Marketing & Business Development Specialist

Bancroft Construction Company•Wilmington, DE

17h

About The Position

If you take initiative, enjoy working in collaborative environments, and are committed to excellence, we would love to meet you. At Bancroft, we look for people who are driven to succeed, humble in their approach, and skilled at building strong relationships. We believe great teams are made up of motivated, collaborative, and emotionally intelligent individuals who work with dedication and enthusiasm, remain open to learning, value others' contributions, and communicate thoughtfully. Together, we strive to create meaningful impact in support of our mission: We Build to Serve Communities & Better Lives. Bancroft Construction is looking for a full-time Marketing & Business Development Specialist. The ideal candidate has strong knowledge of the construction industry, excellent communication skills, and the ability to identify and pursue profitable project opportunities.

Requirements

Strong Organizational Skills and Ability to meet Deadlines
Excellent written and verbal communication
Strong networking and relationship-building skills
Ability to analyze market trends and identify opportunities
Proficiency with CRM software and Microsoft Office
Proficiency with Creative Software (eg, Adobe Creative Cloud, Canva, etc.)
3–7 years of experience in business development, sales, or client relations within the construction or real estate development industry.
Familiarity with construction project delivery methods (CMAR, Design-Build, Design-Bid-Build).
Experience working with RFP/RFQ processes.
Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Business Administration, Marketing, Engineering, or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead the development of proposals and presentations while collaborating with estimating, project management, and executive teams.
Manage proposal schedules, compliance requirements, and submission deadlines.
Assist in preparing qualification packages and client presentations.
Participate in client and design partner meetings.
Track and analyze upcoming project opportunities, RFPs, RFQs, and bid opportunities.
Maintain accurate records of leads, opportunities, and client interactions in CRM systems.
Provide regular reporting on sales pipeline, forecasting, and business development activity.
Represent the company at industry events, trade shows, and professional organizations.
Assist in the development and oversight of a structured client engagement and retention program.
Partner with leadership and project teams to implement touchpoint strategies throughout the client lifecycle.
Manage client feedback initiatives, including surveys and post-project evaluations.
Conduct market research to identify growth opportunities and emerging industry trends.
Assist in targeted outreach strategies to expand the company’s client base.
Support leadership in developing strategic plans for market expansion.