Business Development Executive

Evergreene Architectural Arts•Chicago, IL

17d•Remote

About The Position

This is a high-impact, client-facing leadership role for professionals with strong sales acumen, strategic vision, and a passion for preserving historic architecture. As a Business Development Executive (BDE) at EverGreene, you’ll lead efforts to win complex restoration projects by cultivating relationships with owners, architects, and construction partners. You’ll meet with prospective clients, conduct site visits to assess existing conditions, and shape pursuit strategies that align with EverGreene’s strengths. Supported by Business Development Associates, Coordinators, and Administrators, you’ll direct the proposal, pricing, and preconstruction process—bringing together the right team and approach to win meaningful work. This role is for proactive strategists who thrive on turning opportunities into contracts through insight, trust-building, and execution. For nearly 50 years, EverGreene has been a national leader in architectural restoration, conservation, and design—trusted to work on many of the most iconic and historically significant buildings in the United States. Our projects unite the worlds of art and construction, combining technical mastery with creative problem-solving to deliver outstanding results in complex, high-stakes environments. As a 100% employee-owned company, we don’t just offer jobs—we offer the opportunity to build a meaningful career while preserving America’s architectural legacy and contributing to work that endures.

Requirements

10+ years of experience in construction, preservation, architectural services, with a strong track record in business development or sales
Established network of potential clients and industry partners in the A/E/C sector
Demonstrated ability to build and maintain executive-level client relationships
Strong knowledge of preconstruction processes, estimating, and proposal strategy
Comprehensive knowledge of major construction project execution, including the ability to interpret drawings and specifications, anticipate logistical challenges, and align EverGreene’s estimating and proposal strategies with project delivery realities
Subject matter expertise in historic preservation projects and related trades
Experience leading teams and managing multiple pursuits simultaneously
Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills
Proven ability to close deals and drive revenue growth
Strategic thinker with the ability to evaluate risks and opportunities
Proficiency using CRM systems (Unanet/Cosential, Deltek, etc.) and other digital platforms (Procore, Asana)
Must be authorized to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

Active involvement in Association for Preservation Technology International (APTI) is an advantage

Responsibilities

Lead client engagement and cultivate long-term relationships with owners, architects, consultants, construction managers and other partners.
Expand and maintain a strong network to generate new business opportunities aligned with EverGreene’s strategic priorities.
Identify, qualify, and pursue projects that fit EverGreene’s capabilities, leveraging strategic market intelligence.
Develop and implement winning pursuit and bid strategies, positioning EverGreene competitively across markets.
Oversee the full preconstruction process, directing scoping, estimating strategy, proposal writing, and bid package preparation for both preconstruction consulting services and specialty contracting.
Coordinate cross-functional efforts among estimators, BD staff, and project teams to ensure timely, complete, and accurate submissions.
Evaluate project risk and strategic positioning to inform go/no-go decisions and maximize success rates.
Represent EverGreene externally, leading pre-bid walkthroughs, interviews, presentations, and negotiations.
Track and analyze sales pipeline activity, reporting regularly on leads, opportunities, and market trends.
Review and approve draft estimates, proposals, and bid packages, ensuring accuracy and alignment with company objectives.
Support project execution by providing well-planned proposals, clear scopes, and accurate contracts.
Partner with project management to address challenges, scope changes, and maintain client satisfaction.
Mentor and develop junior BD staff - Associates, Coordinators, and Administrators - to strengthen departmental capacity.
Collaborate with Marketing to align pursuit strategies, project publicity, and company communications.
Serve as a subject matter expert and thought leader, sharing knowledge internally and through public engagement.
Increase industry visibility through presentations, articles, social media, and participation in committees or boards.
Maintain engagement through project delivery to ensure continuity between preconstruction intent and execution.