DoD SkillBridge - Project Manager (Business Development)

Vets2PM • Pensacola, FL

52d • Onsite

About The Position

This DoD SkillBridge Internship offers transitioning Service Members the opportunity to learn how commercial construction opportunities are identified, developed, and converted into successful projects. Interns will gain experience in customer engagement, project planning, proposal development, opportunity tracking, and business growth initiatives by working closely with sales, estimating, and operations teams. The program is designed to help Service Members leverage their military leadership, communication, planning, and relationship-building skills in a customer-focused business environment.

Requirements

• Active-duty U.S. Military Members who qualify for the DoD SkillBridge Program
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to build and maintain professional relationships
• Excellent organizational and time management abilities
• Self-motivated with a proactive approach to problem-solving
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
• Strong attention to detail and follow-through
• Interest in business development, project management, sales, construction, or operations
• Military experience in leadership, logistics, operations, project coordination, customer service, planning, recruiting, training, maintenance management, or business operations is highly transferable

Responsibilities

• Reviewing and qualifying business development leads and opportunities
• Supporting customer outreach and relationship-building activities
• Assisting with scheduling meetings and site visits with prospective customers
• Learning how customer requirements are evaluated and translated into project solutions
• Assisting with proposal development and presentation preparation
• Supporting project planning and coordination activities
• Maintaining customer communications through phone, email, and CRM systems
• Tracking opportunities, customer interactions, and project progress
• Preparing reports and updates for management review
• Collaborating with estimating, technical, and operations teams to support business growth initiatives
• Developing an understanding of commercial roofing systems and construction services

Benefits

• Mentorship and guidance via monthly SkillBridge Intern Zoom Meetings
• PM Fundamentals course
• Resume writing course
• LinkedIn optimization course
• Interview skills course
• Other free resources, including an electronic copy of 'How to Speak Civilian Fluently'

What This Job Offers

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