Negotiable Salary
Chesapeake Contracting Group
Annapolis, MD, USA
The Business Development Associate is a pivotal client facing role identifying new opportunities, supporting strategic initiatives, and enhancing our brand visibility Business Development Support the business development team by creating and managing incoming leads, ensuring timely follow up and qualificaton Track business opportunities, market sectors, partnerships, and bidding activity Attend internal BD meetings and client-facing presentations; contribute by preparing materials, taking notes, and identifying action items Maintain regional business development calendars Create accurate and clear visibility for upcoming meetings, networking events, and proposal deadlines Assist with planning and coordinating industry events, trade shows, and conferences Marketing Intelligence & Competitive Analysis Maintain and update the CRM database (Insightly) with contact information, meeting notes, follow-up actions, and project pursuits; assist in mining data to identify new opportunities Conduct research on competitor activity, market share, and positioning to help shape market strategies Client Relationship Management: Help maintain existing client relationships through regular touchpoints and thoughtful follow-ups Ensure regular communication with stakeholder groups: architects, engineers, economic development Marketing Collaborate with marketing to ensure that outreach, branding, and media messaging align with BD goals and market strategies Support marketing campaigns to enhance brand awareness and generate leads Assist with the development and assembling marketing and proposals materials including brochures, presentations, capability statements for client meetings and project pursuits Assist with the company’s online presence, including website content, social media, and digital marketing efforts Assist with improving efficiencies and continuous improvement in BD & Marketing processes Executive Support: Provide direct support to Project Executives and Vice Presidents on their business development efforts, including research, meeting preparation, tracking outreach, and follow-ups Requirements Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Construction Management, or a related field preferred, Associates degree required. Minimum of 1-2 years of experience in administrative, business development, and/or marketing preferred. Outgoing, detail-oriented, proactive, and thrives in a fast-paced environment. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Candidate must have outside business development experience Proficient in learning software technologies: CRM software, marketing automation tools, and Microsoft Office Suite. Benefits 📌 A flexible work environment 📌 State-of-the-art technology to get the job done 📌 New office spaces designed for today’s working environment 📌 Great benefits including healthcare, 401K match, wellness programs 📌 Opportunities for advancement and leadership training