Vice President of Business Development - Construction Management Projects

Bureau Veritas•Remo, VA

45d•Remote

About The Position

Bureau Veritas offers dynamic, exciting employment opportunities with an attractive salary/benefit package and an opportunity to play a vital role with a global organization. If you would enjoy working in a dynamic environment and are looking for an opportunity to become part of a stellar team of professionals, we invite you to apply online today. Bureau Veritas is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such we recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, citizen status, sexual orientation, genetics, status as a protected veteran, or any other non-job-related characteristics. This position is responsible to ensure equal opportunity in employment in that all persons are treated equally and on the basis of merit, in decisions regarding selection, placement, promotions, training, work assignments, transfers and other personnel actions. We are seeking an experienced Vice President of Business Development to help drive national growth across a diverse portfolio of construction sectors. This role requires a professional who understands the nuances of retail banking construction, senior living and assisted living development, industrial and manufacturing facilities, self-storage projects, design-build and turnkey program delivery, and large multi-site commercial construction environments. The ideal candidate brings strong relationship-building skills, a strategic mindset, and the ability to sell across multiple divisions and service lines to expand client partnerships and increase revenue. The Vice President of Business Development will be responsible for identifying new opportunities, expanding market presence, and cultivating long-term relationships with key decision-makers. This includes pursuing work across sectors such as QSR, retail, restaurant, grocery, hospitality, healthcare, airports, automotive, convenience store/petroleum, EV charging, big box, and data center construction. The role requires the ability to manage high-value pursuits, lead proposals and pricing strategies, negotiate contracts, and introduce clients to the full suite of the company’s capabilities including construction management, owner’s representation, project controls, scheduling, and national program management. Candidates should be comfortable engaging at the executive level, representing the company at national industry events, and maintaining a strong understanding of market trends and client needs. The ability to grow accounts through a land-and-expand approach is essential, as is the ability to sell business-to-business professional services in a competitive environment. This Vice President of Business Development role offers the opportunity to influence company growth, work with national brands, and help expand our footprint across high-value markets. Competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a collaborative, growth-oriented culture are included. Let’s build the future of our client partnerships together. If you are an individual with a disability and you would like us to assist you with searching the Careers Page site for employment opportunities and/or assistance with completing your profile and application, please contact us at 1-888-357-7020 or email us with your request to [email protected]. We are happy to assist you and encourage you to consider Bureau Veritas for your next great career opportunity! If you would like additional information regarding Bureau Veritas' federal obligations in regards to equal employment opportunity, please click the link below: https://www.dol.gov/agencies/ofccp/posters

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree (B.A. or B.S.) in a related field preferred.2–5 years of related business development or sales experience for division-focused roles; a minimum of 5 years for market-sector-focused roles.
Experience working across key verticals including retail, restaurant, grocery, banking, hospitality, airport, automotive, convenience/petroleum, healthcare, EV charging, and additional experience in retail banking construction, senior living/assisted living, industrial/manufacturing, self-storage, and multi-site program construction.
In lieu of a degree, 5–8 years of relevant experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.Demonstrated ability to sell B2B services within construction management, design-build, or related industries.
Strong communication, relationship-building, negotiation, and presentation skills.Experience with RFIs, RFQs, RFPs, and the development of detailed client proposals.
Proficiency in CRM platforms (Salesforce preferred), MS Office, and project management tools.
Ability to travel up to 50% nationwide.

Responsibilities

Lead day-to-day sales activities and ensure all business development efforts align with company goals and long-term growth strategies.
Identify, pursue, and secure new business opportunities across key sectors, including retail banking, senior living/assisted living, industrial and manufacturing, self-storage, QSR, retail, restaurant, grocery, hospitality, healthcare, airports, automotive, convenience/petroleum, EV charging, big box, and data center construction.
Build and maintain strong, long-lasting relationships with owners, developers, architects, general contractors, and executive-level decision-makers.
Develop targeted sales plans based on market conditions, competitive analysis, and client needs to position the company for maximum success.
Lead the pursuit of high-value opportunities, including managing RFIs, RFQs, RFPs, proposal development, pricing strategies, and contract negotiations.
Introduce clients to the full range of company services—including construction management, owner’s representation, project controls, scheduling, and national program management—to grow accounts across multiple divisions.
Represent the company at industry events, conferences, trade shows, and client meetings to strengthen brand visibility and expand national market presence.
Collaborate with internal teams to ensure smooth handoffs, alignment on project scope, and consistent client experience.
Provide guidance and support to BD team members, contributing to a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
Maintain CRM accuracy, track pipeline activity, and provide regular forecasting updates to leadership.