Business Development Associate

The Weitz Company / Contrack Watts, Inc. • West Palm Beach, FL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Weitz Company is hiring a Business Development Associate to join our Florida team in Fort Lauderdale. This role will assist the Director of Business Development in conducting market research, building client relationships, and identifying new business opportunities by expanding the company's industry-related network in the Broward County and surrounding market. The Business Development Associate will gain a strong understanding of the Florida business unit, strategic direction of the company, and economic trends/conditions to provide continued success for years to come. The Weitz Company has been Building a Better Way since 1855 and is a full-service construction company, general contractor, design-builder, and construction manager with office locations throughout the United States. They believe their employees are their most valuable asset and are committed to growing a diverse and inclusive culture that inspires, motivates, and continuously improves.

Requirements

• Previous experience in sales, business development, AEC, marketing, communications, or public relations role, with emphasis on Florida east coast Broward and adjoining areas
• Experience interfacing with clients and customers
• Self-starter with a strong work ethic
• Ability to prioritize and balance various tasks with competing deadlines
• Organized and detail-oriented
• Excellent independent judgement, analytical, and project management skills
• Desire to produce high-quality work
• Impressive ability to network and connect with others and build rapport easily
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Ability to learn specific job-related software upon hire

Nice To Haves

• Experience working for a company focused on construction, engineering, or architecture is a plus
• Knowledge of local AEC project clients and Owner’s Representatives is a plus

Responsibilities

• Conduct market research and analysis on applicable market sectors, potential clients, and upcoming projects
• Plan and attend industry-related events such as conferences, dinners, webinars, etc. that enhance client relationships and provide new networking opportunities
• Collaborate with business management and marketing team to assist with requested proposals and other documents for review
• Assist coordinate with the Business Development Director with updates and maintenance of project pursuits, contracts, and lead entries in Customer Relationship Manager (CRM) system
• Attend Business Development meetings and help team to prepare beforehand, assist with creating agendas, and taking/distributing notes
• Assist Marketing and Business Development in compiling and preparing presentation materials including market-specific talking points and pursuit-aligned content
• Collaborate with project team(s) to solicit content for marketing materials
• Coordinate and support outreach, relationship-building strategies, and innovative engagement opportunities to support long-term business development goals
• Draft/collect technical information to support white papers, client-facing collateral, and strategic communications
• Coordinate sponsorship decisions, client engagements, and executive-level business development initiatives
• Professionally represent The Weitz Company

Benefits

• Competitive Pay
• Rewarding Bonus Program
• Comprehensive Benefits Package with Tax-Advantaged HSA and FSA offerings
• Employer-Paid Short- and Long-Term Disability Programs
• Employer-Paid Life Insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off Provisions
• 401K Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Fully Paid Parental Leave
• Voluntary Products Including: Critical Illness Insurance and Accident Insurance
• Corporate Wellness Program with Wellness Time Off and Rewards

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed