Senior Commercial Banker - Construction, Engineering & Architecture / C&I

Wintrust•Dallas, TX

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About The Position

Wintrust is seeking a Senior Commercial Banker to develop and expand a portfolio of middle-market commercial clients in the Dallas/Fort Worth market, with a focus on the construction, engineering, architecture, and related professional services sectors. The role builds and strengthens client relationships and provides tailored commercial banking solutions, drawing on Commercial & Industrial (C&I) banking experience. The banker serves as a trusted advisor and develops new business through referral partnerships, networking, and proactive prospecting. This position offers an opportunity to grow a specialized industry portfolio and contribute to the expansion of the team and its market presence. The role involves travel within the assigned market and surrounding areas as needed to support client relationships and business development.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, economics, or a related field.
At least 4 years of commercial banking experience, with a focus on C&I lending.
Strong understanding of commercial credit analysis, risk assessment, risk mitigation, and banking policies and procedures.
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills for interacting with clients, prospects, and internal stakeholders.
Proven relationship-building and interpersonal skills, including the ability to develop trusted client partnerships and collaborate with a team.
Strong organizational and time management skills, including the ability to prioritize responsibilities and proactively manage workflow in a fast-paced setting.
Attention to detail, sound judgment, and strong problem-solving abilities.

Nice To Haves

Formal bank credit training.
Experience serving construction, engineering, and architecture firms.

Responsibilities

Develop and cultivate new commercial banking relationships through proactive business development to drive bank profitability.
Deepen and expand existing client relationships by identifying and addressing business and personal financial needs.
Structure, negotiate, and close commercial loan opportunities, and cross-sell banking products and services.
Develop and maintain a network of centers of influence, referral partners, and community contacts to generate business.
Build and manage a pipeline of prospective clients through calling, networking, and relationship-building.
Represent the bank at community and industry events to enhance brand visibility and market presence.
Travel within the assigned market and surrounding areas as needed to support clients and business development.