Alliant - Business Development Lead

Ergon Construction Group

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Alliant Construction is a commercial construction company headquartered in Flowood, Mississippi, working with private owners, developers, governmental agencies and other partners. We are a division of Ergon Construction Group, an Ergon, Inc. company. We are committed to hard work and continuous improvement as well as the highest standards of safety, quality and service. Our team members have proven track records of success and integrity with considerable experience designing, estimating building and managing projects. The Business Development Lead is responsible for driving strategic growth by identifying, developing, and maintaining relationships that generate new business opportunities within the commercial and industrial construction markets. This role focuses on building long-term partnerships with owners, developers, engineers, and subcontractors while supporting proposal development, market strategy, and contract negotiations to achieve organizational revenue and growth objectives.

Requirements

5–10 years of experience in commercial or industrial construction
Demonstrated experience in business development, project management, or client relationship management
Experience supporting proposal and bid development processes
Proven ability to build and maintain client relationships
Working knowledge of: Construction scopes and delivery methods
Working knowledge of: Project schedules and cost structures
Working knowledge of: Contract terms and negotiation strategies
Working knowledge of: Pre-construction and estimating processes

Nice To Haves

Established relationships within regional construction markets
Proven success in generating new business opportunities
Strong understanding of commercial construction industry trends
Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams
Professional certifications such as: Certified Professional Constructor (CPC)
Professional certifications such as: Certified Construction Manager (CCM)
Professional certifications such as: Business Development or Sales certifications

Responsibilities

Lead generation and strategic prospecting within targeted markets
Develop and maintain strong client and industry relationships
Identify and pursue new project opportunities aligned with company capabilities
Support proposal development, including RFQs, RFPs, and prequalification packages
Conduct market research and competitive analysis
Collaborate with operations, estimating, and leadership teams on project pursuits
Participate in industry events, conferences, and networking activities
Support contract negotiations and business development strategy
Promote company brand awareness and market presence
Maintain accurate tracking of leads, opportunities, and pipeline activity