Business Development Manager

Forms+Surfaces Inc•San Francisco, CA

29d•$90,000 - $100,000

About The Position

Forms+Surfaces designs and manufactures products that shape the built environment at scale. From major transportation hubs to civic spaces and campuses, our work lives where performance, durability, and design matter most. Our approach is guided by a core principle: Sustainability through Longevity. We believe the most sustainable solutions are those that endure both physically and aesthetically, remaining relevant and performing over time. We are seeking a Business Development Manager to lead growth across the San Francisco region, focused on our Site & Outdoor product systems. This is not a traditional sales role. It is a market-facing position responsible for influencing projects early, navigating complexity, and carrying opportunities from concept through realization.

Requirements

Ability to understand and communicate technical, design-driven solutions
Experience working within the A&D and construction ecosystem
Strong instincts around how projects move from concept to completion
Capability to build trust and long-term relationships across multiple stakeholders
Comfort operating in a fast-paced, self-directed environment
Regional Project Experience

Nice To Haves

Architectural or landscape design background
Construction or project management background
Architectural product or systems sales background

Responsibilities

Build and influence relationships with landscape architects, architects, owners, and contractors
Position Forms+Surfaces solutions early in the design process to shape specifications
Navigate projects through bidding, value engineering, and execution
Partner internally with engineering, manufacturing, and project teams to ensure successful delivery
Develop a deep understanding of regional market dynamics and identify strategic opportunities