical experience in the AEC industry. + Minimum two (2) years of experience as a sales assistant, lead generator, or a direct sales role. + Professional registration (P.E, etc.) and industry accreditations (LEED AP) required. + Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Creative Suite (with strong InDesign experience). + Demonstrated layout and production skills. + Knowledge of HTML, Flash, Dreamweaver, and Fireworks is preferred. **Physical Demands and Working Environment** + May be eligible for hybrid or remote work arrangements. + Primarily indoor professional office environment which may include bright/dim light, noise, fumes, odors, and traffic. + Mobility around an office environment. + Frequent and prolonged use of standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. + May require local travel during the business day, although some out-of-the-area and overnight travel may be required according to the needs of the business. \#LI-SJ1 **Job Description Disclaimer** Note: While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the job requirements, it is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties from particular jobs and to assign other duties as necessary at any time with or without notice. Bowman is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. For our EEO Policy Statement, please click here (https://bowman.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/EEO-Policy-1.pdf) . If you’d like more information on your EEO rights under the law, please click here (https://www.dol.gov/general/topic/discrimination) . Bowman has an obligation to provide and maintain a safe, healthy, and productive environment for its employees and clients. We are committed to maintaining a drug and alcohol-free workplace. If you have any questions about the application process, please email recruiting@bowman.com . Bowman is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. For our EEO Policy Statement, please go here: https://bowman.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/EEO-Policy-1.pdf. If you’d like more information on your EEO rights under the law, please go here: https://www.dol.gov/general/topic/discrimination.