Business Development Specialist

Parkhill • Austin, TX

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Business Development Specialist is responsible for cultivating and managing strategic relationships within our K-12 practice. This role focuses on identifying new market opportunities, supporting project development, and leading proposal efforts to drive sustainable growth within the Education sector. This is a full-time position paid bi-weekly on a salary basis. At Parkhill, Building Community is the reason we exist. We invest in extraordinary people who love investing in their communities. We are more than planners, architects, and engineers — we are neighbors who choose to live and work in the communities we serve. Increase your impact with our team of passionate collaborators. Whether you are a recent graduate with untapped potential or a professional with proven experience, we invite you to discover a career path designed for you. Parkhill is one of the largest architectural and engineering firms in the Southwest with 14 offices located throughout Texas, New Mexico, and Oklahoma.

Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in business development or sales, preferably within the AEC (Architecture, Engineering, and Construction) industry
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain relationships with clients, stakeholders, and external partners
• Excellent communication skills, including experience in writing, presenting, editing, and graphic composition, with strong attention to detail
• Proficient in Microsoft Office products

Responsibilities

• Proactively engage with prospective K-12 clients in the CTX area, building strong relationships and identifying opportunities to drive growth
• Represent the company in client-facing marketing efforts, including industry events, conferences, sponsorships, and strategic partnerships
• Lead client proposal and agreement development, ensuring alignment with client needs while creating new business opportunities within Vantagepoint
• Collaborate with internal teams to support business development strategies and pursuits

Benefits

• Life Balance: hybrid/flexible work schedules, flexible work environment, generous PTO, paid holidays.
• Investing in Your Future Growth: specialized training, continuing education, professional licensing, intern development programs, University of Parkhill.
• Competitive Benefits: Multiple health plan options, FSA for dependent care, HSA contributions, employer 401k contribution, employer-paid basic life, short/long term disability coverage, performance bonuses.
• Well-Being: mental health care, culture committees, wellness program, charitable giving match.

What This Job Offers

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