A leading architectural practice is seeking a commercially minded and highly organized Business Development Manager in NYC to drive strategic growth and oversee bid activity. Working closely with senior leadership and cross-functional teams, this role focuses on generating new opportunities while producing high-quality proposals and presentations. The ideal candidate will have experience in the architectural sector, strong communication skills, and the ability to manage relationships, develop compelling content, and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the preparation and submission of EOIs, PPQs, ITTs, bids, and competition entries.
- Create high-quality proposals and business development materials, including presentations, reports, project sheets, written content, and CVs.
- Support leadership in defining project teams, including identifying and engaging sub-consultants aligned with client needs.
- Research and identify new business opportunities across target markets, generating and tracking qualified leads.
- Maintain regular communication with leadership on pipeline activity, including potential bids, tenders, and competitions.
- Monitor incoming enquiries and accurately track timelines, submissions, and feedback.
- Build and manage a robust business development pipeline and maintain an organized CRM system.
- Develop strategic relationships with prospective clients and coordinate key meetings.
- Stay informed on competitor activity and market positioning.
- Represent the brand across industry engagements and client interactions.
- Identify and support participation in key industry events.
- Partner with Marketing and Communications to produce materials supporting business development and award submissions.
Skills and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
- Strong network within architecture, design, or the broader built environment sector.
- Demonstrated ability to drive growth through market insight and strategic thinking.
- Excellent communication skills, with a proactive, strategic, and persistent approach.
- Strong awareness of industry trends, developments, and market conditions.
- Understanding of target markets, including clients, projects, and effective outreach strategies.
- Creative thinker with the ability to shape and uncover new opportunities.
- Confident and collaborative, with strong leadership and relationship-building skills.
- Outstanding interpersonal and stakeholder management abilities.
- Genuine interest in contributing to a high-impact, strategic role within a leading design-focused environment.
Benefits:
- Opportunity to play a key role in shaping business growth and strategy.
- Exposure to high-profile projects and industry-leading work.
- Collaborative and dynamic work environment.
- Strong potential for career progression and professional development.
- Engagement with a broad network of clients, consultants, and industry leaders.
